Transmission not shifting into gear properly

Tiny
RAY ROBINSON2
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  • 2009 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
  • 2.5L
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 89,000 MILES
Cannot get into first gear, makes horrific noise. Then can for few seconds, same sound in reverse, no warning lights are on. Thanks
Friday, December 25th, 2020 AT 12:32 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It sounds like the clutch isn't releasing from the engine. First, is it possible for you to record the sound it's making so I can hear it?

Next, this vehicle isn't offered in the US, but there should be a clutch fluid reservoir under the hood. Locate it and see if it is low or empty. On some of these vehicles, there will be a supply hose straight from the brake master cylinder, so make sure it isn't low if that is the case.

Here is a link you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/clutch-doesnt-work-sometimes-or-not-at-all

Let me know what you find.

Joe

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Friday, December 25th, 2020 AT 5:51 PM

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