2000 miles on my 2011 MCS. I have accidentally slipped out of third gear several times because when I drive, I like to rest my hand on the gears in anticipation of moving to 4th gear. I tried applying the same amount of pressure on all the other gears, and I can not replicate the issue. This is only when the car is driving in third gear. This happens even when I'm applying gas.

Anyone have any experience with this? I searched and did not find anything.

Thanks!

R56 2011 MCS.

 

I was always told to not rest your hand on the gear shift unless you're going to shift....

 

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Even when shifting you should not use more than your finger tips or the palm of your hand.

 

Don't do that - you'll either wear out the synchros or exactly what it's doing.

Put your hand on the steering wheel instead......