2001 Hyundai Accent falling out of 5th gear

2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT
89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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HPIZARRO
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What do I need to do or have looked at if my 5th gear disengages while driving.
Mar 18, 2010 at 4:39 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like there is an internal problem with a syncronizer. Also, before having that taken apart, have you checked to make sure the linkage is not loose and it isn't entirely in 5th gear and just pops out?
May 21, 2010 at 3:51 PM
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