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If your vehicle is experiencing difficulty shifting gears or the gears keep slipping, it may be due to a worn shift fork. Learn to recognize the warning signs and how to maintain it, along with tips on selecting high-quality replacement parts.

■ What Is a Shift Fork and Its Role in a Manual Transmission?
The shift fork moves the synchronizer hub to engage the gear at the desired ratio. It plays a crucial role in smooth gear changes and directly affects the lifespan of the gears inside the transmission.

■ Common Warning Signs of a Failing Shift Fork
1. Difficulty shifting or clunking noise – A “clunk” or “grinding” sound while shifting may indicate that the fork’s ends are worn.
2. Gears pop out – When the gear slips back to neutral, it can be due to a bent or twisted shift fork.
3. No resistance in the gear lever – If the gear lever feels loose or “empty” when moved, the fork’s mounting points may have loosened or broken.
4. Constant gear grinding – This may be caused by misalignment preventing the gears from locking in place.

■ Factors That Cause Premature Shift Fork Failure
・ Aggressive or forceful shifting
・ Low-quality materials
・ Incorrect or insufficient transmission fluid lubrication
・ Manufacturing tolerances out of specification

■ Inspection and Maintenance Guidelines
・ Check that the fork’s ends are not chipped, bent, or broken
・ Use precision measuring tools to check tolerances
・ Ensure all mounting points are tight
・ Clean off oil residue and metal debris
・ Replace the part according to the transmission maintenance schedule

■ Recommended Product: Shift Fork from Siam Asahi Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Ideal for users requiring high precision and durability in manual transmission systems for cars, trucks, agricultural vehicles, and industrial machinery.
Key Features:
・ CNC machining and forging for minimal tolerance variation
・ High-quality alloy steel tested for tensile and impact strength
・ Wear-resistant and suitable for high-RPM applications
・ Every unit passes ISO quality inspections

For those seeking a high-quality component to ensure long-term transmission stability, this product is a reliable choice.

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