Symptom Chart - Transmission Operation
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| Symptom | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| High-effort gear shifting in one or more gears | Synchronizer ring or synchronization damaged | INSTALL a new synchronizer hub with synchronizer ring set and INSTALL a new gear belonging to the synchronizer unit as necessary. REFER to: Transmission Because of various changes and the difficulty in estimating the level of wear, a complete new installation (as described above) is recommended. |
| Clutch does not operate correctly. | CHECK the clutch function and the brake fluid level. REFER to: Clutch | |
| Selector mechanism | Remove the selector mechanism and check the components. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Selector Mechanism | |
| Clashing or scratching noise during gear shifting | Synchronizer hub or synchronizer ring damaged | INSTALL a new synchronizer hub with synchronizer ring set and INSTALL a new gear belonging to the synchronizer unit as necessary. REFER to: Transmission Because of various changes and the difficulty in estimating the level of wear, a complete new installation (as described above) is recommended. |
| Clutch does not operate correctly. | CHECK the clutch function and the brake fluid level. REFER to: Clutch | |
| Gear engagement not functioning correctly | External gearshift mechanism damaged | CHECK the external gearshift mechanism for damage. If no concern is determined, REMOVE the transmission. REFER to: Transmission |
| Gear jumps out of engagement while driving | Missing snap rings; synchronization components damaged or worn clutch splines | INSTALL a new gear set, synchronizer unit and selector fork as necessary. CHECK the transmission for damage, particularly to the sliding sleeve. REFER to: Transmission |
| Incorrect sliding sleeve; worn clutch splines | INSTALL a new gear set, synchronizer unit and selector fork as necessary. CHECK the transmission for damage, particularly to the sliding sleeve. REFER to: Transmission | |
| Selector forks | INSTALL new gear wheels, sliding sleeves and selector forks as necessary. CHECK the transmission for damage, particularly to the sliding sleeve. REFER to: Transmission | |
| Gearshift lever feels loose | Gearshift lever fixing | Check the gearshift mechanism; replace if necessary. Check gear lever mounting, external gearshift mechanism and shift cables; tighten if necessary. REFER to: External Controls |
| Selector mechanism | Check the selector mechanism for play at the transmission. | |