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FM-07: FM-07 THE GEAR SHIFTER WILL NOT MOVE, HOLD, OR CHANGE RANGE

FM-07 THE GEAR SHIFTER WILL NOT MOVE, HOLD, OR CHANGE RANGE

Diagnostic overview

FM-07 THE GEAR SHIFTER WILL NOT MOVE, HOLD, OR CHANGE RANGE

Likely Root Causes

  • Shifter is being moved while gears are loaded or turning
  • Debris blocks the top selector channel
  • Shifter or adjusting lever is bent or cracked
  • Switchover unit or spring is displaced or worn
  • Gearbox engagement dogs or housing guide are damaged

Quick Checks

  1. Each range selects and the chuck turns at a different no-load speed.

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Common Fixes

  • Soft dry brush

Related symptoms

  • The top selector sticks, will not stay in range, or low and high feel the same.

    The top selector sticks, will not stay in range, or low and 1. Set the drill down, release the trigger, wait for stop, center-lock, and

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