I need help to figure out what is wrong with my trans/clutch

Question

i am a 2001 kia optima and i just got the clutch replaced on it with 80,000 milles. the trans shifted pretty good up to the time i got the clutch replaced but ever since i got the clutch done i have been having trouble shifting gears when i first start out.

The first problem occurs when the shift k**b is still in neutral and i have trouble getting the stick to go back in forth when it is still in neutral. it feels like something is blocking it from moving.

the second problem comes when i am driving, when i first start driving it is really hard to shift and i cant down shift untill i am stopped. but after driving for awhile all the kinks seem to work themselves out but as soon as the car sits for a little bit all the problems are back.

so what i am trying to ask is if anyone knows if it would be a trans problem or was the clutch messed up when it was put in?

Answer 1

You just need to have them adjust the clutch again, you have to much free play. It should be quick and easy.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

Sounds like a clutch problem to me. I assume you had it replaced at a reputable repair facility and have a warranty. I would take it back and explain what's going on and I am sure they will take care of it no charge.

Answer 3

Sounds like a clutch too me.Or they forgot to put oil in the transmission.

Answer 4

Sounds like the shifter needs a simple alignment or at worst alignment and new bushings. Not a big deal. The people who did the clutch should definitely eat the labor to fix this. If it needs bushings, you should pay for that. I suggest you let them tell you what's wrong. It may also be a minor clutch adjustment, but it sounds like linkage.