A manual transmission is difficult to shift but only when the outside temperature is below freezing (32 F or 0 C) . Technician A says that the brass blocking ring could be defective. Technician B says that incorrect gear lubricant could be the cause. Which technician is correct?

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Technician B is correct because using incorrect gear lubricant can cause a manual transmission to be difficult to shift, especially in cold temperatures. The lubricant may be too thick at low temperatures, hindering proper gear engagement.

A Manual Transmission Is Difficult to Shift but Only When