Is your 7MT manual transmission making grinding / scraping noise too? Spreadsheet, Video and all resources for rotational scraping noise in the 7MT's

[Tricky Dick]

Maybe I'm just extra sensitive to it now, but it seems like mine is getter louder every day. I still have to strain to hear it over the engine/tires while in motion, but neutral is pretty bad. I'm going to take it in this week to at least get it documented.

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[I3lackRose]

I really appreciate the convenience and organization of this thread for tracking & diagnosing the issue. I picked up my Bronco in early October and live in SE Michigan, where it has been below 50 much of the time since I purchased. My Bronco definitely fits the criteria, but like many others, I did not think much of it as it has made the sound since I purchased it. My Bronco also has some unresolved issues with its hardtop, so it will be interesting to see how all this pans out.

Thanks so much for the positive review. If you come across any information you deem valuable please share. The purpose of starting this thread is not to complain..we love our Broncos. However it is apparent many of us will need service.

 

[I3lackRose]

I would like to include a normal sounding Bronco 7MT without the issue.

ANYONE WANT TO PROVIDE A VIDEO SO I CAN ADD IT TO THE ORIGINAL THREAD PLEASE SHARE!

 

[I3lackRose]

Maybe I'm just extra sensitive to it now, but it seems like mine is getter louder every day. I still have to strain to hear it over the engine/tires while in motion, but neutral is pretty bad. I'm going to take it in this week to at least get it documented.

Drive in 1st and 2nd and R super slow on mine produces the noise and it's obvious also when I'm clutch down and moving slowly. 3rd I hear it faintly but more so 8 think quieter because road noise drowns it out. 4,5,6 quiet as can be IMO.

 

[Classic28]

Maybe I'm just extra sensitive to it now, but it seems like mine is getter louder every day. I still have to strain to hear it over the engine/tires while in motion, but neutral is pretty bad. I'm going to take it in this week to at least get it documented.

Mine has definitely gotten louder also. I’m getting noise every once in a while after warmed up now.

 

[thesocalexplorer]

I would like to include a normal sounding Bronco 7MT without the issue.

ANYONE WANT TO PROVIDE A VIDEO SO I CAN ADD IT TO THE ORIGINAL THREAD PLEASE SHARE!

Here's a video of mine, which mostly doesn't have the grinding sound. It's at high idle just after cold starting.

 

[I3lackRose]

Here's a video of mine, which mostly doesn't have the grinding sound. It's at high idle just after cold starting.

Thanks for this! Should be helpful for those who keep saying manuals are just noisy which is not true.

 

[BassMaster]

Spreadsheet for tracking logistics and resolution
Please do not sort or manipulate the original, export the data. If for some reason the spreadsheet has been accidently modified DM me and I can restore it from automated backup.

The purpose of this thread is to help those who are just beginning or may already be experiencing a scraping noises with the 7 speed manual transmission. All material is centrally located to help organize all resources. Please feel free to request any additional links be added.


This is my 2022 2.3L 7MT 2500 miles as of 1/12/2023

This video is best viewed with headphones. The sound produced can be heard much better but it can be heard without as well. There are a large number of brand new Ford Bronco experiencing these issues of scraping noise in the 7MT. The noise may vary in severity based on environmental temps below 50*F. Please share and use the links below to help us get our Broncos fixed!

Spreadsheet for tracking logistics and resolution

What a good Bronco sounds like

Join the forum discussion

Take the Feedback Poll "Does you Bronco make the noise?"

Images of Damage That is Likely Associated to The Noise (5th & 6th Synchronizing Gears)

Related TSB (TSB 22-2371) information issued12/13/2022

Public Article from Ford Authority


Things to test
1. Start vehicle after cold soak of >12hrs and allow to idle with clutch out in neutral(Heater and radio off)

A. Do you hear bubbles/grinding/scraping/rocks?​

B. Near the transmission case under vehicle is it louder? (MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS NOT IN GEAR)​

2 . If noise is present

A. What is environment temps? 50*F and below is where most report the noise​

B. Does it come and go with warming up and driving?​

C. Is it always present?​

D. If you leave car in neutral and clutch out, put slightly in 6th position.​

a. Does noise disappear?​

b. Does it reappear after back in neutral?​

3. Drive slowly 5-10mph. in 1st and 2nd. Do you hear scraping?

A. While slow rolling with clutch pressed and in gear, do you hear scraping?​

B. Hear it In reverse?​

4. Do you have any burning smells? (May not be related)

Additional videos examples
Mine making the noise 20ft+ away the noise is secondary to the engine idle,
From down below
Near the Front Tire
Near the pedals
In and Out

Contacted the dealer today about setting up the repair and was told most parts are on back order until late February/early March timeframe. Guess I’ll drive till it goes and tow it in.

 

[Tricky Dick]

I made an appointment, soonest they could see me was 2/21.

 

[SPITmadFIRE]

I’m hoping I get a call from my service advisor in a couple days to let me know that my parts have arrived, fingers crossed

 

[I3lackRose]

Contacted the dealer today about setting up the repair and was told most parts are on back order until late February/early March timeframe. Guess I’ll drive till it goes and tow it in.

Yup that's what we are all getting. Mine have been on order almost 4 weeks and still no ETA

 

[Nelson Negron]

added this to the main page as additional examples

Here's another clip from yesterday - 47 degrees out

 

[I3lackRose]

Tried to get us on the 2023 car and truck post but they took it down.

 

[Save The Manuals]

Dropping off at the dealership tomorrow evening for diagnosis Thursday

 

[BassMaster]

Dropping off at the dealership tomorrow evening for diagnosis Thursday

My parts were ordered on Monday
Dealer told me they were back ordered until late February or early March
Of course they say it’s ok to drive because lemon law in NC kicks in if it’s out of service 20 business days in a 12 month period.
Good luck to you …fingers crossed they figure this out

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