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My vacuum lines to the 4 wheel drive are disconnected. What is the correct way to connect them?

mcintoc3 — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:15:53 GMT

cannont get enough pressure to kick in the 4wheel dr

94LC tranny noise after replacing rear main seal and tranny seal. Noise @ 40 and 60mph. Sounds like a vacuum noise. Hoses are good.

chris94lc — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 01:02:29 GMT

94LC tranny noise after replacing rear main seal and tranny seal.The noise only occur @ 40 & 60mph. It sound like a a vacumm noise, almost like a presure hose is losing presure. During noise I felt the gas pedal very light almost like the it was slipping.When it pass that certain speed, the pedal feel heavy again. All hoses are good and connected. I took it to couple mechanic and no one heard such noise before. If anyone experience such noise please help. Thanks

What are the common clutch faults and their symptoms?

nhijaz — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:58:43 GMT

what are the common clutch problems for both hydraulic and cable operated clutches?

What's wrong with my car? How do I fix my brand new clutch?

luvmybabys240 — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:23 GMT

So we bought a brand new clutch and we resurfaced the flywheel and a week later while driving the clutch went out. How can I fix my car? What should I look at?

Help please 1992 Eagle Talon TSi turbo 5 speed broken transmission seal.

angel1234 — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 09:04:11 GMT

I have a 1992 Eagle Talon TSi turbo that is being completely rebuilt. On the tranny there is a seal on the left and right side of the casing. The left side is broke what is it called and where can I get one? Is it a transaxle seal or differential? Thank you.

Is it better to rebuild a damaged manual transmission or install a rebuilt one?

garye1952 — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:39:55 GMT

A follow-up to an earlier question. I have a 2000 Subaru outback. The dealer recommends rebuilding a damaged manual transmission for a cost of $3700 parts and labor. I asked about replacing the whole tranny with a factory rebuilt one. He quoted me a price of $2500 for the tranny and $1200 to install it. So, both options are the same price. Is one option better in terms of the long-term use of the car?

To note, a local transmission shop offered to rebuild the transmission for $2,000-2,500. Both places say they have mechanics with lots of experience rebuilding transmissions.

Any advice on which path to follow?

Thanks.

I have a 1990 Subaru. It's parked on a hill and stuck in 4th gear; also the wheels are locked up. Help?

chuck1960 — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:32:38 GMT

It won't roll with the e brake released and the clutch in.

Looking for new clutch and flywheel for 2002 Lexus IS 300. Only has 48,000 miles. Any suggestions?

kayhova105 — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 02:28:06 GMT

Lexus 2002 IS 300, has 48,000 miles. started recently driving it again after a year or so. the clutch seems to be going out and i was wondering which is better for the car. going with stock parts or aftermarket. trying to find quotes on how much clutch kit would be. either buying a new flywheel or trying to resurface the older one. what would you suggest. the mileage does seem kinda low for the clutch to being going out.

I have a 1969 VW Beetle that makes a grinding sound from the right rear wheel area. Any help please.

legotech7 — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:38:28 GMT

The sound is only when the car is in motion, I'm not sure if i'ts from the wheel, trans axle, or trans.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Picture of standard transmission Kia 2001?

rakochy — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:02:01 GMT

bent shift fork 3r gear how to fix

My clutch will start to disengage on its own?

littleceli — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:08:13 GMT

I cannot figure this out, I push the clutch in and put the car in 1st , and if I let it sit for a few seconds in gear with the clutch pressed in it will start to disengage without me letting the clutch out (this happens sometimes in 2nd and happens a lot in reverse as well).

I just put a new clutch kit in the car and it made no difference, it did this before I replaced the clutch and it does it the exact same now after. I bled the clutch as well and it made no difference (the fluid is pretty dirty but I don't think that would cause this problem).

Anyone have ANY idea what this is? Please help! Thanks!

My Mazda 5 speed slips out of gear in 5th.

kalumbogbalusa — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 12:17:08 GMT

My Mazda 5 speed slips out of gear in 5th while running the road. You screen name would indicate you know this.

4 speed manual transmission will not go into reverse? 1976 MG Midget

pgalietta — Sat, 23 May 2009 07:45:46 GMT

Hi, I have a 1976 MG Midget that will not go into reverse. 1-4 up/down shift work fine. New clutch, PP & throw out bearing installed and have less than a 100 miles on them. Topped off fluid level, not really low. No grinding in any gear.

Thanks,
pgalietta

I am a student and I am looking for a 1992 4 cylinder manual transmission for my Jeep. I think it is a AX 5. Where to find?

jeep909 — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:11:51 GMT

I am looking for a 1992 4 cylinder manual transmission for my Jeep. I think it is a AX5.

