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My 1992 Toyota Camry won't shift into gear after I changed out the clutch, how do you synchronize the gear shift with the transmission?

  • Devin Sep 29, 2013

    Thanks will definitely try your suggestion....one thing to add which makes me believe the shifter and transmission isn't align, the shifter will not shift into 1,2,5 and reverse but flops into 3 and 4 without being held into place. What are your thoughts?

  • Stephen Bulger Sep 29, 2013

    Is this the original '92 shifter? You should closely inspect the shifter assembly as there are bushings and, possibly, springs that may be worn or missing (replacement bushings can be ordered). Also, try looking at this link for related discussions:http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/103-3r... Good luck.

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First, are you certain that you installed the clutch and throw-out bearing correctly? This may take some trial and error - if you replaced the clutch, you know your way around the transmission. The shifter should have two rods/levers going to two attaching points on the transmission. Disconnect these linkage rods from the transmission. Manually move the connecting points and test by "bumping" the starter until you're sure the transmission is in Neutral. Verify that the stick shift in in the Neutral position, and re-connect the linkage rods. If all goes well, you should now be able to move the shifter through the gears. Good luck

  • Devin Sep 29, 2013

    Thanks and will defitinitely try your suggestions. One thing to add...the shifter doesn't go into 1,2, 5 and reverse but flops into 3 and 4 but doesn't stay in those gears. Any thoughts? Thanks again....

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Anonymous

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SOURCE: 1991 toyota camry automatic. Transmission is fine

sounds like you may not even have a 4th gear. worst thing is you may need a new transmission. try putting in some "Lucas Transmission Fix" it's like $12 at Autozone.. If that doesn't help, take it to a transmission shop and have them check inside your transmission to see if you need a new transmission or if it's something that could be fixed. It may even be a sensor.

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SOURCE: 1992 toyota pickup wont shift

is the clutch pedal soft???

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 20, 2011

SOURCE: 1991 Toyota Camry 4 Cyl

it has a inter damage, and you have to visit a repair transmision shop, sorry...

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For car not changing gears it can be shifter assembly issue, or it can also be transmission issue. Get the shifter assembly inspected with ignition OFF.

For more troubleshooting, I suggest you to get the Following help link checked, its complete step by step procedure to inspect gear shift issues: -----

GEAR SHIFT ISSUES

http://alltypesofpartsreplacing.blogspot.com/2012/11/gear-shift-issues.html

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