Weird Clutch and/or first gear issue

wabashkywabashky New Wagonist
in Engine & Drivetrain
Ok, so got my new wago last week and the first thing I noticed, even when test driving, is that it is REALLY difficult to get started in first gear. its like you really need to baby it to get going without stalling out. Even if u dump it (which i did on accident once) it still just kinda sits for a few seconds and doesn't start moving, almost as if you were riding your clutch or something. shifting afterward is perfectly fine and the clutch really grabs between gears. Do you think adjusting the clutch cable to be looser would help at all?? or do you think it could be the tranny? thanks

wabashky

BTW 91 2wd d15b2 engine DPFI

Comments

  • NicollaNicolla Wagonist
    Is it only when the car is cold, or is it every time you use 1st?
  • wabashkywabashky New Wagonist
    Everytime it seems. My old wagon was so easy to get started that this is worrying me a bit. Runs n drives great other than this.
  • HaydzHaydz Moderator
    You don't hear a 'ping' noise when it starts working properly? it might be the handbrake.. :)
  • wabashkywabashky New Wagonist
    no, dont believe it is that, plus no lights on dash for brake liek the crx i had that had the problem you are talking about. Maybe it is always happening just not as noticable when i am shifting between gears?? IDK thanks for the replies though

    wabashky
  • SiWagonSiWagon Council Member
    Sounds like engine fueling system problem.
  • wabashkywabashky New Wagonist
    You know after driving it for a month now I am beginning to think the clutch is just shot and slipping. I need a new one i guess. Thanks for your help.

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