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Old 1st July 2016, 07:22 PM
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NO! totally incorrect!!
I'm suggesting that if the gearbox fluid was ever updated either by you/your garage or other owner previously then they may have used the wrong fluid and/or not updated the software if an update was required (which for change to a later type of fluid is required I believe).

If not then I would get the oil changed properly (the current issue may be caused by cavitation due to low fluid) and inspect the old oil for any sign of bits of clutch media in the old fluid. I'd be tempted to use someone knowledgeable like chester transmissions too
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Hello not lordhefner I have looked on the internet about your faults to no avail. The clutches in the errors don't seem related so would also be thinking about fluid change to be sure.
So assumedly a full transmission fluid service and this fingers crossed should get rid of my issues? looks like it could be main dealer then as I'm down in Cornwall miles away from anyone recommend!

Thanks Guys, I will get there! The car is awesome in so many ways and don't want to have things going wrong for the sake of having someone who knows about these cars doing the correct work on it... moneys here I just need to be able to trust someone to do it correctly

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Old 1st July 2016, 10:21 PM
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I wouldn't go anywhere near a main dealer for a gearbox service, remember they maintain they are "sealed for life" so they don't have a clue what to do, it may cost you more to get it to someone who is a specialist but treat it as an investment for the future life of your car
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Old 1st July 2016, 11:08 PM
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I agree.. My main dealer didn't even know the difference between ATF, gear oil and engine oil.

I personally wouldn't trust a dealer as far as I could throw one with anything other than basic stuff. And even then.....

That gearbox is 6 grands worth if you have to buy a new one. Entrust it to someone who knows what they're doing with them !!
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