Ford Focus ford focus sport 1.6tdci. new clutch assembly has left the car with very notchy gear selection
Variant: Focus Sport 1.6 TDCi
Model Year: 2011
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Gearbox & Clutch
Had the full clutch assembly replaced due to a slipping clutch. After this was done the gear selection has been very "notchy". I have returned it to the Garage 3 times and each time there was no improvement. They say they have changed the gearbox oil (because it was too thin?". bled the hydraulic system and finally adjusted the selector cable. None have made any difference.
The gear selection previously was very smooth.
The gear selection previously was very smooth.
Posted: Oct 20, 2021 (3 years ago)
Take it wasn't a Ford dealership who replaced the clutch ?
Posted Oct 20, 2021 (3 years ago)
No, it wasn't - unfortunately, or stupidly - I went for a cheaper quote (False economy I guess) - alway's used dealership in the past but this time the price was prohibitive.
Posted Oct 20, 2021 (3 years ago)
When you use independent garages , in many cases they may use parts that give them more profit as opposed to quality . I have also seen problems occur when engine is left to hang unsupported when gearbox removed and causing damage with gear linkage or cables . Not saying this happened or not with your car , not in any position to do so from here . As for gear oil too thin , usually if it's too thick you get problems . I know what you mean , but the cheaper option is not often the best in the long run .
Posted Oct 20, 2021 (3 years ago)
I suspect that's what they have done - used inferior quality components. I suppose this should be a lesson learned for me.
Posted Oct 21, 2021 (3 years ago)
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