Ford Ranger & Mazda BT50 Transmission Service
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- In this video I will service a Ford Ranger/Mazda BT50 6 speed transmission. Because of the thermostatic valve there is no flow to the transmission cooler until 90'C plus making a typical transmission flush very difficult. In this video I changed about 7.5 litres of fluid.
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The simplicity in the way you talk during these tutorials is second to none. Clear and precise. Good work
This would honestly have to be one of the best tutorials I've seen.
Very nice and very well explained. Thanks so much for your very informative videos buddy, more power to you. You're a neighbor that every car owner wants.
Thanks for the comment. Happy to be of some help.
Thanks for your great informative videos. Great work and very well explained. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the comment. Got a video planned for this weekend of changing the Diff Fluid, be sure to watch out for it.
Great vid mate, gave me a good insight into how it's all supposed to be done. Cheers.
No problem 👍
Hope this is ok to post on here when I did mine I used a hollow tube in a U shape and connected a tube and 1 way hand oil pump and emptied the sump through the dipstick hole before dropping the pan
Saves a lot of mess and then used the same to fill it back up made the job a lot easier and cleaner
I think it's an excellent idea to pre drain the fluid before dropping the pan to reduce the mess, thumbs up for sharing. Thanks for the comment.
Great work as usual. Mine is 2013 BT50 auto pushing 100k and towed 3 ton van for approx 35k, so not dissimilar to example used. Looks pretty messy so probably use a pro. Access to tools can be a problem with some jobs also. Really appreciate your time and effort. Bloody good job mate.
Yep it was messy (and I didn't show the spill on the floor) thanks for the comment
Top video mate, clear and concise info with great footage.
Much appreciated!
Great videos as usual I always like how you go into depth with all your videos and also let people know what tools and socket or spanner sizes that will need to be ready before undertaking the job thanks again for sharing although I might get a mechanic to do this one on my Ranger as I they can check the whole gearbox out for me as I always tow a dual axle trailer and want to make sure the gearbox is still in good condition.
Thanks for the comment. Cheers
Thanks mate ive just done my trans and the info provided worked great
Awesome, glad it went well for you.
I just bought a Mazda BT50 2015 model, loving it :)
Great & very informative details . Luv that ,dude!
Thanks, glad to help.
Is it a manual transmission gearbox or auto
Thank you. The video and comments below have been really helpful. And I literally now hate the mechanics that have been touching my car.
glad to help
Thanks for explaining everything mate! Best video out there no experience needed just listen! 🤙🏼
Thanks for your excellent video and explaining so good like a great teacher
No problem. Hope it helps. Thanks for the comment.
Congrats on a awesome Channel 👍
thanks for the comment
This seems more thorough than a tafe video from a few years back;)
Fantastic!! Thanks for the comment.
thank you for this video, now I am ready to change my transmission oil :)
Glad it helped
Awesome video mate. Well explained was a big help.
Glad to hear it!
Excellent job... well explained !!! thank you !
thanks
Very thorough, very good!
Bloody good video mate!
I remember hearing that there's an after market auto trans extended filler tube and dipstick which brings it up under the bonnet like most cars. Have searched around but can't find anything. Pity, what a terrible place for a dipstick. Great videos.
Yeah dumb ass idea but typical in this day n age.. undoing the dipstick could allows dirt or stones to fall into the transmission if you were only just checking the level
The 2.0 bi turbo engine has a atf dipstick that's accessible under the bonnet
Fabulous vid mate, thankyou
Fantastic, thanks SO much for this video 🤙
No problem 👍
Excellent review! I have 77k on mine but after seeing this I really don't want to change the transmission fluid. I cannot believe Ford let such a poor design pass for the Ranger. No drain plug, no dipstick that extends to the engine compartment for periodic checks topped off with putting it where the mechanics hand has to contact the exhaust. And then, after all that the final insult is that the motor needs to be running when you check it as the exhaust gets red hot.
It really is a terrible design. I believe the reason behind it is from a marketing perspective. That can say/advertise that the transmission never needs servicing and they provide no obvious service points. Through testing they probably get 95%+ of the transmissions to last beyond 5 or 6 years and then it's outside the warranty period. It provides no assurance to the buyer of the car later down the road. I strongly believe that servicing (fresh fluid and a new filter) will really help the transmission to last a long time. Thanks for the comment.
@@killawattgarage Sounds about right and since nothing significant has changed on the transmission, the fluid must be changed.
