Transmission Shifts Hard

Transmission Shifts Hard

Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent hard shift may be caused by an intermittent clutch condition. With a self adjusting clutch, the clutch may be in between adjustments and not give full clutch release. This might be felt by a low clutch pedal. After several applications, the clutch may adjust properly to give the proper pedal feel.

Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
3. A static shift test is performed by shifting into all of the gear positions with the engine not operating. While performing the test, one should note how the shift lever movement is felt. Also while shifting from one gear to the other, feel for binding in the shift rails. You should be able to feel the detent plungers operating when coming out of a gear and going into a gear.
5. A dynamic shift test is performed by shifting into one of the gear positions with the engine operating. Test for the correct mesh of the synchronizers and for the clutch releasing correctly. When shifting into a gear and out of the gear feel the shift detent plungers and for the synchronizers sleeve moving freely.
7. The transmission uses DEXRON III transmission fluid that allows proper synchronizer operation. The incorrect fluid may cause hard shifting, from varnish build up or not enough lubrication for proper synchronizer operation.

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