B&M 80690 MEGASHIFTER - Manual (Page 8)

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functions in the STRAIGHT GATE
mode. The handle travels in a direct
line forward and backward from Park to
Drive. The trigger must be raised up to
clear the stop gates while going through
the gear positions.
RATCHET SHIFT MODE: The
RATCHET SHIFT mode allows firm,
positive no-miss upshifts and down-
shifts through all the positions from 1
(Low gear) to Neutral. To switch from
STRAIGHT GATE to RATCHET opera-
tion, first operate shifter to the Drive
position. The trigger will snap down
approximately 3/4". The shifter is now
in the RATCHET MODE, Drive gear
position. The shifter will only operate in
the RATCHET MODE between Neutral
and First, it will not ratchet to Reverse
or Park. This is done to prevent acci-
dental shifting into Reverse.
SHIFTING IN THE RATCHET MODE:
Move the shift handle forward or back-
ward with a quick firm action until it hits
the internal stops, and allow it to spring
return to the center position. The shifter
is now ready for the next shift.
To switch the shifter from RATCHET
MODE back to the STRAIGHT GATE
MODE, operate the shifter to the Drive
gear position, pull up firmly on the
trigger to engage the STRAIGHT GATE
MODE and move the handle forward to
Neutral, Reverse and Park.
REMEMBER: To switch from the
STRAIGHT GATE MODE to the
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SHIFTER IS RECOMMENDED TO ENSURE THAT
THE MECHANISM IS WELL LUBRICATED, FREE FROM DIRT OR RUST AND THAT THE CABLE IS
PROPERLY ADJUSTED. LACK OF MAINTENANCE COULD RESULT IN A FAILURE INCLUDING A FAILURE
OF THE REVERSE LOCKOUT SAFETY FEATURE.
WARNING
RATCHET MODE or from RATCHET
MODE to STRAIGHT GATE MODE
you must be in the Drive gear position.
Refer to the shift indicator gear posi-
tion.
SPECIAL NOTE: If the instructions for
operating your shifter seem compli-
cated, DO NOT BECOME ALARMED.
You will find that in actual use the
shifter will be extremely easy to oper-
ate after a minimal amount of experi- ence. Caution: The shifter is an impor-
tant controlling mechanism of your
vehicle and can create serious driving
hazards when any part is loose, miss-
ing or misadjusted. After you have
installed your B&M Megashifter in the
vehicle, we recommend you review the
instructions to assure complete and
proper installation.
Route indicator cable around
front of backing plate and
over top of shift cable
Figure 10
__ Locking steering column lever is permanently fastened
in the full up position. Step 2.
__ Shifter is convenient to reach and has ample room for
your hand in both park and low gear. Step 3.
__ Carpet covers floorboard holes. Step 5.
__ Cable is securely fastened to the shifter and held with
e-clip. Step 7
__ Shifter is securely mounted to floorboard. Step 8.
__ Shifter cable is clear of exhaust system, engine and any
moving parts. Step 8.
__ Throttle lever and shift lever are tight on transmission.
GM step 10, Ford Step 15, Chrysler Step 21.
__ Oil pan bolts are tightened to 12-13 lb.ft. GM Step 11,
Ford Step 17, Chrysler Step 22.
__ Shifter is properly adjusted. Cable boots are installed,
cable nuts are tightened and swivel is secured with
cotter key. GM Step 13, Ford Step 19, Chrysler Step 24.
__ The Neutral safety and Reverse light switches are
connected and properly adjusted to prevent engine
starts in drive gears and Reverse. GM Step 14, Ford
Step 20, Chry Step 26.
__ There is no debris in the shifter mechanism.
__ Tower is trimmed and securely held with two screws.
Step 27.
__ Cover installed and shift position indicator operating
properly. Step 29.
__ Shifter moves freely in all positions as described in
Shifter Operation.
__ If your shifter is not working properly do not attempt to
drive your car. Make sure you have followed all instruc-
tions. If the shifter is broken or defective return it to your
B&M dealer.
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