{"product_id":"yamaha-lever-shift-rod-68v-44121-00-00","title":"Yamaha - Lever, shift rod - 68V-44121-00-00","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1tybvx3\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"72\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eYamaha - Shift Rod Lever - Lower Unit Component - 68V-44121-00-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"77\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1og5t7q\" data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"94\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eThe shift rod lever is a key linkage component inside your Yamaha outboard’s lower unit, responsible for transferring movement from the shift system to the internal gears. This allows your engine to smoothly engage forward, neutral, and reverse. If the lever becomes worn or damaged, you may experience difficulty shifting, slipping gears, or inconsistent engagement. Replacing it helps restore precise shifting and reliable control on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1j5qwet\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"567\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rv3tck\" data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"671\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eGear Engagement Function\u003c\/strong\u003e – Transfers shift input to the lower unit gears for proper operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19en9g5\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eImproves Shifting Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps restore smooth and accurate gear changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1av85wf\" data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eOEM Yamaha Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built to factory specifications for durability and fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qzijj7\" data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eInternal Linkage Component\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for proper integration within the lower unit system. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ww02hn\" data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eCompatible with Yamaha outboards using this shift rod lever within the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003elower unit shifting system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"elc90z\" data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eQ: What does a shift rod lever do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eA: It connects the shift mechanism to the internal gears, allowing the engine to change between forward, neutral, and reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eQ: What are signs this part is worn or failing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eA: Hard shifting, slipping gears, or difficulty engaging forward or reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eQ: Is this part inside the lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eA: Yes, it is an internal component of the lower unit’s shift linkage system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eQ: Is this a complete lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eA: No, this is a single internal linkage component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eQ: Is installation difficult?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eA: Yes, it typically requires disassembly of the lower unit and is best handled by experienced technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46938105544995,"sku":"68V-44121-00-00","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV236647.jpg?v=1698804376","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/yamaha-lever-shift-rod-68v-44121-00-00","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}