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m46 First gear problem 120-130

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posted by  volvo245gti on  Thu May 7 12:24 CST 2009
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One of the least desirable traits of the M46 is the short 1st gear. That coupled with short rear axle and you've got exactly what you describe; a useless 1st gear.

Not sure what help you're looking for but what you describe is what I'd expect.

The lurching going into 2nd might be solved by shifting a little more slowly and letting the engine slow down a bit before letting out the clutch...
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