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Old 07-05-2019   #1
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Default Can't get into gear...

I've been noticing that getting into gear from a stop has been difficult. It got worse quickly. Now I can't hardly get the shifter into gear and also noticing the clutch is catching almost instantly when letting it out. What is happening??
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Old 07-05-2019   #2
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Default Re: Can't get into gear...

I had a similar issue and it turned out that my clutch fluid was very low. I filled the reservoir and it was like I installed a new clutch. Good luck.


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Old 07-05-2019   #3
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Default Re: Can't get into gear...

Also check the fork/Pivot ball .....
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Old 07-05-2019   #4
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I had a similar issue and it turned out that my clutch fluid was very low. I filled the reservoir and it was like I installed a new clutch. Good luck.


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Dumb question- where is the reservoir located?
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Old 07-05-2019   #5
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Dumb question- where is the reservoir located?
under the computer on the driver side firewall
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Old 07-05-2019   #6
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Yes, it’s on the driver’s side, close to the firewall and under the computer.


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Old 07-06-2019   #7
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Yes, it’s on the driver’s side, close to the firewall and under the computer.


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Well, that definitely would appear to be the problem as the well looks empty...but for the life of me I cannot get the cap off.
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Old 07-06-2019   #8
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Default Re: Can't get into gear...

If...when you do remove the cap, you or your mechanic should bleed the clutch MASTER and SLAVE cylinders first. Then keep a close eye on the level, looking for signs of leakage.

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Old 07-06-2019   #9
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Default Re: Can't get into gear...

Channel lock pliers for the 1st time is needed.


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Old 07-06-2019   #10
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I also had to use Channel lock pliers the first time, just wrap the cap with a rag. When refilling keep the level below the full mark or when you insert the black cup it will overflow.
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