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Old Nov 29, 2018 | 10:03 AM
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I am having trouble shifting into first gear and second year, this is been happening since the cold weather has move in.Basically talking between 40 and 45°. I always shift into second about 20 mph . Is anybody else experienced this problem.
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Old Nov 29, 2018 | 12:39 PM
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That happens to me once in a while, in colder weather. I don't worry about it, as long as it shifts smooth when warmed up; I guess that means it's OK.
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Old Nov 29, 2018 | 04:23 PM
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If it shifts normal when warmed up, don't worry about it. Just go easy until the fluid thins out a little bit.
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Old Nov 29, 2018 | 07:27 PM
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what about 3 and 4? 5 and 6? Each set has their own Syncro. If the syncro goes bad it can be hard to put into gear or not go in at all. I am also experiencing this.
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SOMETIMES, a trans fluid change will help. Search the forums and you'll see numerous 1-2 shifting problems. Some swear by after market brands of fluid. I tried one brand and it was worse. I then tried the currently recommended GM fluid and it is a little better, but not completely cured.
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Old Dec 1, 2018 | 08:06 AM
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You don't say what year your car is, but it may need new rubber bushings on the shifter they can dry rot over time , cheap and reasonably easy to replace.
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Old Dec 1, 2018 | 08:13 AM
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I had the same problem until I changed my trans fluid, since putting in fresh GM fluid the problem is nearly gone...By the time I get to the end of my road it's shifting normal again...WW
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