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MZ Teacha
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Manual Transmission Break-In ( Rebuilt & New )

Well if anyone has any notchy or rough 1st to 2nd gear shift feel on 02 RSX Type S. This is a normal feel for the triple cone synchronizers on 1st and 2nd gear until the transmission has had some use to break in properly.

On any vehicle with a new ( or recently repaired ) manual transmission, the fresh contact surfaces of gears and synchronizers need to accumulate some careful break-in mileage in order to gradually mate up and work at maximum efficiency. The more frequently a gear is selected, the sooner its feel will improve.

If gear shifts are hurried or forced on a new synchronizers, they may not have time to equalize gear speeds for smooth engagement, resulting in a notchy, or rough feeling. Permanent damage to synchronizers and gear teeth can result and grinding will occur on engagement thereafter. Owners should be advised to be patient when shifting gears during break-in, avoid speed shifting and make sure to always depress and hold the cl**tch pedal to the floor until gear changes are completed.

Reminder: In cooler temperatures, shift effort may remain high until the transmission oil begins to warm up. As the transmission does not warm up as quickly as the engine, this normal characteristic may not change during short trips, especially in sub-freezing temperatures. If the transmission shifts properly after it has warmed up, a repair is not necessary.


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