Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - potential gearbox problem?? - kyle82

Hi all im new here, just got a 54 plate 1.7cdti last week.

It has 55k on clock and im a little concerened there may be the begginings of a problem with the gearbox. When I lift clutch to set off the gear lever moves/wobbles/rattles side to side as it engages. It doesnt try to 'jump' out just goes side to side, does this indicate its on its way out or is it normal? It doesnt move when its in gear and im moving, just as it engages.

Thanks for any replies.

Edited by kyle82 on 14/04/2010 at 13:35

Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - potential gearbox problem?? - Peter.N.

I think you problem is more likely to be engine/gearbox mountings ot it could be the clutch. If it drives OK I wouldn't worry about it.

Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - potential gearbox problem?? - kyle82

Yeah I had a feeling it might be the mountings as it does drive fine with no problems. What kind of problems could this cause long term if I dont get it sorted?

Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - potential gearbox problem?? - Peter.N.

It may get worse until you feel compelled to do something about it - on the other hand it might stay as it is, or if its the clutch even improve.