What Causes a Manual Transmission Gear Lever to Become Stuck?

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SanKaleb
07/29/25 8:35pm
Manual transmission gear lever becoming stuck can be due to clutch failure, deformed transmission plates, or excessive gear self-locking force. Smooth gear shifting requires matching the appropriate gear with the corresponding vehicle speed and engine RPM. While manual transmission vehicles can use the clutch to mitigate jerking caused by downshifting at high speeds, prolonged use of this practice can easily damage the clutch. Below are detailed explanations of the specific causes: Clutch failure: Clutch failure may result in insufficient clutch disengagement travel. In such cases, it is recommended to visit a repair shop to adjust the disengagement travel. Deformed transmission plates: Deformation of the transmission plates in the clutch pressure plate assembly, due to certain reasons, can lead to poor disengagement. In this situation, it is advisable to replace the pressure plate with a high-quality one that matches the original vehicle specifications. Excessive gear self-locking force: Excessive self-locking force in the clutch gears can cause this issue. It is recommended to visit a repair shop to adjust the clutch cable and gear stop lock accordingly.
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