geartronic oil change No 2

alan48 · Jan 27th, 2016, 10:19

Hi Guys

I have a question if anyone can help, Ive changed the fluid on my geartronic box twice, did last change a couple of days ago, both times box was brilliant,
like new, but this last time after about 100 miles or so its started clunking again when changing up and sometimes when changing down, same thing happened last time.
So the question is has the box got a fundamental fault or do i just keep changing the oil till its right.
Inccidently its in at the main dealers today for a service, software update and health check, be interesting to see what they say.
Alao for what its worth, when i bought the car the dealer (dodgy0 gave me 1 years warranty direct cover, wondering if I could blag a repair out of them or are these policies not worth the paper they are written on.
Your views would be much appreciated.
thank you all in advance.

V70 D5 2006 105667miles.

NeilL1968 · Jan 27th, 2016, 11:02

Just a question, what fluid did you use?

alan48 · Jan 27th, 2016, 11:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeilL1968

Just a question, what fluid did you use?

jws 3309 as recommended by guys on here, used same fluid last change as well.
Both times after a great start went back to usual within a 100 or so miles.
cheers
Alan

savabill · Jan 27th, 2016, 12:50

What colour fluid is coming out when you drain? The new fluid cleans the crud from inside the box. Further drain and refills might be necessary.

alan48 · Jan 27th, 2016, 12:55

Hi Bill
Well same as last time, oil was dark but didn't smell burnt.
Flushed through 12 litres and it came out nice and pink and clear.
You could be right. Might need another flush.
Cheers
Alan

Tannaton · Jan 27th, 2016, 18:39

I wouldn't have thought that a third flush would be needed - usually one does it. Unfortunately these gearboxes getting "bad manners" when warmed up is a symptom of slowly degenerating failure. If you have a warranty on the car then get it reported a.s.a.p. to maximise your chances of getting something.

karlywoo · Jan 28th, 2016, 17:22

Just a thought after a fluid change the gearbox ecu parameters should be reset as i,m told by my workshop, and each time the car gear changes have improved, did you do this?

alan48 · Jan 29th, 2016, 13:17

No I didn't, was in for a service with dealer but they didn't know I had changed trans oil and doubt they would have done it as a matter of course.
Whats involved can you tell me please.

ronmanager · Jan 29th, 2016, 15:43

We had those exact same symptoms on ours (decelerating with a terrible clunk and lurch once warm) and we ended up having it rebuilt. Expensive at £2200 but now as new and has added 100k more miles to its life.

Sounds like changing fluid is not going to solve your problems

Horton · Jan 29th, 2016, 21:14

If it's the later six speed TF80 gearbox, which it could be, I would suggest your issue is with the valve body - is it worse when it's warm?

Jan 27th, 2016, 10:19	#1
alan48 I've Been Banned Last Online: Jul 30th, 2017 20:18 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: york	geartronic oil change No 2 Hi Guys I have a question if anyone can help, Ive changed the fluid on my geartronic box twice, did last change a couple of days ago, both times box was brilliant, like new, but this last time after about 100 miles or so its started clunking again when changing up and sometimes when changing down, same thing happened last time. So the question is has the box got a fundamental fault or do i just keep changing the oil till its right. Inccidently its in at the main dealers today for a service, software update and health check, be interesting to see what they say. Alao for what its worth, when i bought the car the dealer (dodgy0 gave me 1 years warranty direct cover, wondering if I could blag a repair out of them or are these policies not worth the paper they are written on. Your views would be much appreciated. thank you all in advance. V70 D5 2006 105667miles.

Jan 27th, 2016, 12:50	#4
savabill Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 15:25 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: doncaster	What colour fluid is coming out when you drain? The new fluid cleans the crud from inside the box. Further drain and refills might be necessary. __________________ Only My Opinion: Good luck. Bill NOW 59 REG 2.5T V70 Ice White SOLD 55 REG T5 V70 Ruby Red

Jan 27th, 2016, 18:39	#6
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 00:19 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	I wouldn't have thought that a third flush would be needed - usually one does it. Unfortunately these gearboxes getting "bad manners" when warmed up is a symptom of slowly degenerating failure. If you have a warranty on the car then get it reported a.s.a.p. to maximise your chances of getting something. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135

Jan 28th, 2016, 17:22	#7
karlywoo Member Last Online: Apr 3rd, 2017 21:46 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Norwich	Reset ecu Just a thought after a fluid change the gearbox ecu parameters should be reset as i,m told by my workshop, and each time the car gear changes have improved, did you do this?

Jan 27th, 2016, 11:02	#2
NeilL1968 Junior Member Last Online: Aug 8th, 2016 15:09 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: High Halstow	Just a question, what fluid did you use?

Jan 27th, 2016, 12:55	#5
alan48 I've Been Banned Last Online: Jul 30th, 2017 20:18 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: york	Hi Bill Well same as last time, oil was dark but didn't smell burnt. Flushed through 12 litres and it came out nice and pink and clear. You could be right. Might need another flush. Cheers Alan

Jan 29th, 2016, 13:17	#8
alan48 I've Been Banned Last Online: Jul 30th, 2017 20:18 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: york	No I didn't, was in for a service with dealer but they didn't know I had changed trans oil and doubt they would have done it as a matter of course. Whats involved can you tell me please.

Jan 29th, 2016, 15:43	#9
ronmanager Member Last Online: May 7th, 2024 12:16 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Catford	We had those exact same symptoms on ours (decelerating with a terrible clunk and lurch once warm) and we ended up having it rebuilt. Expensive at £2200 but now as new and has added 100k more miles to its life. Sounds like changing fluid is not going to solve your problems

Jan 29th, 2016, 21:14	#10
Horton Senior Member Last Online: May 19th, 2024 13:03 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oxford	If it's the later six speed TF80 gearbox, which it could be, I would suggest your issue is with the valve body - is it worse when it's warm?

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