Opel Corsa B 1993–2000 Service and Repair Manual: Manual gearbox
Noisy in neutral with engine running
- Input shaft bearings worn (noise apparent with clutch pedal released, but not when depressed).*
- Clutch release bearing worn (noise apparent with clutch pedal depressed, possibly less when released).
Noisy in one particular gear
- Worn, damaged or chipped gear teeth .*
Difficulty engaging gears
- Clutch fault.
- Worn or damaged gear linkage.
- Incorrectly-adjusted gear linkage.
- Worn synchroniser units.*
Jumps out of gear
- Worn or damaged gear linkage.
- Incorrectly-adjusted gear linkage .
- Worn synchroniser units .*
- Worn selector forks .*
Vibration
- Lack of oil .
- Worn bearings .*
Lubricant leaks
- Leaking differential output oil seal .
- Leaking housing joint .*
- Leaking input shaft oil seal .*
*Although the corrective action necessary to remedy the symptoms described is beyond the scope of the home mechanic, the above information should be helpful in isolating the cause of the condition, so that the owner can communicate clearly with a professional mechanic.
Clutch
Pedal travels to floor - no pressure or very little
resistance
Broken clutch cable.
Incorrect clutch cable adjustment.
Broken clutch release bearing or fork.
Broken diaphragm spring in clut ...
Automatic transmission
Note: Due to the complexity of the automatic transmission, it is difficult
for the home mechanic to properly diagnose and service this unit. For
problems other than the following, the vehicle should ...
See also:
Opel Corsa B 1993–2000 Service and Repair Manual. Engine components -
examination and renovation
Camshaft
1. With the camshaft removed, examine the
bearings for signs of obvious wear and pitting.
If evident, a new camshaft housing will
probably be required.
2. The camshaft itself should sh ...