What Causes Difficulty in Shifting Gears in a Transmission?

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OSarah
07/30/25 1:48am
Difficulty in shifting gears in a transmission is caused by fork failure, incomplete clutch disengagement, or gear failure. Fork Failure: The fastening screws securing the fork on the fork shaft are loose, or the shifting fork is severely deformed or worn. After disassembly and inspection, repair or replace the damaged parts, tighten the fastening screws, and secure them with wire. Incomplete Clutch Disengagement: Excessive clutch clearance, deformed friction plates, or severe wear of the clutch bearing can all lead to incomplete clutch disengagement, resulting in difficulty in shifting gears. Address the specific cause accordingly. Gear Failure: Due to improper operation, gear collision occurs during shifting, causing the gear chamfer to chip or deform. Repair the chamfer, and replace severely damaged gears.
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