1986 Toyota Corolla Cant downshift from 3rd to 2nd

Tiny
HACHI
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  • 1986 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 189,000 MILES
This problem has just recently started and im at a loss here. When I'm about to turn, I shift from 3rd to 2nd and it just wont go into second. Im at the right speed and everything, it just wont go into 2nd gear.

Do I need a new transmission? If so, would it be cheaper to replace/rebuild?
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 AT 9:42 PM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

You may have a problem with the scyncro hub, dose it go into gear with the engine stopped? I would also be checking the cable adjustments as well.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Friday, July 18th, 2008 AT 1:35 AM
Tiny
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Yes it will go into gear when the car is stopped or at a very low speed. But any other time it just wont go into 2nd gear at all.
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Friday, July 18th, 2008 AT 4:15 PM
Tiny
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Hi there,

It is sounding like a syncro or shift hub problem, just check the oil as a precaution, but I feel the box will have to be removed.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Friday, July 18th, 2008 AT 5:56 PM
Tiny
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Ok. Looks like im going to have to call my mechanic.

Thank you for your time and help.

Sincerely
-Hachi
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Friday, July 18th, 2008 AT 6:42 PM

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