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The first time i shift into 2nd gear in the winter, after taking the car out of the garadge it will grind. It is like i didn't put it in the gear all the way or the clutch wasn't in? Is it becuase of the cold? Thanks for any help.
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You may benefit from upgrading the trans fluid. There is a FAQ on the subject. The two main things for improving cold weather shifts is synthetic fluid and friction modifier. One of the most common "cocktails" is Mobil 1 ATF with 2 oz of Ford friction modifier. There has been a lot of discussion on this topic so with a little bit of a search you should be able to gain a lot of insight. If the problem does not improve with a fluid upgrade, you may need to overhaul the trans including a 2nd gear synchro. Try the fluid change first.
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even with the fluid change, it is still most likely a worn syncro, which means it will only get worse until the trans needs to be torn down to repair it. Sucks doesn't it?
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Could it be worn out after only 24,000 miles??
98.5 Black SVT with 34k miles Build #5683 Born on 4\15\1998
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yeah, depends on your driving style mostly I guess.
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Originally posted by TheGreatOne:
yeah, depends on your driving style mostly I guess.
Since I am trying to learn about our trannies, I feel safe asking this question...
How can driving style effect the lifespan of the syncro's?
I am just now learning a great deal about the CD4E and since I have been digging around with the MTX-75, I was just curious.
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Driving style can make a big difference in synchro life. So can maintenance. Try the fluid upgrade. You just may find the shifting to be satisfactory. If nothing else, try adding 2 oz (1/2 bottle) of friction modifier to your existing fluid. If you see a significant improvement, then do a synthetic fluid with friction modifier upgrade.
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This is a very common occurance with our cars.
Terry Haines...the genius that he is...came up with this fix.
I've had two '98 CSVTs and both would grind when shifting into 2nd gear in the Winter...
This fixed them both.
1) Start your car and let the idle settle to it's normal level.
2) Tap the gas so that the engine revs to 2K
3) Repeat #2.
That's it.
I do it every morning and no more grind.
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It works for me!  Started getting the grind this winter as soon as the weather got colder, and immediately started doing the start... wait... tap... tap... and go. No more grind. 
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