Opel Vivaro gearbox repair guide

The latest of these is taking an ecological turn with the 100% electric Vivaro-e. Following negotiations with the PSA Group, the Opel Vivaro becomes a clone of the Citroën Jumpy, Peugeot Expert and Toyota Proace, which have already been on the road for several years.

Even if the gearbox has been designed to last the life of the vehicle, its owner is not immune to the possibility of a breakdown: EDEN BOITES can help you repair your Opel Vivaro gearbox.

How Opel Vivaro gearboxes work 

What makes the Vivaro so special?

At the launch of its first generation, the Opel Vivaro features a front-wheel drive transmission and a 1.9-liter diesel engine rated at 80 hp for the 1.9 DI 82 F2700 C1 or 100 hp for the 1.9 DTI 100 F2700 C1. This model comes exclusively with a five-speed manual gearbox: the Opel Vivaro 1.9 dci. The six-speed automatic gearbox appears in 2006 with the Vivaro K2700 C1 2.5 CDTI 145 T.S.

The petrol engine, previously available with a 2L, 16-valve, 120 hp unit, as on the F2900 C2 2.0 16V van , disappears in 2012 to make way exclusively for diesel, then shared with electric power from 2020.

How do I look after my Vivaro gearbox?

Whatever type of engine and gearbox you opt for, you need to drive smoothly to preserve your Vivaro for as long as possible.

A manual gearbox requires more care than an automatic, since the driver manually changes gears using the gearshift and clutch pedal. 

To do this, the driver must pay close attention to the engine noise and to the number of revolutions per minute displayed on the dial, in order to shift into the right gear at the right time. The clutch pedal must be fully engaged before selecting the gear, and the driver must gradually remove the foot from the pedal once the gear has been changed.

For automatic gearboxes, the golden rule is to ensure that the vehicle is at a complete standstill before engaging Park (P) or Reverse (R).

Repairing my Vivaro gearbox

How do you identify a malfunction?

Here are some symptoms of gearbox failure, along with the most likely cause:

• Muffled rubbing noises may indicate wear on the bearings at the end of the axles;
• Gears crack when shifting: the gear teeth don't mesh perfectly due to premature wear of the synchronizer rings;
• When gears stop shifting, the disconnection of the linkage tie rods may be the cause;
• If the gear engages whenno operation has been performed, the linkage or synchros are probably faulty.

What should I do if my box breaks down?

Insufficient transmission oil is often the cause of gearbox failure: the various components are less lubricated, which can block gear rotation and sometimes even cause serious damage to gearbox parts. A regular check of the gearbox oil level is important to prevent this malfunction. 

To do this, first warm up the engine by driving for a few minutes and shifting gears to distribute the oil evenly throughout the gearbox. 

Once the vehicle has come to a standstill, remove the dipstick, wipe it with a clean cloth and then replace it in its container. When you take out the dipstick again, you can check whether the gearbox oil level is between the two marks, and what the oillooks like: it should be transparent and amber in color.

Where can I buy a new Vivaro gearbox?

In the event of a serious breakdown, professional advice is crucial. If your mechanic's diagnosis involves a complete gearbox overhaul, you can opt for an economical and environmentally-friendly solution.

The EDEN BOITES catalog offers you thousands of reconditioned gearboxes in standard exchange, at the best prices and guaranteed for one year.

To obtain the Opel Vivaro gearbox for your vehicle, simply identify the reference number engraved on your old gearbox and check that it matches the gearbox code of the product selected on our site.

For more information, request a quote online and our experts will get back to you as soon as possible!