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Fiat Grande Punto gearbox problems
I find that sometimes it's difficult to change gear in my Fiat Grande Punto (2008). Either I can't push the lever into the next gear - especially third to second - or it crunches on third to fourth.
My local Fiat dealer can't diagnose the problem and recommended a new clutch (£500). Do you think a new clutch would fix the problem?
My local Fiat dealer can't diagnose the problem and recommended a new clutch (£500). Do you think a new clutch would fix the problem?
Asked on 8 January 2015 by Black_Sheep
Answered by
Honest John
Reads as if the synchromesh cones have worn. You should anyway increase revs when changing down to give a smoother change and prevent damage to the synchromesh cones.
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