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dog-man

Active Member

• Jan 5, 2018

• #1

Yesterday, I used my 2006 TD4 for the first time in around 2 weeks.

I have left it longer than this previously without any issues.

Upon trying to put the car in gear (manual), I found that it was very difficult to engage the gears.
It was a difficult drive to my destination. Things did improve but not to how it was prior to the 2 weeks of non use.
I assume something has partially siezed / corroded due to non use.
What would I be looking for?

The gearbox oil was renewed during the summer with the correct fluid.

 

kwondo

Member

• Jan 5, 2018

• #2

what did your clutch pedel feel like, had it slightly dropped to the floor, check your master clutch fluid is topped up

 

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dog-man

Active Member

• Jan 5, 2018

• #3

I think the clutch pedal was normal but I will check the fluid level.

To me it felt as if the moving parts had siezed becaue of rust and something needed lubricating. (I know very little about the FL clutch).
The clutch is 3 or less years old as I had it renewed with a mass flywheel I think it was. I have the invoice somewhere.

My bite point has always been very low on the clutch and can be a pain after a journey of around 30 miles or more. Probably less when the outside temp is high.

 

teddywood1

Well-Known Member

• Jan 5, 2018

• #4

get under the car and grease the joints of the gear lever section

 

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dog-man

Active Member

• Jan 5, 2018

• #5

I imagine that is the answer.
If the rain ever stops here long enough I will.

Are there any photos / guides on here showing what bits to grease?