raider89

I have a 2003 MT 90k, yeah I heard worst year for transmissions.

I normally let my car warm up 5 to 10 minutes before I drive it.

Windchill was -15 here today and when I didn't warm it up this morning when I pushed in the clutch it made like a grinding sound like when its spinning its hitting something else or not fulling disengaging or engaging. But went away when was warmed up.

I know of no maintenance on the car.

Opinions?


UPDATE: Guess these noises are for the most part normal from what I have read.

Zeldinio

I have an 03 with the MT out of a 2006. Mine does the same thing when it is under 20 degrees until it has time to warm up. I am unsure about what causes it, but it hasn't seemed to cause any damage.

I agree that they are mostly normal.

dkmura

iTrader: (64)

Has your Z ever received a tranny fluid change? Were you aware a change of the GL4 tranny fluid is mandated at 60K?

It's not hard to do and I'd recommend Redline MT85 as a replacement to help your shifting, cold or hot.

Spike100

I wouldn't be concerned.

I have a 2003 with 95k. My transmission was replaced at about 40K under warranty. I experience the same noise you describe when the temperature is less than 20F. The noise goes away quickly as the transmission warms.

PerfZ

iTrader: (3)

If it shifts OK then you have no problem. They are a bit noisy, especially when cold. FYI - my '03 Performance has 148,000 on it with original clutch and transmission. Minor grind going into 5th on occasion, only when shifting fast. I know its the syncro but I'll address that when the clutch finally gives way. Where in Ohio are you? www.zroc.org