What Causes the Noise When Shifting into Reverse Gear in Volkswagen Sagitar?
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Volkswagen Sagitar makes noise when shifting into reverse gear due to the following reasons: Reverse Gear: The vehicle is not completely stopped before engaging reverse gear. Clutch: The clutch is not fully depressed. Cold Idle: Starting the car before the cold idle speed has dropped. It is important to develop good driving habits, such as warming up the car in both winter and summer. When shifting into reverse gear, the vehicle should ideally be in a stationary state to avoid damage to the transmission (the above explanation applies only to manual transmission vehicles). Synchronizer: To reduce costs, reverse gear is not equipped with a synchronizer. As a result, shifting gears, especially into reverse after starting the engine, is not smooth. Reverse gears use straight-cut teeth, making it easier to hear a clicking sound when shifting gears if the engine is not running smoothly.
My Sagitar also had the issue of strange noises when shifting into reverse gear before. The most likely cause is wear and tear on the transmission gears, especially the reverse gear which is used less but endures significant impact, leading to gaps over time. If the clutch doesn't disengage completely, it can also cause a clunking sound when reversing. Additionally, aging engine mounts can lead to body displacement, resulting in impact sounds when in reverse. I later found that wear on the driveshaft universal joint is also a common issue, with the noise being particularly noticeable when reversing and turning. I recommend you check the transmission fluid condition immediately, listen to whether the noise is metal friction or gear grinding, and get it inspected at a professional shop as soon as possible to avoid major repairs. Don't underestimate this problem—my neighbor ignored it and ended up spending nearly 20,000 to replace the entire transmission.