@@killawattgarage my local dealer looked shocked when i asked for service parts for the gear box saying they are sealed for life ....... yeh rite mechanical moving parts need lubrication as any engineer worth his salt will tell you ...... trust me i gave the dealer a lesson in preventative maintinance . w ---kers.
@@rjkism I believe the manual lists a fluid change at around 240,000km. I believe by these km's they will be wanting to sell you a new car.
Just did this tonight. I can confirm using a vacuum pump to drain the oil before hand made this job so much less messier. I didn't even spill a drop from the pan as i was removing it. I noticed I only got out 5.7L of fluid including the fluid in the old filter. This confirms my suspicion mazda under filled it. I also had some larger chunks of metal in the box and filter and i took video evidence in case i should need it. I have yet to check the fluid and do a final top up, that's for tomorrow. Looking forward to a better shifting box. Thanks for your help on this.
Awesome work and thanks for sharing the tip
How much fluid did you put back in?
@@marcusbarnes5929 about another litre or two on top of what I drained. When refilling full the box up until oil starts coming out the fill hole. Start the car take it for a drive then check the fluid when running. It should drop when hot and then u use the dip stick to check the level.
One thing to note is that this doesn't drain all the oil. To completely drain the Trans as you know you also need to drain the torque converter which can be done if you have the correct flushing machine or you have a aftermarket trans cooler by removing the return line. Best to have a second person if removing the return line.
Again a great video though.
@@benkeddie6399Even if you had an aftermarket trans cooler it wouldn't help you. The factory box has a thermostat valve that is temperature operated. It doesn't allow the trans fluid to circulate around the trans cooler until it hits a certain temp. If you removed that and put in a bypass valve then the procedure you mentioned would be correct in draining the entire fluid properly.
love your video's....cheers
Thanks for the Vid. What i have done to aid the installation of the sump tray and new gasket is to make 25 -50mm dowels [ eg , bolts with heads cut off ] with a slot cut into the end so as to make them easy to screw out.
By using studs like this you can align gasket and sump perfectly before lifting that final bit into position. Fit most of the bolts , remove studs , fit final bolts and all done
Nice tip, thanks for sharing
Great Vid Buddy
Thank you for the video mate. Don’t understand why transmission pans don’t have drain plugs. Must be a very good reason for this. Would make draining the oil far less messy. Cheers
you can easily install one yourself.
Great informative video
thanks for the comment
Thanks you are the best😘😘😘😘😘
No problem, thanks for the comment.
Very good thanks
Hey mate, this video was brilliant! Great footage and really clear commentary and steps. I'll check through the comments section to see what others are saying, but my 2017 XLT Ranger has just developed a bit of slipping in the transmission. I tow a van (1200kg) and use the sport shift mode. I noticed the slipping on the weekend while towing up a long hill in 4th gear at 2500rpm. So, I'm getting Ford to look at it next week (2 years warranty remaining), but I'm reading/hearing that Ford possibly won't come to the party under warranty and that they regard the whole transmission as "sealed". So, I'm looking into whether I can do this myself or whether it's off to an automatic transmission service. I'll be keen to check out your other videos. Cheers!
Take it to Ford first and see what they say, first. A fluid change is a good thing and 'may' fix the problem but it's an easy point for them to not honour the warranty should they see fresh fluid.
im having the same issue with my 2017 panger. in 4th gear towing a van usually uphill the tranny feels like its slipping at around 2500rpm. what was the outcome of yours?
@@pimpinwilly it ended up being a faulty exhaust gas temperature (EGT) sensor. It was reading incorrectly and the computer then pulled fuel out of the mix very briefly/intermittently. This is what made it feel and sound like the transmission was slipping. I had a terrible customer service experience with a Ford service centre here in Newcastle. Long story, but I ended up contacting Ford Customer Care and they were awesome. Amazingly, there is a dedicated Ranger team. When you phone the Customer Care number, it's one of the line options to select! One of the problems that led to the poor experience with the local Service Centre and then the battle to get it sorted, was that they couldn't replicate the issue in the workshop and that a faulty EGT sensor won't always produce a fault code. However, I specifically asked them if it could be the issue, but was told no. They were a bunch of douches about it, but that's another story. It turns out that faulty EGT sensors are known as an issue. Not necessarily a regular issue, but enough that when people are reporting the sort of things that we have, the EGT sensor should be looked into. Since the sensor was replaced, it's been running perfect. Sorry for the essay, but hope this helps. I might try to look up your contact info and give you a call to mention other things that might help when you go to get it looked at.
very well explain, tq
No problem, thanks for the comment
Seeing this makes me glad I have a manual. Wow.
well said video and covered all required, it is a shame they don't have a drainage bung tho
Thank you.
