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1995 Rover 2 Series Repair Question


Topics covered: Clutch, Engine, Input shaft.
Mileage: 98,000 miles.

Asked on December 8, 2010

Gearbox or clutch?

I have a rover 216. Cannot engage the gears while engine is on unless I engage first, then switch on engine. Clutch feels allright - no loose play on pedal or anything. Only happened today. Could cold weather affect? Would it be clutch or gearbox gone? Cheers, James
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Replied on December 8, 2010

If vehicle did not move forward when started in gear then clutch good.does it up shift ? down shift? Could be cold siezing input shaft to ,pilot bearing. What happened when box got warm?

Tiny Answered by Docfixit (expert)
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