eryque Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 I am suddenly having more and more trouble getting my car into gear. I can get into 1st only by using force, though I don't hear the synchros grinding. 2nd is not quite as bad. Reverse can only be gotten through grinding the synchro and jamming it hard. Two weeks ago shifting was nearly effortless. Last week I started having to press the clutch absolutely all the way to the floor to get it to release fully. So what the heck is going on? Is my tranny disintegrating? Is it likely that just changing the gear oil will help? Argh! I am so frustrated! 98 Impreza 2.2L 5MT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoostedLegacy Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 clutch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eryque Posted August 19, 2007 Author Share Posted August 19, 2007 Well... the clutch is brand new. And I'm pretty sure either the motor mounts or tranny mount or both are shot. Would that do it? Should have the mounts here in time to change them next weekend. Maybe I should change those and then see if the tranny's any better. I'd hate to drive it around for a week and cause more damage though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manarius Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 Maybe the cable on the clutch needs adjusted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wondercow2 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 Maybe the cable on the clutch needs adjusted? Definitely this. My manual says that a properly adjusted clutch, no matter how worn, should let you shift from first to reverse while only waiting a few seconds in neutral. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eryque Posted August 19, 2007 Author Share Posted August 19, 2007 Could it also be caused by the excessive slop in my shifter? The bushings are completely worn away. New joint is on the way. I've got a hydraulic clutch. Does it still have a cable to adjust? Maybe it's a combination? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eryque Posted August 19, 2007 Author Share Posted August 19, 2007 It was the cable. Thanks manarius and wondercow! My car and I are much happier now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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