Used AX-15 stuck in reverse

[64 Cheyenne]

My friend bought a used AX-15 from a guy across the state. Well he calls me up and says that it's stuck in reverse.

 

I think that the shifter cane was pulled when the tranny was in reverse, and that he doesn't have it installed properly, any opinions?

 

Does the tranny need to be manipulated out of reverse before the shifter will go in, and how?

[Geonovast]

If you remove the entire shifter assembly (using the 4 bolts, not just removing the rod), you can see inside and see where the shift arm's at. If it's in the 3-4 slider, you can remove the retainer springs on each side, the retaining bolt in the shaft, and the big female allen plug on the back(on a 4wd unit, with the T-case removed). You can then pull the shift arm out, put it back in in the 5-R slider, and put the shifter back on. Should be able to pop it out then.

 

[64 Cheyenne]

What's the cause of this fiasco?

 

Pulling the cane while in gear?

[Geonovast]

It's anyone's guess. Buddy of mine just picked up an AX-15 that had the same problem, and that was it. The 5-R slider was pushed forward, and the shift arm was only able to get between 1-2 and 3-4.

 

Might not be a bad idea to pull the front case off and make sure nothing's broken though.

[MJRemi]

When I picked up my AX15 from the seller, it was stuck in reverse. He unscrewed the the back-up switch on the side of the trans and popped it out of reverse with a large screwdriver. He said that trick will work if it ever gets stuck again but I have not had any problems since then.

[64 Cheyenne]

When I picked up my AX15 from the seller, it was stuck in reverse. He unscrewed the the back-up switch on the side of the trans and popped it out of reverse with a large screwdriver. He said that trick will work if it ever gets stuck again but I have not had any problems since then.

 

:banana: :bowdown: :banana:

 

And oh yeah,

 

:cheers:

[Jeepmmmj]

I am also having this issue with my 2we ax15. I've got the back up light switch out. Witch way am I supposed to pry the fork?

[Jeepmmmj]

 

I am this far with the crossmember dropped but cannot seem to get this to budg. Do I need the clutch pushed at the same time? Thanks for any help. I don't really want to pry or push wrong way.

[64 Cheyenne]

Couldn't really tell you which way, cause I didn't do it myself, just that it worked. Yup I'd suggest clutch in, and maybe remove DS as it's 2wd and easy to do. I don't think you can push it the wrong way, just don't get crazy with a pry bar. Imagine the internals, or pull up a parts breakdown.

[Jeepmmmj]

I got it to pop out of reverse!!! This forum rocks I can't wait to learn and grow with you all!!

[64 Cheyenne]

Method?

[Jeepmmmj]

I took the drive shaft out, delivered the crossmember and lowered the rear of the trans. After that I put a rod from seat to clutch to hole the clutch down. Remover the reverse light switch and used a flat head and pryed the fork towards the back of the jeep. Heard it click. Put everything back together and she is running good. Now I am changing the trans fluid, oil and valve cover gasket amongst other thing!

[Jeepmmmj]

Sorry my phone predective text has it all messed up lol. Removed* crossmember and reverse light switch.