Hey everyone, I got a 2017 Miata with 105,000mi that is not going into any gear, but reverse being the worse of them all. This issue only happens in the heat; early in the morning driving is smooth as butter. I will also say that if the car is falling backwards it’s easy to get into reverse if the car is moving forwards it’s easy to get into any gear. It doesn’t seem to matter if the car is warmed up or not. Is this a bad clutch or am I unlucky enough to have 7 synchros go out on me at the same time?
Your clutch may not be releasing fully, or your shift linkage may be out of adjustment.
@chucktobias are either of those an expensive endeavor. i guessing if the clutch isn’t releasing that means i need a new clutch?
@miata-man-2324 I have no idea how much a mechanic would charge to diagnose and fix the problem. If the clutch is not releasing all the way it could be a problem with the clutch hydraulic system.
@chucktobias I only now got the money for a new clutch in case I need it, so I took it to my mechanic he said the clutch is working properly, and both the master and slave cylinder aren’t leaking, and the linkage is good. Should I just pay for a new clutch?
Should I just pay for a new clutch?
Not if the clutch is working properly. What did the mechanic say is causing your issue? The hydraulics might just need to be bled.
@chucktobias He said he doesn’t know what’s wrong. I think he checked the hydraulics too, but let me call and ask.
That thing isn't all that old, unless the transmission has been horribly abused I don't see where that would be an issue. Some kind of clutch or hydraulic issue is much more likely.