This blog is also available as a video here. Prior to contacting us about parts or exchange units, it’s useful to first take a look at the ZF ID plate on the gearbox in question. To help you, we’ve created this blog to show you how to read the ID plate so that you can […]
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How to check an Ecosplit transmission for a worn In gear detent
This blog is also available as a video here. Is your gearbox dropping out of gear? There are a number of explanations for this. One common fault, especially if the gear lever is moving in the cab, is a worn In gear detent. The position of the in gear detent varies depending on which type and […]
Video: Checking for worn In gear detent on an Ecosplit transmission
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How to remove and refit a leaking output seal on the 6S850 gearbox
This information is also available as a video here. Removal To remove a leaking output seal on the 6S850 gearbox, you’ll first have to remove the 22mm bolt which connects the output flange to the rest of the unit. The bolt is tightened to 150 newton metres so you’ll need an air gun to remove it. […]
The Ecodrive Repair Process
At Ecodrive, our mission is to keep all of our customers moving. We know how frustrating it can be for stranded drivers, and we understand the commercial implications of any downtime. That’s why we aim to get all repairs carried out as quickly, and cost-effectively as possible. From breakdown to back on the road: first […]
Video: Removing and refitting a leaking output seal on the 6S850 gearbox
How to remove and re-fit a complete GS3 Shift Actuator unit
This information is also available as a video here. When a GS3 unit is in a vehicle, there is a pneumatic air feed into the pressure regulator, an electrical connection from the clutch actuator and an electrical connection from the vehicle wiring harness in place. These will need to be removed before any work is […]
Video: Removing and re-fitting a complete GS3 Shift Actuator unit
This video demonstrates how to remove and re-fit a GS3 Shift Actuator onto an AS Tronic gearbox. This information is also available as a blog here.
How to detect and rectify an air leak on an AS Tronic Shift Actuator
This blog post has been created to show you how to diagnose an air leak on an AS Tronic Shift Actuator, how to remove the faulty part and what to do about a replacement. This information is also available as a video here. Diagnosis Feed air into the system. This can be done either from […]