1989 johnson 3 hp shift problem

[darren shumbo]

I pulled the lower unit off and the shift shaft did not come out with it. After it was put back together, it doesn't shift with the engine not running. How does this lower unit shift inside itself ? The parts diagram shows no shifting mechanism. ???? It is back together as it is supposed to be. Shift shaft is in it's proper place. I have done a million lower units and do these everyday day . Any ideas ?? Never seen one like this ...

[Joe Reeves]

Sorry to say that I don't have the book on that engine. I suggest that you try that question on MarineEngine.com and/or iBoats.com . Include the model number of the engine when you do.