Re: Verde stuck in first gear

["Jim Steck" <4sfed@xxxxxxxxx>]

I've seen this before . . . in a GTV.  Since the synchros in the Milano are the
same style as the GTV, the comparison is valid.  You've probably damaged the
synchro and sliding rings.  When forced, the ends of the spline will mushroom,
forming a burr.  If you manage to engage that gear, the burr works like the barb
on a fish hook . . . making it very difficult to disengage.  Put the rear axle
on jack stands and try disengaging first with the engine running and clutch
engaged.  Gently accelerate and decelerate while pulling on the shifter . . .
from inside the car!  Don't overdo it . . . or you'll bend the shift fork.

The only permanent solution is replacement of the damaged parts.

Regards,
Jim Steck


> For several months now my Verde has occasionaly been hard to get into first
> gear.  It feels 'notchy' and requires a little extra effort to get into
> first gear.  What's interesting is that after you pursuade it to go in, it
> takes equal effort to get back out.

> On my way home a couple of days I was pulling into my driveway and it was
> again hard to get into first gear.  I pushed a little harder and it went in.
> After pulling into my garage it would not come out (!).  Even using both
> hands, I could not get it out of first gear.

> Anyone experienced this before?  I'm going to get the car on the lift this
> weekend to see if I can get it out of gear by hand.  Thanks.

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