B&M 80885 HAMMER SHIFTER - Manual (Page 8)

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the excess paint from the raised letters.
OPERATION
The B&M Hammer normally functions as a
straight gate detent shifter from Park to Re-
verse to Neutral to Drive and as a ratchet
shifter from Neutral to all forward gears. Refer
to the following instructions for proper opera-
tion:
STRAIGHT GATE MODE: With the trig-
ger in the upper position, the shifter functions
in the STRAIGHT GATE mode. The handle/knob
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 downshifts through all positions
from 1 (Low gear) to NEUTRAL. To switch
from STRAIGHT GATE to RATCHET opera-
tion, first operate shifter to the DRIVE posi-
tion. 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 be-
tween NEUTRAL and FIRST, it will not ratchet
to REVERSE or PARK. This is done to pre-
vent accidental shifting into Reverse.
SHIFTING IN THE RATCHET MODE: Move
the shift handle/knob forward or backward
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/knob for-
ward to NEUTRAL, REVERSE and PARK.
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
CHECK LIST
__ Locking steering column lever is permanently fastened in
the full up position. Step 1.
__ Shifter is convenient to reach and has ample room for your
hand in both park and low gear. Step 2.
__ Carpet covers floorboard holes. Step 4.
__ Cable is securely fastened to the shifter and held with E-
Ring. Step 6
__ 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 16, 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 12, Ford Step 18, Chrysler Step 23.
__ The Neutral safety and Reverse light switches are con-
nected 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
28.
__ Cover installed and shift position indicator operating prop-
erly. Step 29.
__ Indicator is correctly aligned with shifter window. LED is
illuminalted when igniyion is on. Step 30.
__ 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.
use the shifter will be extremely easy to
operate after a minimal amount of experience.
Caution: The shifter is an important controlling
mechanism of your vehicle and can create
serious driving hazards when any part is
loose, missing or misadjusted. After you have
installed your Hammer in the vehicle, we
recommend you review the instructions to
assure complete and proper installation. REMEMBER: To switch from the STRAIGHT
GATE MODE to the RATCHET MODE or from
RATCHET MODE to STRAIGHT GATE MODE
you must be in the DRIVE gear position. Refer
to the shift indicator gear position.
SPECIAL NOTE: If the instructions for oper-
ating your shifter seem complicated, DO NOT
BECOME ALARMED. You will find that in actual
Figure 12
Spring
Turn boot
inside out
Stick
Jam nut
T-Handle
Hitch pin
Trigger
Screws
Shifter #80885
Shifter #80887
Knob