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Old 07-10-2014, 07:43 AM   #1
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Default 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

Is this a common problem
are there any adjustments possible to remedy this
will check the engine mounts

symptom
as soon as it is put in fifth it gets stuck fast and hard
every other gears selection and changing is fine while driving
clutch is fine -
slave no leaks or problems
no crunching or other noises in the box
oil level ok

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Old 07-10-2014, 08:00 AM   #2
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

Pretty sure these use two cables too shift the gearbox, I also think that there is a little it of play where they connect that could cause an issue like this.
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Old 07-10-2014, 09:51 AM   #3
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

I wish it was cables
I wish it was just the bush to replace ..car drives so well

gear stick isnt sloppy
the other gears and reverse pops in and out easy as


this 1.5 manual box wants to be to be a pain
has a single shift rod into the box
and a stay bar

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Old 13-10-2014, 06:28 PM   #4
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

where is the clutch cutting in? if its very close to the floor and the clutch is adjustable,
i would try adjusting it up just a tad and see if it makes a difference.
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Old 13-10-2014, 07:42 PM   #5
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

. cant get into it
.hope the owner finds his keys .

.clutch pedal length and adjustments will check
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Old 29-10-2014, 12:26 AM   #6
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

owner found the keys today
and will have the cash soon to take out and refit another gearbox

not helping 35 degree heat plus days . in the open on sloping pavers no power points
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Old 17-11-2014, 10:53 PM   #7
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Default Re: 1999 festiva gearbox locked in fifth

got a text from the owner --two days ago

he is going to sell the fiestiva as is

i should be greatful and not ****ed off
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