97 FORCE 40 SHIFT PROBLEMS

[diegojones]

Just Got a brand new powerhead and have replaced. Starts fine but "only" starts in forward which is very exciting. I think the shift rod / linkage is off. What position should square rod be in when I connect the shift cable! Also power trim is not operating, there is a red wire with plastic end on it, Is this part of trim electrical?

 

[roscoe]

Re: 97 FORCE 40 SHIFT PROBLEMS

Don't know about the square rod, will try to look at mine in the daylight and get back to you.<br /><br />You had the lower unit off, right?<br /><br />You problem is probably in the adjustment of the shift shaft, where the two halves are joined with the coupler and jam nut. I believe you need to shorten the length of the shaft by adjusting the coupler and jam nut.

 

[diegojones]

Re: 97 FORCE 40 SHIFT PROBLEMS

IF you look at the motor from prop side, on front right there is a square "shift rod" large that goes across under power head!

 

[roscoe]

Re: 97 FORCE 40 SHIFT PROBLEMS

Sorry, mine is not like this, older, different model.<br />Also, my manual doesn't cover that set up.

 

[diegojones]

Re: 97 FORCE 40 SHIFT PROBLEMS

Thanks for your help, unfortunately my manual doesn't either, Anyone Else!!!!!????????