DEFINITION: Noise occurs in 1st speed gear only

1. Disassemble the transaxle case. Refer to Transmission Case Disassemble

•	The 1st speed constant-mesh gears

•	The 1st/2nd synchronizer

Are any of the components worn, chipped, or scored?

Go to Step 2

Refer to Isolating Noise

Service, repair, or replace the components as necessary. Refer to Transmission Case Assemble

Did the noise disappear?

System OK

Refer to Isolating Noise