Transmission Disassembly and Inspection
NOTE: Engine removal is not required to service
transmission components. Process shown below is with
engine removed for clarity.. Differences are noted as
required.
1. Drain the transmission oil from the gear case and engine oil
from crankcase.
2. Remove sprocket cover and drive sprocket.
7. Remove the shift shaft by pulling straight outward. DO
NOT LOSE the spring and plunger on the inner end of
the shaft. This plunger contacts the gear position switch.
be reinstalled in the same location. Remove arm and bracket.
4. Remove cover with output shaft. Push or tap on shift shaft
to keep it in the case.
8. Remove shift fork shaft.
5. Remove gasket and discard.
6. Note timing of shift shaft before removing. The center tooth
on shift shaft is positioned between the two dots on the drum
teeth.