Hi All,


I noticed 2 items listed within a service schedule at a specialist,

Air con lubrication
Air bag compressor brass connector/bush replacement or clean

Are the above important as I have no evidence of them being done within the SH and I haven’t had them done within my 20 months ownership.

I had a new gearbox sump/filter and fresh ZF life lube fitted when I purchased the car. The filter/sump came from euro car parts. I don’t have any leaks so it’s fitted well but I have slight paranoia about such an important item being non standard/genuine. Should I change for a LR version or should I stop worrying!

I can detect gear changes especially 1st to 2nd, it’s not harsh or clunky but it’s noticeable. Would I benefit from a mega flush or would the oil and sump change have been adequate? It was done approx 4k miles ago.

Thanks 2012 4.4 TDV8 Vogue Santorini black ivory leather

Just had my a/c recharged, had the car 5 yrs this August & noticed the a/c wasn’t working the other day. Apparently the a/c guy recommends a check up every 2 or 3 years & a re-gas comes with a lubricant. That’ll answer your first question😁, compressor, no idea.
Had my gearbox megaflushed 5 years ago, following year had the gearbox filter changed and this year, Ian Bodsworth came down & did another megaflush & all the other oils. All under the banner of ‘preventative maintenance’ or oil ocd…..take your pick🤣
Gearbox filter change only gets rid of 40% of the oil (I believe) it’s up to the individual, my mind is clear for another 5 yrs.
Hope this helps. 2012 Orkney Grey Westminster 4.4TDV8 with Ivory interior.........nice!
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