Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem

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Wed 5 Jul 2006 19:02
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - AndrewMarc
I have recentally (yesterday) found that my gearbox seems to have changed - It will go into a gear but it is either tough or I need to do it slowly. It seems to be the same for all changes but I am not sure what to do.

The car is a S plate Ka and not very expensive and therefore dont want to pay out for repairs if not needed.

Advice on what to do and potential costs would be greatly appreciated
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Wed 5 Jul 2006 21:55
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - jc2
Sounds like clutch.
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Wed 5 Jul 2006 22:22
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - Civic8
Not sure of cost,but as mentioned sounds like clutch,try asking ford fast fit, usually reasonable in price?.
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Wed 5 Jul 2006 23:24
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - bell boy
what happens if you pump the pedal to the medal or the metal even?

could be a leaking slave scylinder,either way its a box down job ,get a few quotes for the full kit kaboodle fitted
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Thu 6 Jul 2006 00:31
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - AndrewMarc
I have tried that and it helps but not back to normal.

Sorry for being stupid - what is a box down job?

I assume that it will be cheaper to just replace the whole box?

About how much???

Thank you everybody
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Thu 6 Jul 2006 11:02
Ford Ka - gearbox or clutch problem - DP
Box down means the gearbox will have to be separated from the engine. If it's a clutch fault, replacing the gearbox won't help (and it's probably unnecessary anyway)

I would guesstimate £200-£250 for a clutch on a Ka. I can't see it being a particularly awkward job on the Ka (unlike the Mondeo which requires the front end of the car to be dismantled)

Cheers
DP
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