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Anna Hofbauer
Anna Hofbauer Posted on Jul 09, 2017
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2009 Mercury bigfoot 60 outboard will not go into gear? What could be the problem? Runs fine otherwise.

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Good Morning Anna,
Start At The Control Box,
Safety
1.Disconnect The Battery
2.Remove The Kill-Switch Lanyard
3.Remove Engine Cowl
Whilst Someone is turning the propeller operate the control lever into forward gear.
Check- Does The Control Cable Move a Lever At The Motor Side
Yes/No
Move The Control Lever Into Neutral Does The Lever Move at The Motor Side Yes /No
If Your Answer Is No Then The Problem Lies With The Control Box And Cables.
If Yes Then The Problem Lies Between The Lever You See Moving In The Engine And The Internal Gear Selectors Inside The Gear Housing.
If You Are able To Open The Gearbox And You Require Further Assistance I Can Guide You Further.
Hope This Helps
Regards
Gordon

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