What Causes the Clutch to Stick and Prevent Gear Engagement?

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LeTimothy
07/30/25 6:25am
Failure to engage gears is due to a malfunction in the vehicle. Below are the reasons why the clutch may prevent gear engagement: 1. Clutch cable failure: Some manual transmission vehicles still use cables to control the clutch. The outer sheath of the cable can easily crack, leading to difficulty in engaging gears. 2. Excessive gear lock force: An overly strong gear lock mechanism can make it difficult to shift in and out of gears. 3. Clutch master cylinder failure: The clutch hydraulic master cylinder may experience issues like pressure loss or oil leakage during use, resulting in failure to engage gears when pressing the clutch. In such cases, the clutch master cylinder needs to be replaced at a service station, followed by an air bleeding procedure. 4. Transmission failure: Insufficient transmission fluid, a stuck gear shift mechanism, or a malfunctioning gear or shift fork can also cause this issue.
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