2005 Kawasaki KAF400 Mule 600 and Mule 610 4x4 Service Manual, Page 194Get this manual
TRANSMISSION 9-25 Transmission and Shift Mechanism
Transmission Shift Cable Inspection
at both ends, With the cable disconnectedcable housingshould move freely within the the cable
If the cable movement is not free, if the cable is frayed, or if the housing is kinked, replace the cable
Shift Rod Bending