gearbox/clutch noise

partlydave

I have a Ford Transit and getting a small whine/sound when changing gear, its only making the sound changing up 2nd and 3rd gear only, any advice what it might be, thanks.

Retrogamer

What's the mileage on the van?
When was the last time the gearbox oil was replaced, or had it's level checked?

partlydave

Retrogamer wrote: »

What's the mileage on the van?
When was the last time the gearbox oil was replaced, or had it's level checked?

213,000. I had a recon gearbox put in last year, about 60,000 miles ago, and van was serviced about a month ago

Retrogamer

Do you know if the gearbox oil was checked, changed or topped up during the service?

Gearboxes usually start whining for one of two reasons from my experience.
It's low on oil, or it's showing signs of wear.

bigjl

I would definitely be checking the gearbox oil level as a priority.

If it is fine with no bits in it then perhaps adding one of the many additives might help get a few more miles from the box.

It is likely that the box fitted 60k was just a used one.

Les be honest the gearbox in the more recent transits is not without its issues.

Gearbox oil check or change is rarely done during a service in my experience.

forgotmyname

Generally they wont check the gearbox oil at a service unless there are signs of leakage. If its a fast fit type of service then they will probably ignore that unless its something they can tell you needs doing and they can do it.

partlydave

Retrogamer wrote: »

Do you know if the gearbox oil was checked, changed or topped up during the service?

Gearboxes usually start whining for one of two reasons from my experience.
It's low on oil, or it's showing signs of wear.

I dont know for sure but I'll check the invoice, and ring the garage tomorrow, thanks