Zf6hp26 Manual

16-09-2021
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Check, Drain, and Refill, ZF 6HP26 and 6HP28 Transmission Fluid with ZF Lifeguard6 or derivatives like Mercon SP. Check fill to spill between 40-50 degrees C.

Ford 6R60/75/80 (ZF6HP26) Forward Clutch (A) O.Dr. Clutch Hub Forward Clutch Hub Direct Clutch Hub Ext. Forward Planet C 2WD Only 10 11 44 44 34 31 33 101 102 100 1 86 Case Valve Body Solenoids Oil Pan and Filter Manual Linkage E-Module Case Connector 150 148 2013.1.0 2.30-2. The ZF 6HP26/6R60/6R80 6-Speed automatic transmission, manufactured by ZF Getriebe, has found its way into a wide range of vehicles, from BMW’s to Range Rovers, Jaguar’s, Rolls Royce’s, and a wide range of Fords. It is, by most accounts, a great driving experience. Unfortunately, it is not without its share of common faults. RevMax brings you the best ZF 6HP19 / 6HP26 Rebuilt, Updated Transmission Valve Body, the high quality computer dyno tested valve body. This transmission is known by multiple names including: 6HP26, ZF-6HP26, ZF6HP26, 6HP26X, 09E, ZF-6HP26A61 ZF-6HP26 Rebuild Kit ZF6HP26 Transmission Master Banner Overhaul Set OPT Product Code: OPT-ZF-6HP26-RB.

BMW Transmission Fault! Drive moderately P,R,N, D3 and D5 available Ranges may be engaged without depressing parking brake. Please contact the nearest BMW center is a common message that you get on the screen of your BMW Transmission Malfunction, Jaguar ( Gearbox fault gear box failure ), Range Rover, Bentley, Aston Martin or Rolls Royce if you have a ZF transmission 6hp26 6hp28 6hp32 6hp19 6hp21 and Ford 6R80

If you are getting that transmission malfunction / transmission fault message on your BMW Jaguar (gearbox fault gear box failure) Range Rover Ford or Hyundai then this web site is dedicated entirely to fixing that issue. That is the same message that I got on my BMW 750li 2006 e65 e66 with just 32,000 miles the next day after the purchase. My transmission is 6hp26 pretty much the same as 6hp28 6hp32 , and has similar structure to 6hp19 6hp21 gearbox. Very soon I was at one of the Chicago land BMW dealers paying $1400+ for “trying” to fix it, dealer dropped the oil pan, replaced the mechatronic adapter seal and installed a new oil filter/pan and put a proper amount of ZF Lifeguard 6 transmission fluid in to the gear box and told me that everything is fine. The next day I got the same message. I went back to the dealer and they quoted me $1100+ just for trying to locate what the problem is, they said that is the minimum that they will charge me. Since I was already down $1400 I figured it is time for me to try and fix it myself. I made a detailed video and posted it on youtube on how I fixed it so you can fix it yourself / do it yourself. The link should be available below. If you are in Chicago land you can rent my garage/ my lift /my tools for the weekend for $200 total and fix it yourself. When it comes to parts here is the list of all the parts that are REQUIRED and NOT REQUIRED but advisable for you to have prior to getting under your car.

Zf6hp26 Repair Manual Pdf

To be 100% sure that this is your problem, simply warm up the car, drive for 30-45-50 minutes. You have to warm up the car because the cracked plastic at the mechatronic / mekhatronik bridge seal becomes more loose and rubber around the plastic starts to leak oil and does not build as much pressure when the oil is warm. Then after driving 30+min find an incline that is 20+% grade like a driveway, drive nose forward onto the incline the front of the car should be higher than the back, at least 20-30% incline. Then while you on that incline, preferably a driveway put your car into R reverse see if it engages, drive in reverse for a few seconds, then put the car into D, see if it engages driver forward, do this a few times, then try to cycle from R to P from P to D from D to P etc… See if you car starts to have issues, basically if the message will come up during that time then this is exactly the problem I am talking about. If instead of going in reverse when you put in R it goes forward, or vise versa then again it is exactly the same issue. If you need to restart the car for the message to go away again it is the problem I am talking about. If you can’t get out of Park without restarting your car then again it is all the same problem with the mechatronic bridge seal.

