ALIGNING CONTROL CABLES FOR NEUTRAL START

[QUESTBLDR]

I replaced my control cables on my 1987 Force motor and OEM controls and now I get nothing, not even a click, when I try to start the motor. I presume I did not get the linkage correct. I have tried without success to adjust this linkage. Any suggestions? Is there a way to bypass this neutral switch to start the motor and then reconnect?<br /><br />Thanks,<br /><br />Questbldr

 

[roscoe]

Re: ALIGNING CONTROL CABLES FOR NEUTRAL START

I believe:<br /><br />Install shift cable, adjust to actuate neutral switch.<br />Then attach throttle cable and adjust.<br /><br />(some models may require the reverse sequence)<br /><br />Yes you can manually activate the neutral switch, but it is dangerous. At the very least, remove the prop and barracade the propshaft before doing it.