getting into first gear
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2019 C300 Wagon; '75 Triumph TR6; previous: 2004 C230 6spd sold after 17 years of driving
getting into first gear (Manual trans)
Those that live in the south or warm climates do not experience this, but when it is cold overnight and start up the car in the morning it is especially hard to get into 1st at a stop. While every manual car I've had this problem it is especially noticeable as soon as the temp goes below 0*c (in my Acura it had to be around-8*c). After driving for 10min I don't have this problem though getting to 1st is a bit notchy under the best circumstances
Do other people experience this? is there a solution other than moving to a warmer climate which is not in the cards.
Do other people experience this? is there a solution other than moving to a warmer climate which is not in the cards.
Last edited by Boom vang; Jan 13, 2007 at 12:14 PM. Reason: clarify the title
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'05 A4 1.8TQM6
I believe he has a 6-speed. Its normal for manual transmissions to get notchy when in cold weather. Its the fluids not warmed up yet. You can change the fluid to a higher quality one that helps with notichiness (Motul and Redline come to mind). Other than that, try going into 2nd then up to first. That seems to help with notchiness in the cold.
