4000 CSQ transmission trouble

[Andrew Micali <amicali@ix.netcom.com>]

Transmission on my wifes 4000 CSQ began to act up over this weekend. 
First showed itself by difficult reverse gear selection, followed by 
failure to stay in second or third gear, followed by no engagement of 
first gear, and now lack of any gear engagement. Gear lever assembly 
seems to be intact and a quick peek underhood showed movement of the 
gearshift linkage. There were no warning signs such as clunks, noises or 
grinding. 								
									
Any ideas on a diagnosis? I'm fearing the worst ( replacement ) but 
hoping it might be a linkage problem. 					
									
	Andrew Micali							
									
	1989 200 TQ							
	1987 4000 CSQ							
	1985 5000 S