10 August.
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Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox repair guide

luxury SUV of the British Land Rover brand, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar occupies an intermediate position in the Range Rover rangebetween the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport. It has been on the market since 2017 and has undergone 3 development phases, the last of which began in 2023. The last two phases were limited to a restyling of the vehicle.

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Land Rover has chosen to equip its Land Rover Range Rover Velar only with 8-speed automatic gearboxes. EDEN BOITES takes you on a tour of this precision technology and gives you all the Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox repair tips. !

The automatic gearbox on the Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The automatic gearboxes on the Land Rover Range Rover Velar are all based on technology developed by the German firm ZF Friedrichshafen AG. They differ only in terms of torque power they are capable of handling.

For example, the ZF 8HP45 automatic gearbox only equips vehicles with a 4-cylinder engine, whose maximum maximum torque is limited to 500 Nm. This is the gearbox fitted to the Land Rover Range Rover Velar I (L560) 2.0D 180ch R-DYNAMIC S AWD BVA, for example.

Better suited to V6 engines, the ZF 8HP70 automatic gearbox is combined with 6-cylinder enginesengines, such as the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2017 3.0 P380 4WD HSE STANDARD AUTO.

The most powerful models are equipped with a ZF 8HP75 automatic gearboxdesigned to deliver maximum torque of 750 Nm.

These automatic gearboxes are renowned for their reliabilityreliability robustness reliability efficiency. They adapt easily to different driving styles and provide smooth gearshifts.

Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox malfunctions

Despite all these qualities, the wear and tear of time inevitably results in the aging of your gearbox. This aging in turn leads to malfunctions some of which you can recognize:

  • unusual noises (low or dirty transmission oil, gear wear) ;
  • burning smell in the passenger compartment (overheated gearbox oil, faulty torque converter);
  • sudden gear changes(faulty solenoid, lack of transmission oil);
  • increased fuel consumption ;
  • transmission indicator light on the instrument panel;
  • transmission oil leak under under the vehicle.

Many of these malfunctions are caused by a low gearbox oil level. gearbox oil level too low. It is therefore possible that a simple addition of fluid to restore your automatic gearbox to full working order. We also advise you to check the oil level regularly to avoid premature wear of the premature wear of components.

However, sometimes these malfunctions have a more complex origin. In this case, it will be necessary to either repair your gearboxor its replacement.

Repair or replace your Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox?

Repairing the Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox

For the safety of you and your family, we recommend that you your automatic gearbox to a garage you can trust. garage. A poorly executed repair could have harmful consequences for your vehicle, and put you at risk.

If, despite everything, you feel you have the necessary know-how to repair your Land Rover Range Rover Velar gearbox Range Rover Velar gearbox, start by ensuring safety first.. Wear the right equipment, and remember that this is a heavy vehicle: holding it in an elevated position requires proven sturdiness.

Before disconnecting the gearbox and removing it, remember to take a photograph of the whole assembly. Then inspect your automatic gearbox for any signs of signs of leakage or wear. Then replace the faulty part and use your previously taken photograph to reinstall your gearbox in the vehicle.

Gearbox replacement Land Rover Range Rover Velar

In case ofgeneralized wear or extensive damageyour Land Rover Range Rover Velar's automatic gearbox should be replaced.

To reduce the cost of the operation, call on EDEN BOITES ! We offer a wide range of Land Rover Land Rover gearboxes. Reconditioned and refurbished by our leading experts, they are at pre-owned prices, with a 12-month warranty..

Take advantage of our standard exchange offer and and entrust us with your old, faulty gearbox. Our quotations are free and without obligation: don't hesitate to contact us by phone or via our website!

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