Changing Transmission Oil

[KellyC]

Originally Posted by Bladecutter

Try changing the front engine mount first, if it hasn't been done yet.
Some people notice easier shifting from first to second after replacing the engine mount.

BC.

Thanks! I'll try that for sure. I've only had this car since November, and it's under a cover in my garage until spring, so I have plenty of time to change gear oil AND the engine mount.

[Spinnaker]

The second gear grind is a common problem with the 6 speed tranny.
Mine was terrible when I got the Boxster three years ago, and would even pop out of gear sometimes. Replacing the front mount improve things tremendously, but did not eliminate it. Still get a grind, but only occasionally. I have started to pause a little between the 1-2 shift to let the gears match speed more before sticking it into 2nd. This seems to help a lot and I always double clutch when down shifting. I have a 107k on the car, 2000 S .