Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

MK6 Gears............Effing annoying!

Raizak
Raizak
in Ford Fiesta Club

Featured Replies

I'm having major issues with my mk6's gears! The reverse sometimes doesn't sit in right and kicks out and ofcourse make that annoying grinding noise and also sometimes has trouble going into first!

Why doesn't the MK6 have a lift up or push down for revers like 95% of cars have :( i loved that!

Anyone else having the "sticking" issue with their MK6?

  • Quote


    I'm having major issues with my mk6's gears! The reverse sometimes doesn't sit in right and kicks out and ofcourse make that annoying grinding noise and also sometimes has trouble going into first!

    Why doesn't the MK6 have a lift up or push down for revers like 95% of cars have :( i loved that!

    Anyone else having the "sticking" issue with their MK6?

    The gear-change can be adjusted, 2 cables, hidden inside a black plastic boxing low down at the front of the 'box. Troubles can also arise below the gear lever. If it's niether of these, low oil level may be the culprit, but it takes special oil, Castrol SMX-S fully synthetic, and must not be filled to overflowing the top-up hole, as that can blow the input oil-seal.

    In short, it's a job for the dealerships. ( My own attempt to get my new Mk6.5 'bux shifting more slickly, resulted in occasional popping out of 1st gear,but I'm now aware that this G/B is known to be troublesome, and that is why the special oil is fitted). My car is much better now, after running-in, and in warm weather).

  • Quote

    Same problem, with my works van tho, 56 plate transit haha. The garage sent the gearbox away to get rebuilt, seems to have cured it (touch wood)

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026) We hope this email finds you well and enjoying your week. As always, our forum has been buzzing with activity, so we’ve compiled the highlights for you. Plenty of interesting discussions are taking place, especially around the Ford Focus and Fiesta models. Starting off with the Focus, many members have been discussing issues with the Emergency Call System, particularly in the Mk4 model. PLB raised concerns about persistent malfunctions, a se
      Steve
      Steve
      • 136 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.