Harley Davidson (1970 to early 1978) Electra Glide FL/FLH-1200, Super Glide FX/FXE/FXS-1200. Service manual — page 11

Inspect all parts generally for cracks, bent parts and any wear that would impair intended functions. If hole in pawl carrier is elongated, bushing (33) must be replaced or mechanism will not shift properly.



ASSEMBLING SHIFTER COVER (FOOT SHIFT)

(Figure 4-12)

It is necessary to time the shifter shaft (31) to the shifter gear (29), and the shifter gear to the cam gear on the shifter cam (27). If this is not done correctly, it will be impossible to shift into all gears

Note position of the timing mark (Figure 4-13). This is the proper timing alignment.

Refer to Figure 4-12. Position shifter gear (29) and spring (30) in case, so side of gear with timing mark is toward case. Insert shifter shaft (31) so parts are timed as shown in Figure 4-13 and tap parts together Insert cotter pin (28).