Transmission Noisy: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Identify the cause of any noise before attempting to repair the clutch, the transaxle, or their related linkages.

Symptoms of trouble with the clutch or the manual transaxle include:

A great effort required to shift gears
The sound of gears clashing and grinding
Gear blockout

Any of these conditions requires a careful analysis. Make the following checks before disassembling the clutch or the transaxle for repairs.