Gear shift is hard to move

2003 CITROEN SAXO
100,000 MILES • 1.6L • 2WD • MANUAL
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AZBOW
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Hi, my vehicle listed above VTR has been stud for about 2 years but the gear stick is really stiff to move.
Nov 29, 2020 at 2:20 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This vehicle isn't offered in the US, but I'll try my best to help.

When you say it seems really stiff, is the same whether the engine is running or not? Also, have you inspected the shift linkage to make sure nothing is coming apart?

Often times, the shift linkage will attach to the transmission and the shifter in the vehicle using plastic bushings which wear out and can cause this. I attached a pic below (a general pic of a different brand) and highlighted areas to check.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Nov 29, 2020 at 8:36 PM
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AZBOW
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That's great. i will have a look and get back to you when I have a look. thank you
Nov 29, 2020 at 11:13 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You are very welcome. Let me know what you find or if you have other questions. Although I don't have the specific technical info on your car, I should be able to help.

Take care,
Joe
Nov 30, 2020 at 7:13 PM