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29th August 2017, 19:28 | #1 |
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Advice sought, considering a diesel auto
As above really, have read up on the forum regarding looking at cars for sale and not a complete muppet with a spanner. Looking for advice on checking the box works well and any signs to look for that could point to problems.
Also any opinions on remapping via a t4 guru and how best to drive an auto 75 would be appreciated as my experience of autos is limited to a few drives in a 3.2 jag a good time ago. Thanks in advance. |
7th September 2017, 18:42 | #2 |
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I will be selling mine soon, if you wish to check it out - getting an electric Nissan Leaf instead
You are welcome to test drive her.... |
7th September 2017, 19:08 | #3 |
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The auto box is generally reliable. I've previously owned a ZT CDTi manual and auto, and if I were buying again I'd choose the auto.
It should change gear smoothly and quietly, no thumps, no bangs. A fluid change is beneficial on higher mileage boxes but is often neglected or done incorrectly. Solenoid relays (that affect gear changes) can fail but as these are mounted externally, changing them shouldn't be too tricky. The 160 remap is hugely popular and should offer improvements to performance and MPG. I believe there is a map specifically for the auto to achieve this. |
7th September 2017, 19:15 | #4 |
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It does Joe, you need have no worries there. There are only two known problems and neither affects large numbers of cars but if you're unlucky rest assured that both can be repaired with the transmission in situ.
Go for it! Simon
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7th September 2017, 19:24 | #5 |
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And somebody who has both a manual and an auto, both 160 remapped, and also somebody who through their trading has driven more 75's & ZT's than I can remember,I would say it's simple the auto is the choice chariot of the two 👍
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http://www.jagrepair.com/images/TSB/...eplacement.pdf Mick
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8th September 2017, 19:25 | #9 |
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Thanks for the replies
Looked at one to use as a benchmark and the gear change was flawless- imperceptible almost... the replacement reconditioned auto box had less than 25000 miles on it. The rest of the car was a little unloved of late although it had been owned by an enthusiast a couple of owners back.
As my car is due an MOT soon I have put plans on hold pending the outcome of that... Should be better placed to look with a view to buying by next weekend. |
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