I have a 2001 Volvo, 13 speed, with a very slack gearshift. I am not much of a mechanic, but it looks like the shift mechanism runs from the bottom of the stick across the truck then forward into a rectangular box. There is another rod going from the box into the top of the gearbox.
Where do you think my prob stems from, and how to fix it!
Thanks
Gearshift play
Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by dunchues, Mar 31, 2015.
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I do not quite understand your explanation but they normally have an isolater bushing between the upper and lower gear shift shafts under the floor. There is also a o-ring assy. in the top of the 4 bolt housing that should be replaced while you are there. If you are not able to replace brakes and ballljoints on your car you should probably send it to a shop.
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Generally the bushing must be torched out and the new one drilled to accept the bolt and plastic spacers. Inside the shift housing is a "dog" that slides into a groove cut into the shift lever....with the age of yours, the slot is likely worn excessively and will need to be replaced.
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Thanks for the advice BoxCar, don't worry I will be getting it fixed in a proper shop!
I really just wanted to try and understand the mechanism and how it should work so will have a poke about tomorrow and apply your experience to my eyes and see if it's all clear now!
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