986S 6 speed trans issue

[thstone]

The transmission creates the self-centering forces through the cables to the shifter. If the shifter/cables are free and not binding, then the problem is likely in the transmission.

Here is another post regarding same problem: http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/32756-boxster-shifter-does-not-stop-neutral.html

Also, be sure that what you think is "non-centering" isn't simply a shifter worn to the extent that the shift lever flops around even though the transmission has pushed the shifter back to center. In other words, it is worth checking the shifter and cables extensively before you go to the point of pulling the transmission (you'd hate to do that only to find it was a shifter problem).

[Erik Johnson]

Well there is one other thing that I can think of here that might be causing this.

You might want to check the detent in your gearbox. Sometimes the spring that pushes this down inside the gearbox can get worn out, or I have seen at time where the detent itself can become sticky in its housing.

You would not think that this would be much of deal either way, but it could be something worth looking at. If you have not already done the upgrade on this part let me know I have a couple of them sitting in front of me.

It could also be a bad or sticking shift shaft seal, these do tend to need replacement during a rebuild, but when they go the issue is usually too much play more often then not.

Feel free to give me a call if you want to talk more about this.

Erik Johnson
(970) 344-7761 phone