The root cause of the problem is the part that looks like the one below. It is called a Mechatronic Bridge Seal adapter. The problem with the part is that it is made of plastic and a piece of rubber. The plastic eventually cracks, ones the plastic cracks the oil pressure is not sufficient to be transferred from mechatronic unit to the transmission itself. That Mechatronic bridge seal cracks all the time on all 6hp26 6hp28 6hp32 and same design different part number for (6hp19 6hp21). The zf transmission 6hp26 6hp28 6hp32 6hp34 6hp19 6hp21 was put on many different BMW, Range Rovers, Land Rovers, Jaguars, Hyundai, Ford, Bentley, Aston Martin, Rolls Royce the more exhaustive list is below.

Looking at the big picture and not only in theory but at BMW dealer the only part they would replace is

Mechatronic Seal Adapter ZF 6HP26 & 6HP28 & 6HP32 &(ford 6R80)

The above part is sold as either BMW/ZF part or an aftermarket part, please buy an OEM product it should have a stamp ZF inside of it. (you can buy the whole kit from me, link is below)

Zf6hp26 rebuild manual

The reason I said the only part they would replace because that what it says in the bulletin for BMW when the car comes for the warranty, CPO non BMW warranty usually does not cover this kind of repair.

Besides being made of plastic and rubber, the REAL reason why this part breaks, are the 4 other seals that nobody usually replaces anywhere, not BMW dealer, not independent mechanics, nobody, BUT if you don’t replace them in about 10,000 you will get exactly the same problem, and you will have to repeat the service. The part that you also HAVE TO or NEED to replace while you are replacing the Mechatronic bridge Seal Adapter are the 4 tube seals that are hard to find but are for sale.

4 seal tubes for ZF transmission 24107519314

These 4 tubes provide a kind of vibration dampening for the mechatronic unit that attaches to the transmission, over time these 4 tubes sink into the transmission and become flush with the transmission, and that causes the Mechatronic Bridge seal to be under more stress and thus causing the failure.

Zf 6hp26 Manual Pdf

Now, one other part you will also need is the Mechatronic Sealing Sleeve (that is the one I got charged $1400 for replacing), I don’t feel very bright about it and have a slight feeling of being ripped off.

mechatronic seal kit OEM ZF all you need to fix your transmission faultWhile at BMW, BMW dealers usually puts the OLD fluid back in and top it off with the new ZF transmission fluid Lifeguard 6 That ZF lifeguard 6 cost about $30 per liter, for the whole procedure you will need about 9-10 liters

Now here is where you can either “SAVE” a lot or not. In theory you can put the old transmission fluid back into transmission if you are about to sell the car, or you can buy about $300 worth of new ZF transmission fluid (as I did to my car). Or you can save a ton by buying 9-10 liters of Ford Mercon SP fluid that in theory exactly the same as ZF transmission and save $200+ instead of buying the new ZF lifeguard. So if you going to be my client, instead of putting the old transmission fluid back in, and not having enough $ to put a new ZF transmission lifeguard 6 in, at least spend some $ on Ford Mercon SP fluid. It will be a proper repair.

Manual

In regards to OIL PAN / filter. The OEM oil Pan/Filter cost around $140. If you decide to put a new filter/pan, the reason I write pan/filter because it is ALL IN ONE, filter and PAN in one, there are some sellers that sell just the filter but there is no way to install just the filter into the pan, you don’t have to but it is advisable to put a new filter/pan into your transmission. Aftermarket oil pan/filters could be found for about $40, aftermarket one might leak oil after the repair.

6HP26/28/32 part number: 1068 298 075 01

6hp19 6hp21 part number: 0501 216 244 01

If you don’t replace the filter/pan, then you at least need to replace the gasket on top of the filter, otherwise there won’t be enough pressure built. These gaskets are:

Zf6hp26 Manual

O.-Ring Suction Tube Plastic Pan: 0501 319 012 01

If any of that been helpful please leave a like on my videos. If you are in Chicago land simply bring your car over to my garage in Fox Lake, IL and I can take care of it over the weekend, please bring all the parts as well. You can help if you want. Also if you want to do the repair yourself, you can rent my lift and all of my tools / equipment for the weekend for $200 total, you can start Friday evening, and have to finish by Sunday evening. Make sure to have all the parts with you.

Also redline D6 ATF might be equivalent to Shell M-1375 (ZF Lifeguard 6 oil) but Motorcraft Mercon SP is still cheaper

Total dealer charge for this kind of repair is about $2700 without new oil, without new filter (that is in Chicago land), could me more or less elsewhere.

