Hello, I'm new to this forum and also new to the 4 stroke technology. Quick to the point I have a 2003 4 Stroke Yamaha 25 HP (F25TLRB) and it is stuck in forward at ALL times. This happened all of a sudden. Regardless of throttle position weather forward, neutral, or reverse the engine is ALWAYS in forward gear, even during cranking! I just bought the boat two days ago and it test drove excellent, now two days later I'm a bit worried. The throttle movement is smooth and I have observed where the linkage connects to the "gearbox" for a lack of a better term. I just can't visually see where the problem is. I see no missing springs or worn parts. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I am waiting on a master repair manual in the mail to assist with all future repairs. Thanks in advance.
