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Ford Focus making a knocking nose between gear changes

I have noticed a knocking noise between gear changes on my Ford Focus 1.6 diesel. My local dealer has told me this is normal, but I disagree. How do I find out what the problem is?

Asked on 14 October 2016 by K.A.H

Answered by Honest John
It will be the sprung dual mass flywheel absorbing torque.

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