  • Keep in mind not to over tighten the bolts otherwise the plastic seal will crack.
  • However, I advise all of my clients to come back in 2 weeks so I could check that there is no oil leaking from any of the bolts, not tightening enough will cause hot oil to go through the seal, usually the problem with aftermarket pans.
  • Wear gloves with the plastic knuckle cover otherwise you will burn your knuckles while closing down the filler plug.
  • When putting the mechatronic unit back into the transmission MAKE SURE the parking break lever is in proper position and fits the hole, it is hard to see if there is not enough light.
  • The sealing sleeve should fit tight so that the lever on the bottom would close properly. If you won’t close it properly the oil will leak from the back of the mekhatronic sleeve.

Here is the video of the repair:

Below are some messages and models where this problem is common. Don’t replace your transmission yet if you have any of the cars below, try just replacing the bridge seal adapter.

Transmission Fault- Drive Moderately

Transmission Fault, only P, N, R, D3 and D5 are available, drive moderately

Transmission issue, transmission problem, gear not engaging, instead of R going into D, instead of D goes into R. Gear goes back to P.

Your transmission type:

Transmission Kit for 6hp26 you can get here: 6hp26 6hp28

6hp26:
2001 –2008 BMW 7 Series E65 730i, 735i, 745i, 760i, 730d and 740d E66 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
2002 – 2005 Jaguar XK8 / XKR X100 2003 2004 Gear box fault Gearbox failure
2003 – 2012 Aston Martin DB9 2003 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
2003 – 2010 BMW 5 Series E60 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
2003 – 2010 BMW 6 Series E63 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
2003 – 2008 Jaguar S-Type 2004 2005 2006 2007
2003 – 2009 Jaguar XJ (X350) 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
2003 – 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 2011
2004 – 2006 BMW X5 (E53) V8
2005 – 2011 BMW 3 Series (E90)
2005 – 2016 Ford Falcon (BF,[7] FG,[8] FG X turbocharged inline-six and V8)
2005 – 2014 Ford Territory (SY AWD;[9] SZ petrol)[10]
2006 – 2010 Jaguar XK/XKR (X150)
2007 – 2013 BMW X5 (E70), except 4.0d
2007 – 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
2007 – present Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
2008 – 2012 Aston Martin DBS V12
2008 – 2012 BMW 7 Series F01 , except 740d xDrive, 760i/Li and Hybrid 7
2008 – 2011 Kia Mohave
2008 – 2012 Jaguar XF (X250)
2006 – 2009 Bentley Arnage
2008 – 2011 Bentley Brooklands
2010 – 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
2011 Hyundai Equus

6HP28: Transmission Repair Kit same as Above 6hp26.
2009 – 2012 Jaguar XF (X250)
2009 – 2014 Jaguar XK (X150)
2010 – 2012 Jaguar XJ (X351)

6hp26X Kit is same as above for all wheel drive with external gear box.

2003 – 2013 Range Rover
2006 – 2013 Range Rover Sport, 4.4- and 5.0-litre AJV8 models
2005 – 2013 Land Rover Discovery
2007 BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d (some models)
2005 – 2011 BMW 330d (E90/91) Xdrive

6hp32 Kit same as above:

BMW E65 745d (LCI)

6hp26A 6hp28A 6hp32A Your figure 8 item is different from 6hp26, the 6hp26A comes with internal all wheel drive, and the kit is different from 6hp26X (external all wheel drive/ rear wheel drive 6hp26). Kit for 6hp26A 6hp28A 6hp32A is here: 6hp26A 6hp28A

Zf6hp26 Service Manual

2002 –present Volkswagen Phaeton (Typ 3D)
2003 –2009 Audi A8 (D3, Typ 4E)
2006 –2009 Audi S8 (D3, Typ 4E)
2003 –present Bentley Continental GT
2005 –present Bentley Continental Flying Spur
2006 – 2011 Audi S6 (C6, Typ 4F)
2008 – 2010 Audi RS6 (C6, Typ 4F)
Volkswagen Paheton 5.0 V10 TDI (6hp-32A, internal 4×4)