I have an '03 MINI standard that I bought new. I haven't had any clutch or transmission problems but worry.

tulip3 — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:34:13 GMT

I have an '03 Mini, standard shift, that I bought new. Have had no problems with clutch or transmission, 44,000 mile on it. Is all this stuff I'm reading inevitable, is there a class action suit I should know about? I love this car and do not want to get rid of it. What are the symptoms of transmission failure...i.e. warnings before it happens? Are they all defective?

Need info on changing the manual transmission oil on a 2006 Honda Accord 4 cylinder.

jimmjc — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:41:57 GMT

I think I found the filler plug but no drain plug. is this a pump it out Transmission?

I have a 1986 Toyota 4Runner that will not move in 2wd or 4wd.

johnw2200 — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 04:22:49 GMT

The 4Runner was recently wrecked by the previous owner when he decided to get drunk and go 4-wheeln. Here is what it is doing, when I let out on the clutch the speedodometer moves as if the truck were moving but it isn't, this happens in 4hi, 4lo, and 2hi. The previous owner told me he thought the chain had been knocked loose in the transfer case but I think it could just be some vacuum lines that came loose.

Help! How do I remove the shift knob on a Dodge Nitro?

trap100 — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 20:58:37 GMT

2008 dodge nitro r/t

I need a transfer case for a 94 Dodge Dakota 5 speed transmission.

bdaddy75 — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:46:28 GMT

i am looking for a transfer case for a 94 dodge dakota with a 5 speed. i've been told that one for an auto trans will not fit and that is all i can find. if u can help please let me know.

07 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel. Clutch gone. Professional drivers. Anyone have problems with dual mass clutch?

tnewby — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:40:34 GMT

New, less than 40,000km. NOT us, prof. drivers. Clutch worn past rivets. Mechanic says he has done a few of these. Anyone else have this problem? Mechanic says will last another 40,000 km or so, then, after warranty WE can pay to have the clutch changed to a single flywheel.

I have a v reg Kia Sportage SX and can't engage 4WD.

donald23 — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 06:50:38 GMT

The drive shafts on the front work when 4WD is engaged but the wheels don't turn. my dad took the bearings out and freed them but still no joy. But i have noticed a hose that is not connected to anything dont know if that means anything.

I have a 1993 Chevy Silverado 4x4 and I was wondering if a1999 Chevy Silverado 4x4 transmission would fit in it?

angelinas — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:21:00 GMT

just let me know

1992 Ford Ranger clutch cylinder

cruz2681 — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:28:01 GMT

I have a 1992 ranger I have had clutch cylinder repalced 3 times this past year and a half. It was done at auto shop. It's out again ! Any reason for this ? Need help. sd2771

What is the trick to adjusting the linkage on a 1979 4 speed?

mduey — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 01:38:19 GMT

I have recently got a new clutch plate, shifter, linkage,clutch fork, throwout and name it. Seems if I have all 4 fwd gears than I don't have rev. Now I have 1st & 2nd and rev. were can I get a printout of the whole tranny/clutch and info on adjustments?

Is it possible to convert my Infiniti G35 STICK SHIFT into PADDLE SHIFT?

mike9d2 — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:33:31 GMT

Is it possible to convert my STICK SHIFT into PADDLE SHIFT? If so how much would it cost me?

2002 Subaru Forester with 87000 miles and transmission problems. HELP!

runnergirl33 — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:52:10 GMT

The car is making a noise, louder in 5th gear and when I step on the gas, kind of higher pitched and like a blender. It has always (since I got it) kind of bucked in 1st gear when I drive it after a period of rest. I recently had synthetic transmission fluid put in to help extend the life of the tranny. I was told the transmission is too costly to fix, and I should get a used one put in. I guess what I want to know is: 1) Should I get a used tranny? 2) Should I find someone to investigate and FIX my existing tranny? 3) Why would a car with so few miles have this problem in the first place, and 4) Once I DO get it fixed, should I sell/trade it because there is a bigger problem that caused this problem? Any advice would be much appreciated!

Thank you for your help on the Acura Integra transmission.

pr55 — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 22:23:10 GMT

pr55 says,
Thanks for the help with our clutch problem. It was an Acura Integra and the drive axle splines had worked loose from the transmission housing. Once we spotted that it was a quick fix. GTG.

How do you adjust the manual shift cable on a 2003 Dodge Neon?

rlbstuckinhou — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:39:50 GMT

the bushing at the transmission end came apart. replaced but not able to correctally adjust the cable to go into gear correctally.

