The 9speed automatic transmission is also startstop capable without hydraulic impulse oil storage his. Fca and zf issue recall on ninespeed automatic transmission. The global zf group, based in friedrichshafen, germany, is a leading supplier of driveline technology, steering and suspension components, and is a leading global independent manufacturer of transmission products. Zfs ninespeed automatic passenger car transmission efficient dynamics for vehicles with fronttransverse drive fuel savings between 10 and 16 percent stopstart and fourwheel drive capable in 20, zf friedrichshafen ag was launching the worlds first ninespeed automatic transmission 9hp for passenger cars with. Can anyone provide the actual manufacturerrecommended replacement interval for the 9speed transmission oil. Zf 9speed automatic transmission for chrysler and dodge cars. It appears that volvo went with the aisin 8 speed automatic for the driver experience, and sergio went with the zf 9 speed for the fuel economy and marketability. They commissioned zf friedrichshafen group lets just call em zf to build the first 9speed automatic transmission for a consumer vehicle. A suburban mom might say, my transmission has more gears than your transmission. Zf ninespeed transmission problems, recalls and praise. Zf claims that it is able to save an average of 16% in fuel compared with current 6 speed automatic transmissions.
Oct 10, 20 bmw and mini to receive zf 9speed automatic gearbox in 2015. However, due to the many factors influencing the service life of transmissions in. Previous post new real life photos of bmw 1m in the us. Champion globaltrans atf fluid recommended for zf eight and. Zf 9speed automatic transmission for chrysler cars. Our firm has handled over 1,000 claims dealing with the struggling performance of the zf 9 speed transmission. The 9hp transmission is indeed a breakthrough product in many ways.
Zf developed the first ninespeed automatic transmission for front wheel drive vehicles. In fact the transmissions performance was so bad, it was one, but not the only reason i choose not to negotiated a price. The analysis of the transmission scheme of the 9 speed. This automatic transmission by german parts supplier zf group is found in 25 powertrain arrangements across many car brands, making it one seriously great. Zf automatic transmissions service manual fore word this manual provides information relevant to the servicing of zf automatic transmission units 4 hp 22 and 4 hp 24 e irrespective of the vehicle range to which the unit is fitted. Chrysler 9speed zf 9hp transmission lawsuit nearly settled. Jan 11, 2011 zf, the wellknown german manufacturer of transmissions, has announced it will start producing a 9 speed automatic transmission at its factory in greenville, sc. Passenger cars with efficient zf automatic transmissions are now in demand in all vehicle categories. The lease on my 2011 acura tl v6 was up and i test drove a new acura tlx v6 with a 9 speed zf transmission. Zf meritor is a joint venture between two premier automotive component and systems suppliers, the zf group and arvinmeritor. Zf 9speed automatic problems mount, chrysler releases third.
Whats most shocking is that acura chose the 9 speed even after it worked so poorly in fca products. With the modular 8hp 8speed automatic transmission. Although it was built in june 2011 it did not make its debut until mid 20. Manual zf transmissions for trucks with teml 01 label on the type plate. Fiat chrysler automobiles and zf have announced a recall for the ninespeed automatic transmission developed by the german supplier. The zf 9hp is a ninespeed automatic transmission built by zf friedrichshafen ag subsidiary zf transmissions in gray court, south carolina. Zf meritor tcu 2 9speed direct drive, a ratio m15g9am15 m15g9ad15 m15g9ae15 m15g9as15 9speed overdrive, a ratio mo14g9am14 mo14g9ad14 mo14g9ae14 mo14g9as14 9speed overdrive, b ratio mo15g9bm15 mo15g9bd15 mo15g9be15 mo15g9bs15 10speed direct drive, a ratio m15g10am15 m15g10ad15 m15g10ae15 m15g10as15. Drive systems for mobile cranes and special vehicles zf. Zfs 9speed 9hp transmission puts dog clutches on the leash. The zf 9speed automatic transmission for passenger cars with fronttransverse engines. The zf 9 speed automatic transmission for passenger cars with fronttransverse engines.
Download the july 2015 issue in pdf format gear technology. Its being used on every bmw model throughout the german companys lineup, excepting the m. Maximum performance in every terrain zf friedrichshafen ag. First analylzes the zf 9hp automatic transmission gears dynamic route and establish the equivalent lever diagram of zf 9hp automatic transmission. Zf automatic transmission oil pan filter kit 1087298247 and 7 liters of zf ravenol j1d214 atf automatic transmission fluid 6hp fluid for zf 6hp mopar chrysler dodge jeep ram 8 and 9 speed automatic transmission fluid new. Bmw and mini to receive zf 9speed automatic gearbox in 2015. After years of complaints, german transmission manufacturer zf is finally issuing a recall of its much maligned 9hp ninespeed automatic transmission. Lock up of torque converter at driving speed thereby shifting without loss. All the transmission functions and control components for this automatic transmission are combined in one assembly module. Thanks to the zf aftermarket list of lubricants you will always find the right oil for your application. The ratios for the gear stages are achieved by planetary gear sets. When i went shopping for a 2019 pilot, i selected the exl primarily as it was the highest trim level that used the older 6 speed automatic, and i wanted to avoid the extra complexity and other issues of the 9 speed transmission. Then analylzes the shift process of zf9hp automatic transmission based on the expend method of existing method of leverage, and verify the new lever method is correct by calculation.
