Thread: D3 2008 TDV6 Shudder!!

Originally Posted by Tombie

When the clutch disintegrates

So the moment you drive off the forecourt you have to consider that the clutch is on the road to failure so best get to changing it straight away

The programming for the 6hp26 in those vehicles uses lots of TC clutch applications, just driving to the cafe for a latte... don't assume it's not worn because of it lowish km and lack of towing duties...

Originally Posted by jay_guess

So the moment you drive off the forecourt you have to consider that the clutch is on the road to failure so best get to changing it straight away

Ahh sarcasm! Lowest form of wit...

It’s called servicing, many owners believe the “sealed for life” mantra until it’s too late.
Regular servicing goes a long way to longevity.

Your sarcasm does have some basis though, the moment you drive off the forecourt your entire vehicle is beginning to wear out... Perhaps buy another straight away as a replacement.

I use this to good effect in my RRS TDV8.

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probs been said, but no time to scan the thread, mine shuddered, had to swap torque converter, second hand from d3 to the 4 i drive

Originally Posted by Tombie

Ahh sarcasm! Lowest form of wit...

It’s called servicing, many owners believe the “sealed for life” mantra until it’s too late.
Regular servicing goes a long way to longevity.

Your sarcasm does have some basis though, the moment you drive off the forecourt your entire vehicle is beginning to wear out... Perhaps buy another straight away as a replacement.

Many owners get fed this mantra from the Dealers. My daughter recently purchased a s/h BMW X3 and I told her to get the car serviced and definitely get the ZF auto oil changed. The local BMW dealer told her it wasn't necessary as it's sealed for life. I think my daughter's husband is of the opinion I'm an idiot who was trying to waste their money........

At $7k + for a new tranny or $1600 for a full flush that will prolong the life of the ZF box I know what id be doing, regardless of the badge on the front of the car.

The BMW's run the same gearboxes as LR, and most are pushed harder. Ive seen a valve body out of one where only 1 solenoid wasn't fully gunked up.

Originally Posted by Eric SDV6SE

At $7k + for a new tranny or $1600 for a full flush

A full flush should cost a hell of a lot less than $1600.

Typical quotes for a steel sump change and megaflush are around $900 and about $600 for just the flush but may be a lot higher if the mech/tech is paying LR prices for LG6.