You're welcome!
just did a fluid change, sucked old out though the fill hole. on my bt-50 there's plenty of space between transmission and exhaust, I had no problem at all checking the level when it's hot. I actually like this design much more than a long dipstick tube as I never been able to ensure the correct level with a long tube which is all messy after using it for filling as well. With a different exhaust it'd be another story for sure I guess.
Good job mate! Just a quick question for d ford ranger .... what sort of transmission oil did u use here ? Thanks!
Thankyou heaps for your videos we have learnt a lot we deal with a lot of xr6 and xr8 if you have any videos on these please let us know thankyou
Thanks, will do.
Thanks!!! Finally!!
You're welcome!
Very well explained video. Thank you for sharing. Just curious, is this a automatic transmission?
Yes, it is
Love your videos for the ranger. Question I assume it's the same for a 6 speed manual.
Great vid. Is this the same for 2wd 2.2L diesel px ranger 6sp auto?
Hey there mate appreciate the videos very easy to understand. Is this the same for the px2 do you know?
Hey Mate! Great video! Very helpful.
Not sure if I missed it in the video or the comments but what transmission fluid did you replace it with??
Besides for the brand what specs did the transmission ask for?
Thanks in advance! :)
I used Penrite ATF Multivehicle LV. It is a full synthetic low viscosity automatic transmission fluid that meets the requirements of Ford MERCON®-LV and GM Dexron®-Vl specifications.
Killa Watt Garage Noted. Thanks! Cheers
How long would that job take you on a ranger xlt 2014? This is a great video and has given me a much better understanding of what my local Ford company allegedly did to my car.
Fitted a drain plug to mine now, makes it so much easier to drop pan.
Champion effort - Well done.
How.did you do that I am.keen to do this also
@@crisspybacon3144 sorry mate didn't see this. I dropped pan and added a BnM drain plug to lowest part of pan. Just helps when doing service. I'll take some pics and add.
www.4wd.com/p/bm-drain-plug-kit-transmission-oil-pan-drain-plug/1807
I used copper washers not the nylon ones that come with the drain plug. Drill 13 mm or .50 in hole in the front part of the lowest part of pan that houses the filter pickup. Looks like a dimple in middle of pan.
Great work but where online can I purchase the filter and gasket
Hi. Awesome video is this the same for ford ranger 2007 3.0 turbo diesel automatic? Thank you in advance
Hey mate! Great video! About to tackle this on the weekend. Did you use Ford Genuine parts or Supercheap/Repco filter and gasket?
I used genuine just for the video, but I would be happy to used Repco brand
@@killawattgarage Last one I did I priced genuine against Repco and found the Genuine ford to be the cheapest option by a good margin
I've got a Dec 2007 PJ Ford Ranger 5 speed Auto model and there's a drain plug in mine, must be a after market pan maybe?
Great Job great video. I watched a video where he flushed the transmission with 5 Ltrs of new oil fisrt. What is you opinion on that ??
Hai, i have ranger 3.2 2015, want to ask, for get correct level transmission fluid must start engine, gear N, and the fluid should be at upper B while idling.. Right?
Hello, when you are checking the fluid level. I see you are running the engine but are you in park of drive. While I have the sump off I might also tig weld a socket on so I can put a drain plug for next time to save on mess
Check while in Park. Adding a drain plug is a smart idea. Thanks for the question.
I dunno if you check comments but can you please confirm the px1 6MT has does not have a oil filter?
I’m assuming it doesn’t but there’s very little information online
Hola consulta, que viscosidad de aceite le colocan a la Ranger motor 2.2 caja 6 velocidades?
G'day Mr Killa Watt,
I ordered a 'Wesfil Cooper' transmission filter kit and was surprised to see it came with a rubber gasket, not the metal gasket in your video. Would I need to use silicon as well or without at the same 11nm torque settings?
Or should I reuse or re order a metal gasket?
Many thanks👍
Definitely no silicon! The metal one can be reused but it's not a situation that I would want to reuse. The complete rubber one will be fine, and I would still aim for the 11Nm.
thx
glad to help.
Hey. Mate just want to ask its the same for the manual transmission????
