Tough Manual Shifting
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Re: Tough Manual Shifting
Dumb Question:
With TSB's, are these services things the dealer has to do free of charge?
The reason I am asking is because I have read several of them that apply directly to my car, but I am out of warranty and am wondering if they will still cover the costs? Thanks for the help.
With TSB's, are these services things the dealer has to do free of charge?
The reason I am asking is because I have read several of them that apply directly to my car, but I am out of warranty and am wondering if they will still cover the costs? Thanks for the help.
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Re: Tough Manual Shifting
Originally Posted by Goldwing
I would suggest sticking with whatever Chrysler specifies for the MT6. There are good reasons for manufacturers to select certain fluids.
I have two MT6s and both are relatively hard shifters, compared to my old 2002 Vue MT5 and both my Audi's (A6 and A4) with MT6. It's the nature of the beast. The roadster, now with 32k miles, has gotten easier as it becomes more "broken in". Eventually you will find the sweet spot to go from 1st to 2nd. Reverse is not a problem on either car. Consider it one of the idiosyncracies of the car, like the electrics on an old Triumph.
I have two MT6s and both are relatively hard shifters, compared to my old 2002 Vue MT5 and both my Audi's (A6 and A4) with MT6. It's the nature of the beast. The roadster, now with 32k miles, has gotten easier as it becomes more "broken in". Eventually you will find the sweet spot to go from 1st to 2nd. Reverse is not a problem on either car. Consider it one of the idiosyncracies of the car, like the electrics on an old Triumph.
Clutch Fluid, Use brake fluid approved to MB 331.0, or a DOT 4 brake fluid with: minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) 500°F (260°C), minimum wet boiling point (WERBP) 356°F (180°C), maximum viscosity 1500 mm
2/s, conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925.
Manual Transmission Fluid, No fluid service required. Only use fluid approved to MB 236.2. SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting API SL or GF-3, may be substituted.
Rear Axle Fluid Only use synthetic SAE 75W-85 axle lubricant that meets MB 231.1. Reduced axle durability may result if an unapproved product is used.
The above is from the owners manual and they say engine oil of the correct spec may be used, I would prefer a specific oil for MT's be used in mine.
I also find the lower gears are tricky to change, getting the correct revs is important as is fully depressing the clutch pedal, which appears to have an overly long stroke.
Manual Transmission Fluid, No fluid service required. Only use fluid approved to MB 236.2. SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting API SL or GF-3, may be substituted.
Rear Axle Fluid Only use synthetic SAE 75W-85 axle lubricant that meets MB 231.1. Reduced axle durability may result if an unapproved product is used.
The above is from the owners manual and they say engine oil of the correct spec may be used, I would prefer a specific oil for MT's be used in mine.
I also find the lower gears are tricky to change, getting the correct revs is important as is fully depressing the clutch pedal, which appears to have an overly long stroke.
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