- Low transmission fluid: Check the transmission fluid level and add more if necessary.
- Bad clutch master cylinder: The clutch master cylinder is responsible for sending hydraulic pressure to the clutch slave cylinder, which disengages the clutch. A bad clutch master cylinder will not be able to generate enough pressure to disengage the clutch, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
- Bad clutch slave cylinder: The clutch slave cylinder is responsible for actuating the clutch, which disengages the transmission from the engine. A bad clutch slave cylinder will not be able to move the clutch, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
- Worn clutch disc: The clutch disc is the part of the clutch that actually engages with the flywheel. A worn clutch disc will slip, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
- Bad pressure plate: The pressure plate is the part of the clutch that holds the clutch disc against the flywheel. A bad pressure plate will not be able to hold the clutch disc against the flywheel, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
- Bent shift fork: The shift fork is the part of the transmission that moves the gears into place. A bent shift fork will not be able to move the gears into place, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
- Bad synchronizer: The synchronizer is the part of the transmission that helps the gears mesh smoothly. A bad synchronizer will not be able to help the gears mesh smoothly, causing the transmission to not go into first gear.
Solution:
If you are unable to fix the problem yourself, you will need to take your car to a mechanic for repairs.