I have an 08 Dodge Caliber with a 5 speed manual transmission. Is anyone having any problems with this tranny?

ramhicks — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:42:37 GMT

My 08 dodge caliber 1.8 liter 5 speed manual is in the shop with transmission problems. The car only has 5,000 miles on it. I think it is the synchronizers. Has anyone had any issues?

How do you adjust the manual shift cable on a 2003 Dodge Neon?

rlbstuckinhou — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:33:36 GMT

the bushing at the transmission end came apart. replaced but not able to correctly adjust the cable to go into gear correctly.

I have a 97 Honda Civic HX 5 speed. What is the cause of excessive play in the shifter?

jmandigo — Wed, 07 May 2008 16:20:06 GMT

shifter has a lot of play, but shifts just fine. Doesn't pop out or anything. Is this a shifter problem, or a trans. problem?? Car has roughly 165,000 miles

2006 Toyota Tacoma 4x4. After 15K, 30K service, got noise from rear end when making slow turns under power. Ideas?

pcodd — Sat, 10 May 2008 00:55:09 GMT

The noise sounds like its coming from the rear end. Happened to me at the 15k service and the 30k service. The changed the fluid and rotated the tires for both of these. No noise when going in a straight line, when making turns from a stop with a little power makes some bad noises. Seems to go away as the car heats up.

Why does my Ford Mustang clutch cable keep breaking?

1986whiteout — Mon, 19 May 2008 22:25:55 GMT

It's a 1986 Mustang GT with a T5 transmision. It's all stock amd I have been replacing clutch cables because they keep breaking and I cant figure out why.

I have gone through too manny cables. Well it's not the cable but its the caseing. It's breaking just below the mounting breaket. The caseing is broken and the line loses shape and wont pull the clutch compleatly out. So what would cause this and how can I stop it?

I dont get 30 miles out of it. it is mounted in the stock place and routed the same as the stock one and ive never replaced one on the car befor and now im going through about 2 a day. whats wrong?

A repair shop replaced the clutch in my 97 Mitsubishi Montero but it won't go into 1st gear--what could be wrong?

cannon1961 — Tue, 20 May 2008 19:10:46 GMT

There was no problem shifting into first before the clutch went out but after replacing the clutch, the repair shop said they could shift into reverse and all others gears, but not first. However, they don't work on transmissions and didn't have any idea what the problem is.

Where do you check transmission fluid on 1991 Madza 626?

dacahc — Thu, 22 May 2008 17:23:22 GMT

car belongs to daughter. Hesitates when she shifts gears.

Geo Tracker. Whining noise in transmission.

windctchr — Sun, 25 May 2008 09:01:51 GMT

whining noise in 1,2,3,5th gear. no noise in 4th gear. replaced all bearings, (throw out, piolit,) new clutch.
have 95 geo tracker

What kind of transmission fluid should I put in my '94 Ford Ranger? It's a manual...

flygrl327 — Thu, 29 May 2008 05:45:02 GMT

I am very low on tranny fluid, and I need to put more in. What kind should I use? It's manual

How do I fix a leaky clutch release cylinder on a 1996 Chevy S-10?

mocok — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 20:09:03 GMT

Rebuilt engine (& replaced rear main seal) and reinstalled. Clutch did not work after initial engine run. Bled the air from hydraulic system and works great. After about a week noticed fluid on bell housing & ground. It appears to be brake/clutch fluid and reservoir is low. Is there a trick to fix, tighten or does transmission have to be removed and release cylinder replaced?

Re clutch release cylinder and the service manual for the 1993 Chevy S-10.

tony78 — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:02:45 GMT

Hi obyone, the service manual for the 1993 S-10 says that it is not necessary to remove the tranny to change the hydraulic clutch release cylinder,,sometimes called the slave cylinder,,it says you can release the hose fitting and then remove the 2 nuts that hold the release cylinder to the bell housing and then remove the release cylinder and the spring and the push rod,,,on my 1990 S-10 i replaced the cylinder and i did not have to remove tranny,,please reply
Tony 78

1989 Ford Ranger manual transmission #E 87A EG 554618. What is the transmission name and fluid used?

chewy6 — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:01:37 GMT

There are 3 manual transmissions for used in the 1989 Ford Ranger. I need to know what type the #554618 is and what type of fluid it requires.

