ZF Auto

[Derek Carlisle]

Hi, the ZF auto in my 1988 Rangie started to misbehave. Seemed to be slipping or perhaps the gears were sticking. It also clunks abit. Does this mean I'm up for a rebuild? What approximate costs would be involved? Cheers Derek

[BigJon]

A proffessionally done full rebuild will be big $$. Including remove and refit, I would expect $4000 +.

[sclarke]

When was the last time it was serviced???

Dont get a rebuild if it only needs a service.........

[tempestv8]

Maybe the auto trans fluid is contaminated with water - have you taken it offroading in deep water?

Sometimes its possible to just clear the problem by replacing the fluid.

Drain some out and have a look at the condition of the ATF. If it's anything other than pink, it's probably time to flush the transmission.

[Derek Carlisle]

The ATF was a good colour. I had dropped the Rangie off at Roverland in Melb to check the auto, just before I started this thread. Hope a good service is all it needs. At least now I have an idea of the worst situation. I haven't forded any deep streams , but the vehicle has been used in the bush.Derek