Hi everybody from the depths of sunny Essex by the sea.

Well, I am hoping someone will be able to point me in the right direction please.

I have a Diesel Skoda Felicia Combi 1999 model and the 5th gear makes a terrible whining noise when engaged.

I've been told this is a common fault and that a DIY repair is possible, by taking off the end plate of the gearbox and re-securing the nut which holds fifth gear in its place.

If this is so can anyone advise me as to what torque to apply to the nut securing the fifth gear cog and does the nut 'pinch' into a groove which I believe is on the main shaft?

Any guidance would be most appreciated.

Thanks

Barry

Hi and welcome to the forums Barry.

The search function on this site is pretty comprehensive and you'd be able to find the answer to your query using it i'm sure.

But since im a nice guy http://briskoda.net/favorit-felicia-fun-forman/noise-fifth-gear/79018/

couple more

http://briskoda.net/favorit-felicia-fun-forman/5th-gear-whining-nut-episode-3647459-o/117784/

http://briskoda.net/favorit-felicia-fun-forman/whining-5th-gear-my-fun/112617/

http://briskoda.net/favorit-felicia-fun-forman/5th-gear-noise-problem/106762/

Welcome to Briskoda Barry!

We're a friendly bunch and always willing to help here.

Hope you enjoy the site.

Cheers

Davy

Hello from sunny Kent.

Hello and welcome.

Hello and Welcome.

In my expeience, 5th Gear noise is usually made either my Needles revving something or VBH squealing. (sorry)

Welcome

Hello and Welcome.

In my expeience, 5th Gear noise is usually made by VBH squealing. (sorry)

You say that like it's a bad thing? :confused:

You say that like it's a bad thing? :confused:

Sadly, its usually over some piece of exotic automotive engineering rather than, well use your imagination.

Sadly, its usually over some piece of exotic automotive engineering rather than, well use your imagination.

She is married (and to someone on Top Gear at that) (Source Radio Times 1/11/08 to 7/11/08).

welcome