shifter not working properly

1989 TOYOTA PICKUP
180,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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ROBERTBECK
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Installed new clutch package, master and slave cylinders, went to install shifter and have 1-4 and fifth is a fight but do not have reverse or neutral. I am assuming I didn't start with in neutral but I don't know the configuration of the linkage. Someone explain the proper positions of the linkage and which spot to stab to correct the problem. The transmission is a W56 only one bushing for transfer case. What position should the transfer case be in 2H or 4H?
Dec 16, 2020 at 11:47 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Because of the model year, there is very little technical information. However, I did find the adjustment procedure. Take a look through it and let me know if it helps.

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1989 Toyota Truck Pickup 4WD L4-2366cc 2.4L SOHC (22R)
Manual Shift Linkage
Vehicle Transmission and Drivetrain Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Shift Linkage Adjustments Manual Shift Linkage
MANUAL SHIFT LINKAGE
1. Remove cross shaft rod attaching nut.
2. Push cross shaft rod fully downward.
3. Return rod three notches to N position.
4. Set shift lever to N position.
5. While lightly holding shift lever toward R position, adjust cross shaft rod nut.
6. Tighten cross shaft rod nut.
7. Start engine, check transmission operation in all selector positions.

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Dec 18, 2020 at 7:41 PM
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ROBERTBECK
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Joe, you're right if that was the the case but, it is a manual 5 speed 22re. The 22r is 2wd and it is a W56 with no external adjustments. If the clutch was not installed right could that cause a problem cause this should be straight forward, so easy even a cave man can do it.
Dec 19, 2020 at 12:09 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If the clutch is working other than neutral and reverse, something isn't together right with the linkage. The clutch wouldn't prevent you from getting neutral. I have the info on the W56 for rebuilding, but nothing showing linkage.

You seem to know what you're talking about, so I have to assume you rechecked the linkage. Could the restrictor pin be causing the issue? See pic 1.

Joe
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Dec 19, 2020 at 2:32 PM