Zf 8 speed transmission posted on july 12, 2018 by bmwtechnician here are some picture of a transmission leak on a zf 8 speed which is very rare,,we dont see this to offen anymore not like the older transmission where the mechtronic sleeve would leak all the time. For maintenance and repair automatic transmission series zf, you should purchase a repair manual zf 5hp19. Manual and automated zf transmissions for trucks, buses, light commercial vehicles and special vehicles with teml 02 label on the type plate. The zf 9hp automatic transmission at a glance car engineer.
Zf 12 speed auto transmission repairmodification with plc we are in service and modification of zfallision automatic transmission. Aug 23, 2014 3d animation of 9hp 9 speed transmission from zf for new mini and range rover evoque. As an example, the co 2 emissions of a sixcylinder engine with a displacement of 2. I decided to test drive some other brands of vehicles. One of the most important, perhaps, is that its extremely compact. Clinton, mo champion oil, a globally recognized industry leader in performance lubricants, additives, chemicals and motor oils for over 58 years, announced today that the champion synthetic globaltrans atf fluid meets or exceeds the specifications for zf 8 and 9 speed transmissions. Jul 30, 20 mercedes details the 9speed automatic transmission. Mopar oil leak dye has not been approved for use with the 8 and 9 speed automatic. The zf 8speed automatic transmission is designed and.
I am very pleased with this transmission service kit. Zf 9 speed atf capacity page 2 jeep renegade forum. The zf 9speed transmission, created to increase vehicle performance level and fuel efficiency on the road, has continued to be problematic for certain jeep, chrysler, acura, fiat. Automatic transmission system for special vehicles and applications. However, due to the many factors influencing the service life of transmissions in individual operation, zf. Zf 5, 6, 8 and 9 speed as well as the zf 4hp20 automatic transmissions are filled maintenancefree with specially developed semisynthetic atf oils. With the 2017 chrysler pacifica, has fca finally sorted the. Sep, 2016 and people really seem to like zfs 8 speed transmission although that was made for longitudinal layouts.
Zf claims that it is able to save an average of 16% in fuel compared with current 6speed automatic transmissions. Automatic transmission system for heavy duty special vehicles and applications. In 20, zf friedrichshafen ag was launching the worlds first ninespeed automatic transmission 9hp for passenger cars with fronttransverse drive. The analysis of the transmission scheme of the 9 speed automatic.
Table of contents introduction how to use this parts book 1. This means the zf 8hp remains the transmission of choice for almost all vehicle classes with a wide range of motorization and drive variants. All about the zf 9hp 9 speed automatic transmission. Oct 18, 2017 the zf 9 speed transmission, created to increase vehicle performance level and fuel efficiency on the road, has continued to be problematic for certain jeep, chrysler, acura, fiat. Dec, 2018 they commissioned zf friedrichshafen group lets just call em zf to build the first 9speed automatic transmission for a consumer vehicle. Especially in a zf 9 speed where 6789 are overdrive gears and would require downshifting more than 1 gear to achieve a reasonable rate of acceleration. Zf, the wellknown german manufacturer of transmissions, has announced it will start producing a 9speed automatic transmission at its factory in greenville, sc. The world of automatic transmissions is dominated today by the brilliant zf 8speed gearbox. Other people have used aisins toyotas fwd 8 speed and its gone well. This new transmission delivers extremely short shifting times and exceptionally smooth shifts. It didnt take long for the transmission to start causing problems. The transmissions are stopstart, hybrid, and allwheeldrive capable. Zf 5hp30 automatic transmission spare parts catalog.
With the 2017 chrysler pacifica, has fca finally sorted. First, it delayed the cherokee release by several weeks 1. March 2, 2018 a chrysler 9speed zf 9hp transmission lawsuit may finally be reaching an end as the automaker and plaintiffs work toward a. Zf is continuing further optimizations in the most important transmission characteristics based on the successful 8hp series. The torque converter and the eight gear steps of zfs 8speed automatic transmission. What you need to know about zfs recent 9speed recall if youre the owner of a jeep cherokee, chrysler 200, jeep renegade, or ram promaster that rolled off the assembly line during 2014 or 2015 and is equipped with a 9speed transmission, you may have recently been surprised by a letter informing you of a transmission recall. Read pdf zf 12 speed as tronic gearbox manual zf 12 speed as tronic gearbox manual how to replace an alternator alternator giving you trouble. In zf 9hp transmission the first one a dog clutch is a driving clutch used. When i went shopping for a 2019 pilot, i selected the exl primarily as it was the highest trim level that used the older 6speed automatic, and i wanted to avoid the extra complexity and other issues of the 9speed transmission.
