Transmission Chain - Land Rover Forums

Robert John Langdon · #1 12-23-2011, 09:13 AM

I have a P38 1997 4.6 HSE - 4 speed Auto.

After 110K the Transmission chain 'stretched' so that loud clonking noise could be heard when accelerating from a stationary position or on a high gradient - it seems these chains are good for 70K.

I have used the new chain for 2 months doing just 2.5K miles and its gone again!!

Is it possible that its a faulty chain or is this a symptom of something more?

Bob

Disco Mike · #2 12-23-2011, 09:47 AM

The tranny does not have a chain. What are you referring to.

Robert John Langdon · #3 12-23-2011, 09:51 AM

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Range Rover Classic Chain - Borg Warner at www.rimmerbros.co.uk

Thanks!
Bob

Disco Mike · #4 12-23-2011, 10:25 AM

Thats for a t/case, not a tranny.

jafir · #5 12-23-2011, 11:18 AM

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jafir · #6 12-23-2011, 11:18 AM

1995-2002 Range Rover Transfer Case (4.0 SE & 4.6 HSE) (Professionally Rebuilt)

Robert John Langdon · #7 12-23-2011, 12:37 PM

Sorry as its called a 'drive chain' and its housed in the 'transfer box' you would imagine its something to do with the transmission, - but what do I know!

Thanks Mike, very helpful!!

Spike555 · #8 12-23-2011, 11:18 PM

The engine turns the transmission the transmission turns the transfer case the transfer case turns the drive shafts the drive shafts turn the axle shafts the axle shafts turn the wheels.

Could be the gears (that the chain rides on) are worn to much and cant keep the chain tight.
Did you put the right fluid back in it after replacing the chain?
Some noise in the driveline is normal.

Robert John Langdon · #9 12-24-2011, 07:02 AM

I'll check with the garage to see if the chain had 'stretched' - like the last one - if not its probably the gears as you suggest.

Spike555 · #10 12-24-2011, 09:51 AM

Make sure they are using the proper lube in the t-case, using the wrong lube will make it wear faster.