Playful stickshift

Meanie · Post by **Meanie** » March 12th, 2006, 11:20 am

Get your mind out of th gutter with that subject line

My stickshift has become very loose in the last few years. When in gear, I can move it back and forth about 3 to 4 inches. The shifting hasn't been effected at all, and I wouldn't really be concerned about the play but now, at higher speeds, it rattles or more so, causes a loud buzzing sound. Therefore, it's time I resolve the problem.

So my question is...has anyone experienced this before or have an idea on the fix ? I'm assuming something fairly simple such as the bushings, but am hoping for someone with first hand experience.

Any help appreciated.

Thank you.

genesis2 · Post by **genesis2** » March 12th, 2006, 10:28 pm

Mine did the same thing,i change the shifter bushing and bolts (about 10$ Mazda dealer)
Really easy to change, it takes 10 minutes and it will be ready to go

corbanbrook · Post by **corbanbrook** » March 14th, 2006, 1:09 pm

I have the same problem, Here are more replies on the subject to help out.

http://www.mx-3.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=49558

Meanie · Post by **Meanie** » March 14th, 2006, 5:51 pm

Thanks for the replies. Where do we access the bushings? Under the car or inside with the boot and center console removed?

Thanks

corbanbrook · Post by **corbanbrook** » March 15th, 2006, 9:22 am

Gro Harlem has an excellent HOWTO on the subject on his website:

http://www.clubprotege.com/wil/howto/bushings/