Whats the oil spec for the 2.2 MZCD 4WD AUTOMATIC BT50
Hello, question, what oil viscosity do you put in the Ranger 2.2 6-speed box engine?
Dude love your videos just changed my life. Do you have a patreon i could give some money to. Thanks so much 👌
Haha. Glad it helped. No I don't have patreon use the cash to buy more tools.
@@killawattgarage cheers mate. I have a pk ranger also i couldnt find any info or videos on it and failed trying to take the sump off the box 😞
@@killawattgarage your a legend. New sub.
I worked for the Blue oval for ten years, never surprised to see a service item in a crap spot.
Why the exhaust or dip stick is not located on the other side of the vehicle ??
Can you do one on the Alternator pleease
What year is this please I have a 2008
Nice video, quick question, I have a 2013 3.2l auto gearbox ranger with 150k km on the dash. Gear changes are jerky and sometimes stuck in first especially when first driving. Drivetrain light comes on intermitently and resets after a few mins with engine off. Do you think changing transmission oil and filter would be a good idea?
It would be a really good start. Often these issues can be fixed with a filter and fluid change
Am having the same issue. Did changing oil and filter help?
How much oil should be used for a 2019 Ranger 3.2?
Is this the same 6 speed transmission that ford Everest 2.2L is using? Thanks for the video, very simple and informative
Yep, same transmission.
@@killawattgarage thanks a lot for the reply
What genius designed that lol
Thanks Mr Ford
I did my auto fluid (no filter) at 30,000km, it had plenty of junk on the magnet.
Funny thing was previously the auto ran at 105-115 deg c on average, now it sits
nicely at 92-98 deg c even with 2-3 ton towing behind it. Only thing different is the part fluid change...Maybe mazda from new did not fill it enough? Now at 53K still same lower operating temps.
I have heard of a number of people say that they believe the boxes weren't filled from factory. The lower fluid temp is a huge bonus. Thanks for the comment.
Can I ask What are you using to see your tranz temp.
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@@tidakadaideThankyou
What brand oil did you use in the transmission? For the lower temps?
Is this the same for a 2018 ford ranger? Thanks
I've got a vacuum pump that I use for when I bleed my brakes. I was thinking of modifying it so that I can use it with a 2L bottle instead of the small 250ml container that comes with it. I was going to get some clear tube and simply drain the fluid from the dipstick hole before dropping the pan and replacing the filter to reduce the mess this job makes. Do you reckon that idea will work?
Oh and what Auto trans fluid did you end up using? Mercon LV? Where did you end up buying it from?
Yes draining some fluid out the dipstick hole first will make it less messy. I used Penrite (www.penriteoil.com.au/products/atf-lv-full-syn#/) You can get this from any parts store. Thanks for the comments.
@@killawattgarage Thanks for getting back to me. I've been on the hunt for mercon lv, but the dealerships are asking about 30 bucks for 1 quart which is a rip off, but I'm too scared to go the penrite option so I was thinking of ordering it in from the states instead.
Love the video man, thanks. Could you please explain, is this Ford Ranger what year, how many litres engine, is it manual or auto transmission? Thanks.
2016, 3.2L and auto
@@killawattgarage Hi mate, Im just curious on how you managed to get the automatic gearbox to run through the gears? When I try to use the selector the highest I can get to is second gear whilst at a standstill - is there a way to force the system to run through the gears?
@@Blujay418 Sorry for the mis-communication. Just run through Park...Reverse...Neutral...Drive..... etc.
@@killawattgarage Ahh gotcha, thanks heaps man you're a bloody lifesaver with these videos.
@@Blujay418 no problem
If you’re doing these often I recommend buying a cheap dipstick or a bit of suitable flat bar bending it into a U shape or actually long J shape and marking the short bit with the measurement cross hatching. Then you won’t have to risk your flesh due to the idiocy of not putting a real dipstick in vehicles.
Great tip, cheers!
If you’re only going to do it once grab a bit of wire bend it into a J put a bit of painters tape on the short bit and use that to compare against the factory dipstick.
Can you please mention the parts number of the transmission filter?
Excellent job! Do we need also to FLUSH the transmission oil? Or just a pan drop is more than enough... Cheers!
A flush is much better but beyond on the scope of most as it needs specific equipment especially and this transmission has a thermo valve that only allows full circulation once the oil reaches a high temp. Ford list a transmission service at 240,000km so a pan drop that gives about and 70-80% fluid change and with a new filter every 100,000km is in my opinion a really good compromise any ensures longevity.
