Transmission will not shift into gears?

Tiny
LEE LETHOBA VUITTON
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  • 2009 JEEP PATRIOT
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • MANUAL
  • 150,000 MILES
My car wont shift into gear, but the gear lever is not stiff.
Sunday, August 17th, 2025 AT 5:36 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello Lee,

Can you upload a short video of the problem so I can see? It sounds like the clutch went out, please go over this video to help find out what is wrong and get back to me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpBMj5ZY_bo

Please go over this guide and get back to us.
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Sunday, August 17th, 2025 AT 12:28 PM
Tiny
LEE LETHOBA VUITTON
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That video helped a lot. I'm having problem 1 and problem 4. So should I buy the Clutch Kit or the Clutch Pressure plate only?
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Sunday, August 17th, 2025 AT 5:02 PM
Tiny
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I would get the kit, it makes the job more complete and it will last longer. Let me know if you need instructions on how to remove the transmission and clutch assembly, this guide can help.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-clutch

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Monday, August 18th, 2025 AT 10:40 AM

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