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    L322 2004 diesel GM/ Both Front brakes slightly sticking on

    HI, Is there any reason why both my front brakes should stick on slightly. One side I could understand ( lots of mechanical reasons ) but both at same time. No off roading done, a lot of rain though? Is there any electrical valve / other sensor fail that could cause this. All help / ideas...
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    L322 Rear wiper motor problem

    HI, Same problem for me - did you get an answer? did you find fault.
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    Looking for insurance

    Thank you for your advice. virgin web user etc. Think someone has done it for me! Thank you
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    L322 Dreaded transmission? 2004 BMWTD6

    HI, I used V1 (six) I read on here GM specify six? Hope I read and understood it correctly
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    L322 Dreaded transmission? 2004 BMWTD6

    HI, I checked oil level - correct level. checked at 40 degree C and engine running. I dropped the pan, found some very fine debris suspended in oil ( aluminium) and a very few small metalic bits on magnet. Changed the filter for a new original one. Refilled with Dexron V1. Still same problem...
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    300tdi piston rings issue

    Yes, You are correct. I misread it. It certainly needs looking at.
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    300tdi piston rings issue

    HI Gary, Hope I am not asking / suggesting something stupid? But have you bought standard rings and the old pistons / rings and bores are oversize ie it has had a rebore? Have you measured the bore? Best Regards Mark
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    Parts book for L322 2004 TD6 GM transmission

    HI, All that have replied. Its a great forum and so helpful. I hope one day to be able to help others. I have learnt so much from these answers. Roll on 2017 and hope we all get to enjoy or LR's
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    Parts book for L322 2004 TD6 GM transmission

    Hi, yes found those links - found Microcat, did Russian tranlsate to English, Still could not find TD6 BMW engine stuff or GM 5 speed transmission The official Microcat - is this just for dealers? Thanks
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    Parts book for L322 2004 TD6 GM transmission

    HI, I read lots of info regarding being able to go to lots of sites and look up parts but I am not being very successful at all!!! Does anyone have a PDF copy that they are willing to share. All the best to everyone for the coming year Regards Mark
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    Genuine parts suppliers - who do you recommend

    Thanks for feed back I am going to try LR Direct. Going to post another question regarding parts manaul
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    Genuine parts suppliers - who do you recommend

    Thanks - site looks good and three products came up with manufacture details
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    Genuine parts suppliers - who do you recommend

    Hi, I am wanting to buy genuine parts - this time Filter kit for my L322 GM transmission. I looked at -http://www.land-rover-parts-shop.com/en/ui/basket.php cost -73.42 and http://www.lrspareparts.com/eshop/screen-filter-and-gasket-gm-5-sp-auto-box-l322-m57-3-0l-diesel.html cost 35.78 Who...
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    L322 Dreaded transmission? 2004 BMWTD6

    Yes I agree I need to plug it in to a diagnostic tool that can give me good information. I am based in Newquay. Maybe someone nearby ? has a tool and time to donate for beer donations to do a diagnostic for / with me? Should I put a new post asking? Thanks Mark
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    L322 Dreaded transmission? 2004 BMWTD6

    I am pretty sure engine fuel system good BUT I will change filters and check fuel system JUSt IN CASE. Wont harm it!! Thanks
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    L322 Icarsoft how to understand all live data (2004 BMW TD6)

    HI, Thanks for showing me what information is available from a good quality tool. I will study this along with the transmission manual and try and make sense of what it is saying. First thing I notice is the change form 3rd gear to 4th gear seem longer? But does that depends on the load ( ie...
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    L322 Icarsoft how to understand all live data (2004 BMW TD6)

    Hi, I would be happy to just see the Diagnostic tool working on any LR and be shown what readings it gives and what they mean to the user. Not nescessary on my RR. I looked at your link - Thanks. It is certainly a well written and informative. And great to hear customer service is good. I will...
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    L322 Icarsoft how to understand all live data (2004 BMW TD6)

    Hi, Only issue I am aware of is the possible slipping torque converter? The main thing I am wanting is information that tells me what the readings are telling me so I can get a fuller idea of the tool. thanks Mark
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    L322 Icarsoft how to understand all live data (2004 BMW TD6)

    Hi, I shall research these tools next year BUT I think a good idea would be for me to put a post here on this forum asking if anyone who uses either or both of these tools would be willing to give me a hour of their time if I called in on them and they show me whats what. I am more than happy to...
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    L322 Icarsoft how to understand all live data (2004 BMW TD6)

    Great info Thanks. Makes perfect sense. I don't have TRANS FAILSAFE PROG so thats good. Oh how though do I / we find information that tells us / shows a graph of angles / Voltages and outcomes in this Venture 225 unit all the best mark