Mk4 Mondeo, stiff 1st gear when cold.
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Hi all,
I have a 2009 Mondeo and when the weather is cold, it's impossible to select 1st gear when first started. Sometimes, none of the gears are able to be selected. The gears are fine with the engine off.
Once on the move, it seems fine. Pumping the clutch makes no difference and there isn't excessive free play on the pedal either.
I had the gearbox oil changed last year, using a recommended brand, so I'm out of ideas! It seems like a case of clutch drag, but the biting point isn't on the floor either.
I have a 2009 Mondeo and when the weather is cold, it's impossible to select 1st gear when first started. Sometimes, none of the gears are able to be selected. The gears are fine with the engine off.
Once on the move, it seems fine. Pumping the clutch makes no difference and there isn't excessive free play on the pedal either.
I had the gearbox oil changed last year, using a recommended brand, so I'm out of ideas! It seems like a case of clutch drag, but the biting point isn't on the floor either.
Hi,
Thanks for your reply. Yes, if I start in gear, the clutch pedal comes up maybe 3" before engaging.
It feels like you're hitting a brick wall when trying to get a gear, as if you're not using the clutch.
I read that Castrol Transmax is supposed to help with cold gearchanges, so I wonder whether it's worth a shot.
Thanks for your reply. Yes, if I start in gear, the clutch pedal comes up maybe 3" before engaging.
It feels like you're hitting a brick wall when trying to get a gear, as if you're not using the clutch.
I read that Castrol Transmax is supposed to help with cold gearchanges, so I wonder whether it's worth a shot.
Edited by catman on Wednesday 13th October 21:00
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