Ford Mondeo Grinding Noise From Gearbox — Worn Synchromesh
Ford
Mondeo
2007
All manual
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
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Safety Impact
Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent
Urgency Level
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A grinding noise when changing gear on Mondeo Mk4 manual indicates worn synchromesh rings, most commonly on second and third gear. Early stage: use quality gear oil. Advanced wear requires gearbox rebuild or replacement at £600-1,200.
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