vonSol::kinkS4

Anyone else have a weak 1st gear syncro? I know this is a common problem and I don't really want to spend big $$$ to get a rebuilt transmission right now. Is it okay to ride it out like this? Or will it cause some serious damage in the longrun?

ChucktownS4

most people dont shift into 1st unless they are sitting still, maybe bleed the slave cylinder?

vonSol::kinkS4

It happens even if I am stationary and shifting into 1st out of my driveway/stop signs.

ChucktownS4

try bleed'n the slave cylinder, take the driver side wheel off to get to it.

vonSol::kinkS4

Thanks. Quick question, change tranny fluid every 50k?

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

is a problem with the clutch/PP assembly and not the tranny itself. If you are rolling to a stop, can you slip it into 1st from neutral w/o it clunking (about 3 mph @ idle is the rev matched speed)? You just put a slight amount of pressure on the shift lever and when everything is rev matched perfectly, it should just slide into gear with only the slightest pressure. If this works then my guess is your PP is not fully disengaging - best case you slave cylinder needs bleeding/adjustment. Worst case is PP going out.

ChucktownS4

sure, it might help a little