@@killawattgarage Thank you for Lighting me up!
I am very happy to wait if you can make another Video regarding Radiator Coolant Change & Break fluid.
Your Videos serve a huge help here in remote places in Mindanao Philippines.
Keep up the excellent work.
Just checking if you replaced that entire filter assy or just the seal at the top?
Replaced the entire filter which came with a new seal. Thanks for the question.
Hi...How many adjust the Touqe wrench?Thank for Video.Good lesson.
11Nm or 97in-lbs
So you have put 7 liters in total sir?
Ford have not designed that to make servicing easy - no drain plug and hard to get at dip stick.
I don't like to complain about the people who design things, but it's insane. The irony is that as difficult as it is, they create a re-usable pan gasket to make it easier??
Thanks for the comment.
Because back in2012 there is no DPF required, much easier to access dip stick without that massive DPF in old model.
@@killawattgarage Great video
Very poor design for maintenance. Even the engine oil filter on a pk ranger is a total mess to remove... ridiculous
Great Video, thank you. Could you kindly tell me what is the fluid capacity? I have a BT50 3.2 4x4 2014 made in Japan. Thanks.
On a drain and fill you will need about 7.5-8 L. The total capacity including the convertor is around 12L
@@killawattgarage thank you sir
@@killawattgarage Hi, we have 2014 Ranger PX 3.2litres manual transmission (MT82). According to the manual its need 2,7 litres and for the auto transmission (wet) need 9 litres. Is this correct? Also we are still struggle to find a video on how to change manual transmission oil on mine, do you have a tutorial video on it? Thanks
@@MyDirtlovers The Capacity for the manual gearbox sounds about right. Sorry dont have a video on this, but it should be fairly straight forward. Look for the fill and drain points and away you go. No need to check level like an auto transmission. Thanks for the questions
Just a question. I can't loosen a 19mm screw (fill point), 'coz it's very fastened. Not sure if I have to turn counterclockwise in order to loosen this 19mm screw, any trick? Please advise.
Counter clockwise to loosen. Hope you get it sorted
@Phairat Nomai. Did you managed to open the tight fill point?
Is this for a manual or Automatic transmission? You mentioned you ran for 100k km before this transmission oil change. Is that the recommended interval for transmission oil change? Thanks.
This is the Automatic Transmission. Recommended change is well after 200,000km which in my opinion is too long. Thanks for the comment.
@@killawattgarage thanks for the information. Will do the oil change as well about 100,000 km.
DIY lid
use drill punch where convex
Will do that next time. Thanks for the comment.
Hey buddy, I just want to ask if transmission box and gearbox is two different things? I'm just confused because I heard of transmission oil and there is also gearbox oil. Pls help. Best regards from the Philippines.
An automatic transmission has Transmission Fluid while a manual transmission has Gearbox Oil. Transmission Fluid is red in colour and very thin while Gearbox Oil is brown and thick. Unfortunately sometimes people confuse what they say. I hope this helps you out. Thanks for the question. Cheers from Australia.
Killa Watt Garage Tnx for the reply. Now I know which is which, hope you post more vids, I'm a big fan of yours, I'll be doing an engine oil change to my ranger anytime next week with your videos as my guide, thanks a lot.
Hola saludos desde panama buenos videos.. cada que tiempo se cambia el aceite de transmision del bt-50 saludos.
Translation: Hello greetings from panama good videos .. every time you change the transmission oil of the bt-50 greetings.
Hello from Australia thanks for the comment.
Hola desde Australia gracias por el comentario.
@@killawattgarage What approximate mileage should be changed? Bt50 2018
Service manual says @ 240,000km I suggest at 100,000km
@@killawattgarage tanks bless
Is is bad to put new fluid into the pan that will mix in with older fluid still up in the torque converter?
Ideally it would be great to be able to drain the convertor but this is a simple drain and fill. A full flush need equipment the the average Joe at home would not have.
