Clutch

[rovermac]

Hi, I recently bought a MF 290. In high range I cannot shift gears. I need to turn off the motor, shift, then start up. In low range shifting is possible but at times the gears grind. Any idea what is happening?

 

[WilliamTO-35]

Perhaps your clutch is not disengaging entirely. It could be a linkage adjustment issue. When the gears grind, do you have an implement such as a mower blade still spinning the PTO, which will cause the grinding problem. Lastly, the synchros or shift dogs in the transmission could be worn. Is the transmission full of the proper fluid ?

 

[rovermac]

The PTO turns even when disengaged, when I am in1st gear. It is now attached to a snow blower. However, if I start up the tractor in 3rd gear it does not spin when disengaged.