Diagnostic Aids

Hard shifting can be diagnosed easily. You should perform a static shift test and a dynamic shift test. Many other simple factors could occur, such as insufficient fluid, excessive fluid or even the wrong transmission fluid. A misaligned transmission can also cause hard shifting, as well as a worn or defective clutch, or binding of the shift control. Many internal components can also play a factor in hard shifting, such as a front bearing retainer loose or cracked, synchronizer worn, damaged or improperly assembled. Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal when shifting will cause hard shifting.