Hello. I would like to ask for your opinion. Five months ago I send my ranger to a workshop for a major service. I did asked for atf fluid change as well. But I cannot feel any difference with the transmission performance while driving as it should be smoother than before service. Recently I watched this video and try to open the dipstick bolt cover to inspect whether the atf fluid has been changed or not but it is very hard to open the bolt like it is never been touched by anyone which make me feel curious that the workshop didn't change the fluid. Is it possible if the fluid has been changed 5 months ago yet the bolt is very tight to open and is it possible for me to inspect the fluid colour(if I manage to open the bolt cover ) so that I'm able to know whether the fluid has been changed before or not based on its red brownish colour? Thanks
Hi, typically you would not expect the transmission to be noticeably smoother so it would be hard to confirm that way. The cover over the dipstick is tricky to get to and should have been done up tight. If you are really suspicious you will have check the fluid but after 5 months I wouldn't expect it to look like new but it shouldn't be too dark. It's a tough one as there are plenty of shops that would take a short cut and not do the job you paid for but I would like to think that the majority would do the right thing. Cheers
Hi Killa, tks for the well put together videos! Could I ask your thoughts on my PX2. We had the car in for warranty to fix the door hinges, not roubles with the trans, but got it back with troubles. Sent back. So they change the oil, with no change what so ever. First to second is very hard. What would you think the trouble is? I'm thinking low fluid. thank you in advance! Have a great day
My Mazda bt-50 is producing a thud when changing from gear 1 to gear 2. What could be the issue? I've changed the transmission fluid and still no change. It is a 2015 model with 3.2L and 4X4. Automatic Transmission.
Thanks.
Sticking or worn solenoids, but also check some other driveline parts like uni joints and engine mounts etc.
Hello sir. Planning to diy change d atf of my 2.2 2016 everest. How much atf will i refill or will i just fill it until d max level of level A? Does 2.2 and 3.2 16 up model everest have the same amount of atf fluids? Thank u so mch
you will need around 7.5 L and its the same for 2.2 and 3.2
@@killawattgarage thnk u so mch sir
How regularly should this oil change be made. We are going to be towing a van around aus when this covid clears off. Would you recommend this before we head off?
The factory suggest every 240,000km which is ridiculous. I would suggest before the 100,000km mark (this is when I did mine) and then every 60-80,000 after that. I do regular towing and at the 100,000km mark the fluid was darkened but not terrible. Not sure on the km's of yours to make a suggestion but hope the above helped. Cheers
@@killawattgarage 240k is many KMS. I'm at 120k. Will be looking at this over the next few weeks. Do you think a trans cooler upgrade is worthwhile?
@@glennvandenberg3912 With lots of towing an updated trans cooler would be a good idea. These transmission have a thermovalve in there that prevents fluid flow through the cooler when cold. Some people tinker/remove these but I think the principle is good. Spend a bit of time looking in to your options and fluid change when you upgrade the cooler would be a great idea. Hope this helps.
@@killawattgarage thanks mate
Hey mate finally got around to installing the kit today. Your video was absolutely invaluable. After discussing with the trans guy I decided to do away with the valve and installed a bypass. It involved dropping the whole valve black but wasn't to bad. We off to WA next week so thanks again.
Hi have u eva done a flow control valve to bring temp down. Snd s auto cooler
Yes, they are a good idea especially if doing a lot of towing.
Hi where can i locate speed input and output sensor on the transmission?
I believe they are both located on the lefthand side of the transmission but not 100% sure off the top of my head
Anyone else??
Is there a way the transmission fluid can be siphoned from the vehicle before you remove the pan which could avoid all the mess ???
Yes, but you wont get it all. You could take a significant amount of fluid and reduce the mess. Insert a siphon tube into the dipstick hole.
@@killawattgarage Thanks for the advice Lad. That would save a lot of mess on the garage floor. You get my thumbs up on that 1
Hey mate. This sounds very odd to me but I have just had my transmission serviced under warranty due to a slight shudder at initial acceleration. They advised me that the car may drive differently for a few days due to the gearbox 'learning'. Am I being fed rubbish or is this true haha.
Actually this is true. They have adaptive shift characteristics based on driving. If they cleared or updated the software the Transmission Control Module will have to 'relearn' your typical driving habits. I hope the shudder is gone! Stay on the dealer till your happy with it. Thanks for the question.
@@killawattgarage thanks mate. I will keep onto them. In my opinion at the moment the shudder has not resided at all. It is very minor but to me it feels like a centre bearing to me. I even pointed it out to them as to me I feel it isn't spaced correctly due to having a lift installed. I will give it another couple of weeks tho and get back onto them if need be. Thanks mate
A lift will often cause a shudder because of the angle of the drive shafts, but it sounds like your on to it. Cheers
How often, or at what km do you think that this service has to be done ?
Around the 100,000-120,000km mark
@@killawattgarage okei thanx👌👌
mate ! great video! love it ! but use a foamie on your mic! video is unwatchable for headphone users :)
Thanks for the tip!