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Does it feel a bit notchy when changing from 1st to 2nd?
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Replace transmission oil

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Edit: Either way, I would suggest changing the transmission oil.
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Does it feel a bit notchy when changing from 1st to 2nd?
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Edit: Either way, I would suggest changing the transmission oil.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hello all - first time post, so please bear with... I have had my 1999 996 C2 cabriolet for a few months and, as a first Porsche experience, it has been rather wonderful. Only problem with the car so far is a difficulty in engaging 2nd gear on a downshift if the revs are above c. 2000, which they often will be, of course. Ive read of a possibly related problem with popping out of 2nd, but that is not an issue. Does anyone here have any experience of this and of fixes?

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Welcome Julian! It sounds like the 2nd gear synchromesh might be worn. Does it feel a bit notchy when changing from 1st to 2nd? Edit: Either way, I would suggest changing the transmission oil. Mobilube 1 SHC 75w-90 seems a popular choice for your circumstances. If that doesn't improve it, then I would get it looked at by an indy.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks, Richard. Service coming up so will give that a whirl then and see if that helps.

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