3rd To 4th Gear Change

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Hi a'body - Have a bizarre problem with my Ma's Yaris with gear changes which I am really hoping that someone may be able to shed some light on...

It started about 2 weeks ago and I have only had the chance to drive it myself today to feel exactly what is happening... I shall explain as best I can...

With the engine off - The feel of all the gears is great. No stiffness or difficulty engaging whatsoever. Little clunks here and there but hey every gearbox does that!

With the engine running and car not in motion - Obviously clutch has to be disengaged and no stiffness whatsoever. Clutch bite in every gear is spot-on.

Once in motion - Every gear change is smooth with the exception of 3rd TO ANY GEAR. Going into 3rd from any other gear is absolutely fine. Did some slow movement

testing and I have come to the conclusion that there is a serious issue DIS-ENGAGING 3rd gear. I'll elaborate a bit more - Even moving at 10Mph in 3rd gear, I fully

dis-engage the clutch and when I start to pull the gear lever down from 3rd I can feel the distinct vibration of the gear shafts fully engaged and they only dis-engage

after what the Neutral position should be hence I do need to apply a bit more force to get into any other gear ONLY FROM 3rd... The more I think about it, the more

convinced I am becoming that the gearbox needs replacing. Already had the car in a local garage that said they cannot fix it and unfortunately my dad is of the opinion

that run it until it breaks which I don't agree as my Ma needs her car as she doesn't live in the city and public transport around here? Eh - What transport...???

If need be - I'll buy the replacement gearbox and fit it myself...

Just to add - Gearbox mileage 114000Miles (Yes, I know! That's good going!!!) Checked over gearbox cable links (Inside and Outside) - All OK, Very little corrosion.

Any suggestions would be most welcome...

Big shout to any Toyota Fan!!! My favourite motor was an 1986 Diamond White Corolla GT - Awesome fun!!! Miss it!