308-06-115 Manual Transaxle External Controls 308-06-115
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
E4463 EN 07/2001
External Controls
Since troubleshooting actually begins when
repairs are taken on, the following procedure is
recommended:
1. Check customer concern is clear. If
necessary, reconstruct the concern on the
vehicle.
2. If the concern cannot be reproduced, carry
out a road test and/or a visual check with the
aid of the following table:
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
• Visibly damaged or worn parts
• Loose or missing nuts or bolts
3. If the concern can be visually identified,
resolve it and check that the system operates
correctly.
4. If the concern cannot be clearly located, use
the following troubleshooting table to exactly
identify it.
Troubleshooting Table
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
• Gearshift mechanism difficult to
move
• Outer gearshift mechanism out
of alignment
• Adjust REFER to Section 308-
00
• Faulty gear lever • Go to Pinpoint Test A
• Gearshift stabiliser stressed • Go to Pinpoint Test A
Pinpoint Test
PINPOINT TEST A: GEARSHIFT MECHANISM DIFFICULT TO MOVE
CONDITIONS
DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A1: CHECK GEAR LEVER
1 Detach shift rod from the transmission.
• Is the outer gearshift mechanism difficult to
move?
Yes
Dismantle the gear lever and check for
defective parts. REFER to Section 308-06.
No
GO TO A2