Help auto box trouble

ROBIN123 · Dec 3, 2019

Hi, help required please
My auto box packed up last night on my Freelander 2 2007
Managed to limp it home but was slipping bad but when I stopped and rested it, presumably cooled down it would drive a bit further
It's done 153k not sure if the ATF has ever been changed
Question is would an oil change or top up help or is it likely to be way beyond that now?
If so any suggestions for repair or replacement greatly appreciated
Many thanks for any help as new to this forum

Stv123 · Dec 3, 2019

Should have had a fluid change at 150k. Try topping the level and if it works give it a fluid change. Keep your service up to date or it will cost you.

ROBIN123 · Dec 3, 2019

Stv123 said:
Should have had a fluid change at 150k. Try topping the level and if it works give it a fluid change. Keep your service up to date or it will cost you.

Thanks is it easy to top the level or do you need it on a lift?

Stv123 · Dec 3, 2019

As I recall there is a level plug you remove then a fill plug on the top. Add fluid until it comes out of the level plug. Mine got done on its 10 year service so I’ve not actually done it. Next time I’m on my computer I will see if I can find it in the manual

ROBIN123 · Dec 3, 2019

Stv123 said:
As I recall there is a level plug you remove then a fill plug on the top. Add fluid until it comes out of the level plug. Mine got done on its 10 year service so I’ve not actually done it. Next time I’m on my computer I will see if I can find it in the manual

Thanks much appreciated
The auto gearbox centre say it sounds fairly terminal though and are quoting 2.6k to repair

Stv123 · Dec 3, 2019

Worth putting half a ltr of fluid in to see if it works. Not much to loose and £2600 to gain. My manual says EssoJWS3309.
Make sure you clean round the filler plug before removing.

ROBIN123 · Dec 3, 2019

Stv123 said:
Worth putting half a ltr of fluid in to see if it works. Not much to loose and £2600 to gain. My manual says EssoJWS3309.
Make sure you clean round the filler plug before removing.

Will do thanks

Nodge68 · Dec 3, 2019

I'd get the codes read, too see what the problem is, before going any further.

ROBIN123 · Dec 3, 2019

Nodge68 said:
I'd get the codes read, too see what the problem is, before going any further.

Good call thanks

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