How does a manual gearbox work?

Looking after your gearbox

A manual gearbox contains oil that is designed to lubricate parts and transfer heat away from the working components. There are no filters or cooling systems in a manual gearbox, so it's vital that the oil is changed at recommended intervals to remove contamination and replace 'worn out' oil.

Keeping your gearbox in good condition

Prolong the life of your gearbox

Severe damage or premature wear will occur if you do not use quality oils of the correct viscosity and type. Viscosity is a measure of how thick (high viscosity) or how thin (low viscosity) oil is. There are many types of gearbox oils; all suited to particular applications and gearbox types.

Gearbox failure prevention

From Gearbox Centre, Buckley

Worn shift levers, brushes, clutches and incorrect oils are all responsible for a significant number of gearbox failures, that means many failures are preventable. Regular servicing by professionals will ensure that these small problems are identified before they become a major expense. Contact us for a manual gearbox service.