Troubleshooting a Manual Transmission (Mazda Capella GC)

Noise when driving with the gearshift lever in neutral position

• Worn input shaft bearings (the noise disappears when the clutch pedal is pressed) (Section 7)
• The release bearing is worn out (the noise occurs when the clutch pedal is pressed and is less likely when the pedal is released) (Section 8)

Noise when selecting one of the gears

• The gear teeth are worn, damaged or chipped (Section 7)

Difficulty shifting gears

• The clutch is damaged (Section 8)
• The gear shift rod is worn or damaged (Section 7)
• Incorrect adjustment of the gear shift rod (Section 7)
• The synchronizer blocks are worn out (Section 7)

The lever does not lock in the selected position

• The gear shift rod is worn or damaged (Section 7)
• Incorrect adjustment of the gear shift rod (Section 7)
• The synchronizer blocks are worn out (Section 7)
• The gear shift forks are worn out (Section 7)

Vibration

• Lack of oil (Section 1)
• Worn bearings (Section 7)

Oil leaks

• The drive shaft seal is leaking (Section 7)
• The casing connection is leaking (Section 7)
• The input shaft seal is leaking (Section 7)

Although the repair procedures required to correct the described malfunctions cannot be performed independently, the information above will help you identify their causes so that you can contact a specialist for specific advice and assistance.

(The text of the article is taken from the website: www.MazBook.ru)