Gear Selection & Drivetrain Fault Repairs

Gear selection and drivetrain fault repairs in Taunton — fast, accurate diagnosis and repair of gear selection faults, linkage problems and drivetrain issues so you can change gears reliably and drive with confidence. If your vehicle struggles to select gears, slips out of gear, or shows driveline vibrations, we find the root cause and fix selector linkages, cables, actuators and related drivetrain components.

Why this service matters

Problems with gear selection or the drivetrain often show as poor shifting, noise or vibration — and leaving them can cause gearbox or differential damage. Fixing selector and drivetrain faults early saves time and money and restores safe, predictable driving.

What we inspect & repair

• Gear selector linkages & cables — wear, stretch, corrosion, adjustment.
  
  

• Shift forks & selector mechanisms — inspection and repair where accessible.
  
  

• Electronic shift actuators / shift-by-wire systems — sensors, motors and wiring checks.
  
  

• Clutch linkage and hydraulics — pedal, master/slave cylinders and release mechanisms that affect gear selection.
  
  

• Drivetrain components — driveshafts, CV joints, propshafts, universal joints and differential mounts that create vibration or interfere with shifting.
  
  

• Mounts & bushings — worn engine/gearbox mounts that misalign the drivetrain and cause poor gear engagement.
  
  

• Diagnostic & software checks for electronic faults affecting gear selection.
  
  

How we diagnose faults

• Road-test and symptom replication.
  
  

• Live data and fault code scanning for electronic faults.
  
  

• Visual inspection of linkages, mounts and driveline components.
  
  

• Mechanical checks for free play, binding or damage.
  
  

• Adjustment and test-recheck to ensure reliable selection.
  
  

Common symptoms customers report

• Difficulty engaging 1st or reverse gear.
  
  

• Gear lever feels loose, stiff or won’t return to neutral.
  
  

• Gear pops out under load.
  
  

• Gearbox engages but vehicle doesn’t move (linkage disconnect).
  
  

• Clunking, judder or vibration during gear changes.
  
  

• Intermittent loss of drive or error messages on dash.
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fix my electronic gear selector?
Yes — we diagnose sensors, actuators and wiring; many faults are repairable without full gearbox removal.

Are selector cable replacements expensive?
Costs vary by vehicle but replacement and adjustment are generally much cheaper than gearbox overhaul.

Will fixing a linkage problem solve jerky shifts?
Often yes — if the underlying gearbox internals are healthy. If not, we’ll advise the next steps.

Why choose MJ Auto Centre for selector & drivetrain faults

• Local expertise diagnosing mechanical and electronic selection faults.
  
  

• Clear, honest quotes and no unnecessary upsells.
  
  

• Repairs for cars and light vans with quality parts and careful testing.
  
  

• Convenient location in Bishops Lydeard serving Taunton.
  
  

Ready to get it checked?

Phone: 07542 084896
Address: Unit K, Dene Business Park, Dene Rd, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, TA4 3LQ
Email: mjautocentre@yahoo.com