Land rover has already confirmed that the range rover evoque will get zfs new 9speed transmission. Then analylzes the shift process of zf 9hp automatic transmission based on the expend method of existing method of leverage, and verify the new lever method is correct by calculation. Currently zf manufactures a very good 8 speed automatic, the 8hp, for longitudinal mount applications. Chrysler group llc initially received the 8hp 8 speed automatic transmissions from the zf plant in saarbrucken, germany. It had its debut in the bmw 7 series f01 760li saloon fitted with the v12 engine, and since then each new bmw model in all series down. Zf 9hp automatic transmission transmission mechanics scribd. Mircea gradu, vice president of powertrain, transmission, and driveline engineering, said chrysler had a tremendous contribution. Zf 9 hp equivalent lever speed automatic transmission diagram, and the transmission ratio is obtained by the diagram.
It is a fronttransverse transmission, used in frontwheel drive and allwheel drive vehicles. Zf 4hp22 6hp26 5hp19 5hp24 5hp30 transmission pdf manuals. Thanks to its modular concept, the basic transmission can be upgraded as required. Our firm has handled over 1,000 claims dealing with the struggling performance of the zf 9speed transmission. If you have a zf transmission in your bmw, do not buy into bmws lifetime fill claim. Especially vehicles used in delivery traffic must cope with quick settingoff and frequent stops. Problems with the zfdesigned ninespeed automatic transmission are continuing to pile up, with customer complaints continuing to roll in regarding new jeep, chrysler, and acura models. What you need to know about zfs recent 9speed recall my.
Zf aftermarket lubricants are an important component of all zf transmissions and axles. Transmission catalogue technical data 9 speed transmisions state. Its the new reality of smaller displacements, turbos, and multi speed transmissions. The 8speed automatic transmission reduces overall fuel consumption by at least 6 % compared to present state of the art 2nd generation zf 6speed automatic transmissions. Feb 04, 2015 problems with the zf designed nine speed automatic transmission are continuing to pile up, with customer complaints continuing to roll in regarding new jeep, chrysler, and acura models. The zf 9hp is a nine speed automatic transmission built by zf friedrichshafen ag subsidiary zf transmissions in gray court, south carolina.
In last days was made public a patent for an automatic transmission for a vehicle, applicant fca us llc, inventors berthold martin and glenn giudici. Zfs 9speed 9hp transmission puts dog clutches on the. This is the gearbox thats showing up in the f code bmws. Fca and zf will recall ninespeed automatic gearbox.
Fca and zf issue recall on nine speed automatic transmission. We also tested the manual mode, in which the transmission can be up and downshifted via paddles behind the steering wheel. With the two planned model ranges, the compact innovation covers a torque range between 200 and 480 nm. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Did anyone else on this forum avoid the touring and higher trim. Lockup of torque converter at driving speed thereby shifting without loss. Manual transmission zf meritor offers constant mesh manual transmissions in 9, 10 and speed with a full line of torque ratings from 1,150 to 2,050 lbft. By 20, in parallel with chrysler group, zf had set up a new transmission production plant in gray court, south carolina.
Zf unveiled the worlds first ninespeed transverse automatic transmission in june 2011, starting production in 20. The electronic controls select the right gear for the driving conditions. Zf 9speed automatic problems mount, chrysler releases. Zf 5, 6, 8 and 9speed as well as the zf 4hp20 automatic transmissions are filled maintenancefree with specially developed semisynthetic atf oils. Check the transmission fluid level and adjust as required refer to 21 transmission and transfer caseautomatic 948tefluid and filterstandard procedure. At 160kmh, it took lifting off to get the zf automatic into its ninth and final gear and the engine was still running notably slower than it would have in top gear with a sixspeed. Set contains special service instructions, installation instructions, service information for serve and repair zf gearbox 4hp22, 6hp26, 5hp19, 5hp24, 5hp30. Zf9 speed transmission problems continue to plague jeep. This table, that illustrates what brakeclutchdog clutch should be engaged for each selected gear, shows why, for example, 8th to 4th shift could be problematic. If transmission was completely overhauled and the torque converter was replaced or drained, add 4. We recommend changing oils at regular intervals to ensure optimal performance and long service life for your zf unit. Thanks to the modular principle, different starting elements and allwheel drive applications can be implemented costeffectively even given the restricted installation space conditions with fronttransverse passenger cars. What you need to know about zfs recent 9speed recall. However, the e 350 bluetec isnt the first vehicle to feature the 9speed transmission.