dieseljohn
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Ive got a Prestigio 2005 with auto box problems, thought what a great car it until recent problem, cars done about 77k missing changes when warm, phoned specialist who says its likely to be full box overhaul , known problem on the early Aisin gearbox, which I think is type TF-80SC (AF40-6). He says a design change was implemented on later models, improved solenoid, original early ones crack (?) causing symptoms I've got. He also says some specialists may change the solenoid block with gearbox in situ for about £1000 ( £650 plus labour) which may help, but he recommends full gearbox overhaul at around £2000 (!!!! ) inc fitting VAT etc.
I'm a home diy'er, but change of auto box too big a job for me outside house , so looking for cheaper solution if possible, look forward to any advice and if above makes sense. I'm thinking of local garage changing box for me if I can find a good used one. It looks like the vauxhall vectra and insignia use the Aisin AF40 auto boxsame model number box and there's a few more of these around, but is the auto box box the same and interchangable??? Any advice greatly appreciated thanks John
I'm a home diy'er, but change of auto box too big a job for me outside house , so looking for cheaper solution if possible, look forward to any advice and if above makes sense. I'm thinking of local garage changing box for me if I can find a good used one. It looks like the vauxhall vectra and insignia use the Aisin AF40 auto boxsame model number box and there's a few more of these around, but is the auto box box the same and interchangable??? Any advice greatly appreciated thanks John