Shift Linkage Adjustment -High/Low/Reverse Transmissions - Polaris Trail Blazer Service Manual

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Shift Linkage Adjustment -High/Low/Reverse Transmissions

Linkage rod adjustment is necessary when symptoms include:
S No All Wheel Drive light
S Noise on deceleration
S Inability to engage a gear
S Excessive gear clash (noise)
S Shift selectors moving out of desired range
NOTE: When adjusting linkage, always adjust both linkage rods (where applicable). The adjustment of one rod
can prevent proper adjustment of the other rod. Remove necessary components to gain access to shift linkage
rod ends (i.e. exhaust heat shield, exhaust pipe, etc.).
1. If model is equipped with a transmission torque stop,
adjust it as outlined previously.
2. Inspect shift linkage tie rod ends, clevis pins, and
pivot bushings and replace if worn or damaged.
Lubricate the tie rod ends with a light aerosol
lubricant or grease.
3. Loosen all rod end adjuster jam nuts see Ill. 1.
4. Note orientation of tie rod end studs with stud up or
down. Remove both rod end studs from
transmission bell cranks.
5. Be sure idle speed is adjusted properly.
NOTE: It is important to disconnect both rod ends from
the transmission bell cranks. If one linkage rod is incor-
rectly adjusted, it can affect the adjustment of the other
rod. (Disconnect Low range linkage rod end from pivot
arm on Sportsman 500 style linkage).
6. Place gear selector in neutral.
transmission bell cranks are engaged in the neutral
position detents.
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Ill. 1
Make sure the
2.
Gear Selector
Low Range
Slides
Jam
Nut
Jam Nut
NOTE: Rod end orientation (up or down)
varies by model. Note before disassembly.
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