yamaha 40 hp outboard, grinding in reverse

usspapaw

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Apr 24, 2019
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Runs great, just grinds when you put it in reverse. I've been told that there is an adjustment on it. Don't know where.Any help appreciated.. thanks

1996 playbuoy eagle pontoon with 40 hp yamaha outboard..
 

rejesterd

Petty Officer 2nd Class
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Sep 20, 2018
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Yeah, the shift cable/rod adjustment. You have to get the service manual for your engine (yamahapubs.com). That will give you the ordered procedure for checking the shift/throttle linkages.
 
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