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Any help? transmission problem? - 1997 VW Jetta
thepoopster
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I have a 97 jetta trek that is having problems. Grinding noises from transfer , no reverse, hard to shift, loud winding noise. I think it's may be the trough out baring thing from what I'm reading. What can a do? I don't want to attempt to fix the wrong thing , or waist my time on something that may be fried. Help?
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Sounds like it could need a new clutch, which would include a new throw out bearing. But before you do that, you might want to check the clutch fluid level just in case. Could simply be low and need topping off. While you are at it, check the transmission fluid level, as well.
Good luck!
Hi. The clutch system in your car shares the same fluid as the braking system, so check the brake fluid reservoir to see if the fluid there is low. If it is low, that probably means there is a leak somewhere -- usually the master cylinder or the slave cylinder, or both -- that will need to be addressed.
Manual transmissions also contain fluid, or gear oil, to keep the gears lubricated and help regulate operating temperatures. To check the level, you'll need to have the car on a lift or jack stands and open the fill plug on the transmission housing. The fluid level there should be just below the fill plug opening.
If you're relatively new at this, I would recommend taking the car to a trusted independent mechanic for this work. Try search Yelp for Volkswagen Repair and then pick someone with very good reviews.