synchro problem?
#1
synchro problem?
So today when I was driving home for lunch my car would not shift into third gear at all. Felt like something was blocking me. I didn't have a problem getting to work and it shifts into every other gear just fine. The dealer says they dont think its the synchro just the clutch, but that doesnt really make sense to me. Any ideas?
#5
I would check the clutch adjustment just to rule that out. If the clutch is not fully disengaging, it would create shifting issues, but usually it will show up in all gears, not just one. But it is best to check it out just to rule it out.
Then check the shifter and linkages to look for worn bushings, bent parts, etc. What you are experiencing could possibly be caused by something in the shifter or linkages not allowing the trans to shift all the way into third.
Rule out the easy/cheap stuff first before assuming it is a syncro.
Low gear lube in the trans can cause them to do weird things too.
It could also be a bent/worn shifting fork, that would do it too.
#10
pull the fill plug on the right side of the trany and if it is overfilled the excess will drain out. Too much fluid is bad.