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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: John.1111 on 12 August 2012, 13:23:15

Title: 2002 auto gearbox problem
Post by: John.1111 on 12 August 2012, 13:23:15

Hi All,

I have a 2002 omega with gearbox problems, it will drive ok for a couple of miles then I lose top gear then slowly I lose the rest.

I have had the gearbox filter and oil changed but did not help, how easy is it to change the auto gearbox and how long will it take?  ::)

John

Title: Re: 2002 auto gearbox problem
Post by: amba on 12 August 2012, 14:47:33

Its a very heavy gearbox  ::) so would be best trying to get car onto a 4 poster with a decent transmission jack available.

Some have done it with trolley jack and ramps but that would be a real struggle imho :o.Decent mechanic with proper access to correct tools should have it swopped over inside 3 hours,but expect much longer without good access.  :y

Title: Re: 2002 auto gearbox problem
Post by: dbug on 12 August 2012, 15:06:23

Using ramps + trolley jacks - need to drop cats for clearance and remove torqe convertor with box.  Box weighs nearly 100kg - needs 2 people ideally + sturdy trolley jack.  Last time I did one it took us around 3 - 4 hours HTH :y

Title: Re: 2002 auto gearbox problem
Post by: John.1111 on 27 August 2012, 18:11:58

Thank you all for the information, I will hopefully attempt it over a week end in the coming weeks :) Will let you know the outcome. John :D