ZF Tranny Problem

[Rick B]

Hi Bruce,

Your symptom does not seem to match the problems I have encountered
before. I would second the idea of contacting ZF directly. Let us
know what you find out.

Rick
87FC35
Rocheser, MN

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Juergen
wrote:
>
> Bruce
> Best thing to do is consult ZF. It could be as simple as low voltage
to the ECM or the transmission shift selector starting to get tired.
(Dirt, Dust, Corrosion, etc)
> Be sure to check your tranny oil level. It must be at the right
level. Check as following:
> Cold - Vehicle level, shift selector in Neutral, Engine idle
600rpm, after 2-3 minutes check oil level at the cold zone.
> HOT same as above except no 2-3 minute wait and Oil level should
be at hot zone.
> ZF doesn't have quirks like me with this computer, ZF is telling you
something thats in the making. Could take years to finally happen.
> Juergen in PA
> 1991 WLSP36
>
> birdshill123 wrote:
I am wondering if there are any ZF experts on the Forum. Twice in the
> last 12 months I have had A small problem. First time I was stoppped
> in a construction zone waiting for a backhoe. I started to accelerate
> and then had to back pedal as there was a huge hole. I dont
remember if
> I was in 1 or 2 but when I reapplied the throttle it seemed to be
> either slipping or was in neutral. I put it in neutral and then in D
> and away we went. Everything was fine. Yesterday I stopped at a toll
> booth in Mexico. I hit the throttle and then had to back of as there
> was a pedestrian very close. Again when I reapplied th throttle it
> either was slipping or was in neutral. Again I put it in neutral and
> then D and it took off. I am wondering if this is some quirk of these
> trannies or maybe a hydraulic pressure problem: A valve that sticks??
> Any suggestions?? I will be calling ZF tomorrow.
>
> Bruce

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