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Originally Posted by InnerDragon10
I've noticed I'm getting a 'chirp' noise whenever I shift into 5th gear (stick shift). Doesn't happen on any other shift. There's no difficulty in shifting; I don't think it's inside the gearbox. My guess is a bushing or joint or whatever on the shift linkage doesn't have enough grease and I'm getting metal to metal contact. Car's under warranty so I was planning on taking it in, but if it was an easy fix (smearing grease on something) I figure'd I'd just do it myself. Has anyone heard of this before?
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It's quite possible that lack of lube is the problem and it's fairly easy to get to the parts inside the cabin. If the problem is outside, you'll need a lift or ramps. I'd try some heavy grease (lithium?). It will probably be a big help to look at the FSM (link in my sig) - procedures to R&R console and lots of pretty drawings of the shifter mechanism.
Edit: If it a piece of plastic that is making the noise, I'd use Teflon or graphite spray.