I have a problem with a 92 Isuzu Pickup manual clutch. Please respond if you are familiar with these. Thanks.

froggigger — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:21:05 GMT

The truck is a one owner in great shape. Bought the truck knowing the clutch or something was bad thinking it would be an easy fix. WRONG! Installed new clutch, plate, release bearing, and cable only to be back at step one. The release bearing has to be adjusted contacting the fingers on the plate to have pedal a little off the floor. I have been asking all over if this is indeed the clutch for this truck. I called the only owner of the truck and he replied that when he had the original clutch replaced, it was never the same or operated right. The cable has to be shimmed at the firewall with a 1 1\2 shim also to achieve anything. This is a 92 truck, 2.3 liter, 5 speed, M75 trans. Had one guy mention whether I installed a long or short release bearing, but can't find a listing at the parts stores that these exist. PLEASE SOMEONE HAVE A CLUE TO THIS ????

Thanks for the reply on the 92 Isuzu Pickup manual transmission.

froggigger — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:18:01 GMT

Yes, one would assume the cable is too long but it is new and is the only size available. I have the Haynes rebuild manual and all my parts look as those in the book. The problem has to be at the throwout bearing or preasure plate. The bearing is to be adjusted 3\8" away from the plate fingers. By doing so, you can not get it in gear and the pedal will not come back up. The only way to get this to work is to adjust the throwout bearing until it is tight against the plate. I'm no machanic and that's why I'm here for answers. It is as though this clutch kit is not for this truck but is the only one listed at parts stores. Even if the cable were shorter, which I have achieved with the shims, does not justify why the throwout bearing has to be against the plate to work. Have driven it this way for about 100 miles and starting to get a sqealing noise throughout the shift cycle.

I have to agree that the shift fork may be the problem on my 92 Isuzu Pickup. What am I to look for to determine that this piece is bad?

froggigger — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 06:56:27 GMT

The 2.6 does use a different clutch, and all of my parts were just as you described. In my manual there are pictured 2 different clutch forks. Each pivot on opposite sides. No parts house can show me a better pic of either one. Can the pivot side make a difference? What can be worn on the fork? Should I just order a new fork not knowing if it is going to be just like the one I have? How long can the current setup last as it is?

I've recently become a Nissan 300 Z owner. When taking off, everytime I shft, there is a solid "thump" underneath?

burb4zxha — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:20:07 GMT

I've looked but cannot see where anythings hitting. It sounds like the differential twisting up and banging the floor pan. It happens when letting the clutch out. If I let the clutch out easy, it taps lightly. If shifting hard and fast...it really smacks. whatever it is.

I have a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. How difficult is it to change the clutch slave plate.

lvjkl — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:29:03 GMT

I have to make sure car is in gear when I start it If I want to shift gears I have to shut car off. One site told me I had to remove transmission

Isuzu Pickup clutch fixed finally.

froggigger — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 23:24:18 GMT

Wanted to let you know the answer to this problem. The shift block which carries the release bearing had maybe a 1/16" of wear and the fork pivot ball as well. Put a 1/8" washer behind the pivot ball and had the block built back up and ground down. These tiny wear areas were causing the need for the 1 1/2" shim at the firewall to make the cable seem shorter and get the bearing to the plate. I can not believe how a little build up on these areas took up the 1 1/2" at the pedal. Might want to remember this one.

I have a 1998 Chevy Metro. I am looking for 5 speed transmission parts. 1.0, 3 door. Help please?

thedish1 — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:28:08 GMT

I am needing a 5 speed transmission overhaul kit, including bearings, a reverse idler gear, and a low speed sleeve and hub. Again it is a 98 Metro w/1.0 and a 3 Dr. hatchback.

My clutch on my 2000 Toyota Tacoma sticks at the floor, what do I do?

firechix7 — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:26:56 GMT

When I press down on the clutch, it stays in the down position. I have to use my toe to get under it & pull it back up. Once it is pulled back into place, it stays, but everytime I press it down, it goes to the floor & stays. There is still some resistance in it, but it does not come back up. Someone suggested to check the clutch resevoir fluid, but i cannot find it. I look at the engine & in the back right corner, I see the two brake fluid resevoirs, but there are no other resevoirs.

Toyota Tacoma clutch question

firechix7 — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:49:13 GMT

Thank you for your quick reply!
I have seen a couple people suggest it may be the clutch hydraulic & suggested to replace both clutch master & slave cylinder at the same time. This sounds expensive. =(
Is this something that can be done at home or does a dealership have to do it on a 2000 Toyota Tacoma?

I'm looking for torque specs on a 98 Hyundai Tiburon 5 speed for the 2 nuts on the end of the gear cluster rods.

ib2low — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 06:52:41 GMT

I had to replace a shifting rod and I don't know what to torche the 2nuts on the gearcluster shafts too