Manual Transmission: Trouble Shifting Gears

Any of the following are common symptoms of a manual transmission or clutch problem:

• The clutch pedal will not move down.
• The clutch pedal drops to the floor when you push on it. Even when the pedal is depressed, the gears cannot be changed. This problem can occur suddenly or changing gears can become more difficult each time you shift.
• The gear shift suddenly will not move, or it resists, as you push in the clutch pedal.

In any of these situations, do not attempt to shift gears or force the clutch pedal down. This automobile should be towed to your local Jacksonville AAMCO auto repair shop for the Jacksonville AAMCO External Diagnostic Service for manual transmission automobiles.

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Manual Transmission: Pops Out of Gear

Manual Transmission: Grinding

In this situation, the clutch pedal and gearshift work normally. But when you move the gear shift into gear and release the clutch, a grinding noise is heard, and a vibration can be felt through the gearshift.

This symptom typically means one of the following:

• There is an internal problem in the transmission if parts within the transmission are worn or damaged
• The clutch is worn or needs adjustment
• The shift linkage needs to be adjusted

Manual Transmission: Noise When Shifting Gears

When you shift gears, you feel a slight pause, then hear a clunk. It may sound like it is coming from the front or rear of the automobile. This problem will likely gradually get worse.

Typical causes of this problem include:

• There are worn constant velocity joints (CV joints) or Universal joints (U-joints)
• The differential unit may be worn and may have too much backlash