Cannot move gearshift between gear positions
2009 Ford Focus 2.0 ltr. cabrio
Problem added: Nov 11, 2023 (3 weeks ago)
lever can be forced to move, but is not practical to use.
John
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Check the gear linkage . cable on top of gearbox for wear or partially seized . May get away with stripping down and lubricating
Answered Nov 11, 2023 (3 weeks ago)
whittingehame
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