Sometimes can't shift into 1st gear
Pro
Joined: Sep 2004
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I agree with ALFA 1's comments. I having been driving a manual since 1971 and have never had a problem. I don't have my C6 MN6 yet. When I do get it, I will drive it the way I have always driven my manuals as ALFA 1 said.
Previous manuals
69 MGB
68 E-type
68 Camaro
69 Mach 1
78 GLC
79 RX-7
88 RX-7
Plus a zillion rental cars in Europe
Previous manuals
69 MGB
68 E-type
68 Camaro
69 Mach 1
78 GLC
79 RX-7
88 RX-7
Plus a zillion rental cars in Europe
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Joined: May 2005
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From: The Woodlands TX
OK, guys I've had the same issue periodically, but I've noticed the strangest thing. A few days ago, after shifting into second to try to realign the synchros, I focefully 
tried to get into first again. It worked, but the strangest thing happened - the speedometer did the startup sequence (sweep from 0-100%, then back). I assumed that I may have unintentionally jammed the off switch, but I did it again a few days later and saw the same thing. Weird, right?
tried to get into first again. It worked, but the strangest thing happened - the speedometer did the startup sequence (sweep from 0-100%, then back). I assumed that I may have unintentionally jammed the off switch, but I did it again a few days later and saw the same thing. Weird, right?
Cruising
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Peoria AZ
Or is this a shifter problem? I just put the C6 shifter in my C5 two weeks ago. It shifted fine for the first two days then it started with the first gear problem. Occassionally at first, now all the time. My C5 shifter never has done that in two years. Coincidence?
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2005
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From: Prepare yourself, for a pride obliterating bich smack. Fairfax, VA
St. Jude Donor '06-'07-'08
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happened alot on my, usually silky smooth, G35 Coupe 6MT. happened alot on my 2000 Maxima SE 5sp. happens to my buddy with an 05 M3 6sp. you learn the tricks to get around and prevent this stuff from happening...but everyone sleeps on it now and then. especially when you just sped around a bunch of slow bastages in traffic and then at the next stop light you cant go and they start beeping at you 
not a problem with your car dood...all is good
not a problem with your car dood...all is good
