trouble going into reverse

PowerAddict

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Just this past week I have been having problems getting into reverse, as in, it will go in like 5% of the time. It goes into forward no problem every time. I presume I have to adjust the shift cables somehow? What do I need to do?
 

jerryjerry05

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Re: trouble going into reverse

How old is the shift cable? You probably need to replace it.Jerry
 

Don S

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Re: trouble going into reverse

I presume I have to adjust the shift cables somehow? What do I need to do?

Shift cables don't suddenly go out of adjustment. They do wear out. The inner core wire wears a groove in the outer sheath creating a lot of extra slop in the cable. Replacement is the only cure.
 
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