Honda BF35A-BF45A Outboard Motors Shop Manual., Page 28Get this manual
FSHIFT LEVER Shift lever does not moveC the remote control box
Check the outboardCheck the shift cable for proper adjustmentCheck the shift rod for proper adjustment
Adjust-Check the shift rod strokeI
Shift shaft is bentI Replace
Shift cable is stuck with salt
Check the clutch dimpleclutch
ReplaceReplace
GASSIST TILT LOAD (Gas assisted type)