Gear shift is hard to Move

AZBOW

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2003 CITROEN SAXO
1.6L
2WD
MANUAL
100,000 MILES

Hi, my vehicle listed above VTR has been stud for about 2 years but the gear stick is really stiff to move.

Sunday, November 29th, 2020 AT 2:20 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,262 POSTS

Hi,

This vehicle isn't offered in the US, but I'll try my best to help.

When you say it seems really stiff, is the same whether the engine is running or not? Also, have you inspected the shift linkage to make sure nothing is coming apart?

Often times, the shift linkage will attach to the transmission and the shifter in the vehicle using plastic bushings which wear out and can cause this. I attached a pic below (a general pic of a different brand) and highlighted areas to check.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Sunday, November 29th, 2020 AT 8:36 PM

AZBOW

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That's great. I will have a look and get back to you when I have a look. Thank you

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Sunday, November 29th, 2020 AT 11:13 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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You are very welcome. Let me know what you find or if you have other questions. Although I don't have the specific technical info on your car, I should be able to help.

Take care,
Joe

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Monday, November 30th, 2020 AT 7:13 PM