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Removal of Trans filter/pan on ZF trans Jeep Grand Cheroke #2584567
11/29/18 08:24 AM
11/29/18 08:24 AM
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Is there a "special factory " torx key that fits into the gap at the back of the subframe and clears the trans pan for removing the front 4 bolts? Or do the dealers drop the subframe?

Found the trans shop I sent it to for a service did not bother to change the filter, and didnt fill it to the correct level.

Level is now correct , but still has the factory fitted filter . I want put a fresh one in.

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee eco diesl 8 speed ZF

Re: Removal of Trans filter/pan on ZF trans Jeep Grand Cheroke [Re: REDNICK] #2585122
11/30/18 12:27 PM
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Sounds like what I experienced on my wife's BMW X5 with the older 6 speed ZF trans. I had to buy a torx bit kit for a cordless drill and hold the bit in while turning it with a 3/8 or so box wrench. It was a PITA. From what I read online the "proper" procedure on the X5 is to drop the rear trans crossmember. This trick saved me a ton of time.

Also, the filter is part of the pan in the older 5 and 6 speed ZF transmissions, don't be surprised if you get a pan when you order the filter. Or if the filter is $$$$$$.

Re: Removal of Trans filter/pan on ZF trans Jeep Grand Cheroke [Re: REDNICK] #2586589
12/03/18 01:57 PM
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mopar didn't worry about the servicing. It was easier to claim it is lifetime fluid


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