996 gear "problem"

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by cavemanno1, Jan 22, 2013.

  1. Hi guys!

    I have noticed on my 2002 996 before i put her away for the winter that i can hardly put her in neutral bettwen first and second!It's not a big problem but its annoying!Do you guys know what can be done to it?

    Thanks

    Peter
     
    #1 cavemanno1, Jan 22, 2013
  2. It's usually clutch drag causing it. Either there's air in the clutch system or the slave is leaking. Bleed the system and /or check for fluid loss around the slave in the front sprocket area.
    Could be clutch wear, but it's usually accompanied with slip by the time it gets that worn
     
    #2 nelly, Jan 22, 2013
  3. are you getting a loud 'clonk' as you select first accompanied by a momentary lurch forward at the same time? this will also confirm some form of clutch dragging ^.
     
    #3 Chris, Jan 22, 2013
  4. Thanks guys.Can't remember any "clonk" noise.When i'm rolling with her i can put her in neutral but when i stop i have difficulty to do it!
     
    #4 cavemanno1, Jan 23, 2013
  5. As said above check for leaks,then bleed the system.If thats no good measure the stack height.
     
    #5 keith916, Jan 23, 2013
  6. just a long shot - have you still got the standard steel clutch cover and if so is the thick rubber 'gasket' still fitted?
     
    #6 Chris, Jan 23, 2013
  7. Good way to check for drag as well as the clonk test is to put her on a paddock stand, fire her up then put in gear.
    Watch the rear wheel...:upyeah:
     
    #7 Nelson, Jan 23, 2013
  8. thanks guys,

    Don't have a padock stand yet and i think i'm gonna take her to the shop for a check up!
     
    #8 cavemanno1, Jan 24, 2013
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