6HP19 Transmission kit: ZF 6hp19Z 6hp19 6hp21
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
BMW X3
2009–2012 Hyundai Genesis Sedan 4.6 liter V8
BMW 520i (E60)
BMW 530i, (E60), pre-LCI
BMW 630i, (E63), pre-LCI
BMW 325i, 330i, 335i (E90), pre-LCI
BMW 116i, 118i, 120i (E87), pre-LCI
6HP19A
Applications[edit]
Audi (B6) S4 (Typ 8E/8H)
Audi (B7) S4 (Typ 8E/8H)
VW Phaeton (Typ 3D)
VW Touareg (Typ 7L)
Audi Q7 (Typ 4L)
Audi A6 (Typ C6/4F) 3.0 TDI / 3.2 FSI

(6HP19 1071 010, 6HP19 1071 010, 6HP19X 1071 020, 6HP19A 1071 040, 6HP21 1071 030, 6HP21x 1070 050 ) All are the same kit as above ZF 6hp19Z 6hp19 6hp21.

Parts numbers etc:
0501 219 952 01
0501 319 279 01
0501 319 280 01
0734 317 370 01
0734 317 371 01
0734 317 372 01
0501 319 279 01
0501 319 280 01
0501 319 281 01
0501 216 272 01
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The ZF 6HP26/6R60/6R80 6-Speed automatic transmission, manufactured by ZF Getriebe, has found its way into a wide range of vehicles, from BMW’s to Range Rovers, Jaguar’s, Rolls Royce’s, and a wide range of Fords. It is, by most accounts, a great driving experience. Unfortunately, it is not without its share of common faults. Here you will find some of the faults we’ve come across on more than one occasion. See the bottom of the page for a list of vehicles that have this transmission.

Separator Plate / Accumulators

The valve body (hydraulic control unit) in the ZF6HP26/6R60/6R80 automatic transmission is an unfortunate weak point in the design. Inside the valve body are a number of components that wear down relatively quickly. When this happens, drivers may experience a range of problems with the transmission’s shifting, including harsh changes, sliding shifts, and even the triggering of failsafe mode. To fix this problem, the valve body must be removed from the transmissions, completely stripped down, and the worn components replaced.

Juddering

Zf6hp26

Particularly common in Range Rover Sports, the torque converter commonly fails in these transmissions. The only fix is to replace the converter. If a transmission judder is noticed the problem should be addressed as soon as possible, as debris from the torque converter’s internal components can cause severe damage to the rest of the transmission if left.

Transmission Failsafe

Zf6hp26 Rebuild Manual

If the transmission goes into failsafe and is accompanied by gear ratio codes, particularly 4, 5, or 6 gears, the fault is likely being caused by worn bushes. The fix is to strip down the transmission completely and replace the bushes.

Vehicles Running the ZF6HP26/6R60/6R80 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

This list should be used as a guide only, there may be exceptions (cross-over models, for example) where a vehicle on this list is not running a 6HP26 automatic transmission, and there may be vehicles not on the list that are.

  • 2001–2008 BMW E65/E66 7 Series
  • 2002–2005 Jaguar XK8/XKR
  • 2003–2008 Jaguar S-Type
  • 2004–2009 Jaguar XJ
  • 2003–present BMW E63/E64 6 Series
  • 2003–present Range Rover
  • 2003-2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (2003)
  • 2007-present Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé
  • 2004–2006 BMW E53 X5 V8
  • 2003–present BMW E60 5 Series
  • 2005–present BMW E90 3 Series
  • 2005–present Land Rover Discovery
  • 2005–present Ford Falcon (BF, FG)
  • 2005–present Ford Territory (AWD Versions)
  • 2005–2008 Lincoln Navigator
  • 2006–present Jaguar XK/XKR
  • 2006–present Range Rover Sport
  • 2007–present BMW E70 X5
  • 2007–2012 Maserati Quattroporte
  • 2008–2012 BMW F01/02 7 Series (except 760i/Li and Hybrid 7)
  • 2008–2011 Kia Mohave
  • 2009–present Hyundai Genesis V8 4.6L
  • 2009–present Jaguar XF
  • 2006-2009 Bentley Arnage
  • 2008-2011 Bentley Brooklands
  • 2002–present Volkswagen Phaeton (Typ 3D)
  • 2003–2009 Audi A8 (D3, Typ 4E)
  • 2003–present Bentley Continental GT
  • 2005–present Bentley Continental Flying Spur
  • 2006–present Audi S6 (C6, Typ 4F)
  • 2008–2010 Audi RS6 (C6, Typ 4F)