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Reverse Gear

zoltann
zoltann
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Hello!

I got a Ford focus 2 facelift 1.6 petrol 100cp, and when i put in reverse gear, sometimes it gives a sound like i didnt put in reverse gear correctly?

What could the problem be?

THanks!

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    please ?

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    There probably is not a problem. I don't think reverse gear has a synchromesh on it. Try pressing the clutch a couple of times before selecting reverse. Mine use to be the same on my fiesta and when i started to push the pedal a couple of times it was fine.

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    Also, try waiting a second or two between depessing the clutch and engaging reverse. This will allow the clutch driven plate to stop spinning.

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    Thank You, i have my Focus for a month now and i was scared a bit :)

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    Its a trait of most Fords. As said there is no syncro on reverse.

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    I wouldn't call it a problem though. Make sure the car is not still moving forward before changing to reverse then wait a second or two

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    Okay, thanks guys :)

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    Not just a Ford issue!! Fiat are the same

    As said, it's a "Fordism" and the above advice is spot on :-)

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