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QUESTION: Hi,
I sometimes have trouble shifting from Neutral to 1st gear from idle (at traffic light). It seems like I cannot but the shifter into the 1st gear slot. However, after I release the clutch and put into neutral and then press the clutch again, it is fine.
I'm wondering if it is a transmission problem.
ANSWER: What make of vehicle etc?
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QUESTION: BMW 1992 535i 111k miles.
Could be worn shift fork in the box itself.Has the gearbox been serviced at all?A change of oil and that should help.Best way to be sure is go to a transmission shop and have them take a look at it.I dont rebuild or do any tear downs on transmissions.
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Answers by Expert:
Sean Halliday
Expertise
general auto repair,japanese,bmw,mercedes,mini cooper 1960/2009,general british cars,ford.I DO NOT work on automatic transmissions.Manual transissions i install clutches only.Many people ask me to diagnose noises from their cars,unfortunately i cannot do this unless i hear it.As you appreciate,vehicles can and will make a variety of noises.I DONT UPGRADE or fit aftermarket performace kits,parts,chips,only replacement parts.
Experience
40 years experience on all general auto repair.
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