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Why does my car drop out of first gear?
I have a problem with my gearbox popping out of first gear. The rest of the gears are fine. What could this be?
Asked on 27 April 2021 by Chantelle Robertson
Answered by
Dan Powell
Either a worn shifter spring or a fault with the synchronizer within the gearbox. If it's a spring then it shouldn't be a costly cost job (the springs hold the gear in place). If the synchro has gone then you'll be looking at an expensive gearbox rebuild or replacement.
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