Renault Megane automatic 1998 done 89,000 K's on the clock, had a cambelt change a week again, because mechanic said I needed to change the cambelt. Initially went in for problem with battery terminals worn out.Car was starting intermitently.No problems with automatic transmission at all, car ran smoothly before it went in to the mechanics.Mechanics did a diagnositic check on the car.After getting the car back, I notice the gears started jerking when changing gears,Could the changing of the cambelt do this.Like when I shift it into drive, its like the whole car jerks forward, did the transmission flush, oil checkand its still causing me problems.
chebry,
Jul 23, 3:10pm
Disconnecting the battery may have upset the engine/transmission programm check with a Renault mechanic/dealer
the-lada-dude,
Jul 23, 3:18pm
as above, jazz will know more, but you may actually be able to reload the computer memory yourself this car will probably have the al-4 auto trans. if the trans has never had an oil change, DO IT SOON these auto's are notoriousfor spitting the dummy, most usually thru lack of servicing, anything to add jazz !
fiatracer,
Jul 23, 3:22pm
it may have affected trans computer - driving it may make it settle down, but be warned - Renault Megane autos are notoriously unreliable and fail, even at low mileages. My parents have had two of these [Megane Scenics] and the first had total trans failure at around 90,000
budgel,
Jul 23, 3:50pm
Why on earth would they buy another one!
splinter67,
Jul 23, 3:57pm
Didnt learn the first time LOL
fiatracer,
Jul 23, 5:01pm
yep. Mainly because of the accessibility [seat height, etc] but I was surprised they bought another
thejazzpianoma,
Jul 23, 8:14pm
You probably know a lot more about Megane's than me actually! (My frenchie knowledge is limited and my Renault knowledge almost non-existent)
I agree with what you are saying though, hopefully it won't be the AL4, as that's the one (if my memory serves me correctly) that you can't even do a filter change on without disassembling it on the bench.
Its a pig of a thing as it just winds up swimming in its own filth until such time as either something blocks up or the friction from all the rubbish wears something out. This typically happens anywhere from 80'000 -160'000km depending on the sort of use it has.
Many frenchies had them unfortunately and that's why you don't see me recommending Citroen C5's and the like even though they are a lot of car for the money.
The other transmission that was popular in some of those vehicles was serviceable though and a filter kit can be obtained cheaply.
Either way, find out and get on to it. If its an AL4 you can at least do a fluid change which will help prolong its life a bit further. Unless of course its already about to die in which case it may speed things along.
the-lada-dude,
Jul 23, 8:20pm
go to googleand look uprenaultmegane auto transmissonproblems ! that'll keep you entertained for awhile just ask around b4 you go to the dealer !try renault wreckers, they may put you on to someone that knows there shi.
thejazzpianoma,
Jul 23, 8:25pm
LOL, That was quick, note my edit above (wouldn't want to put you crook for further reference). I had my transmission codes backwards. The ole brain gets a bit iffy on the recall when I have tired days!
mugenb20b,
Jul 24, 12:24am
What's it cost to rebuild them!
the-lada-dude,
Jul 24, 5:18pm
hi bojan,well, not being cheeky, but, how long is a piece of string !i think these are a fairly simple auto, so here's a guess, probably the thick end of $ 3-- 3500not including in / out labour cost, i have talked to a firm in auckland that supplies all parts for just about any automatic g / b ever inventedtrade prices etcan example.approx $1050 for all parts to o / h ford cl4 ' mondeo 'let me know if you want more info on parts Co
mugenb20b,
Jul 24, 7:41pm
Thanks Rob. So, parts are around $1k mark, that's good to know. There seems to be a lot of Renaults with stuffed trannies, so doing one up may be worth doing.
thejazzpianoma,
Jul 24, 7:50pm
If you go to the trouble of doing one up to keep, apparently if you change the transmission fluid super regularly in them (like just about annually) they do actually last a good while. Basically the idea is to take as much load off the non-serviceable transmission filter as possible.
Personally. I wouldn't bother. There are plenty of other cheap Euro's you can buy cheap with problems that are much easier to fix. I suppose though because you have access to a hoist the job is at least easier for you.
I seem to remember some rebuild guides on one of the Citroen forum's which may be of help.
Also. on the subject. Watch out for that piece of poo transmission in other makes, it shows up all over the shop from Alfa 166's to even some Nissan Maxima's (if my memory serves correct).
The Japanese get it both way's with this transmission, they ruined some good European cars and then got to sell more of their own vehicles as it ruined the reputation of their opposition.
mugenb20b,
Jul 25, 12:42am
Hmmm.that sounds like my Honda.a non servicable filter (idiots!), so I'm guessing it's got a strainer type filter! I like the Scenic, it looks like a lot of car for the money, so if I can find one not too far from here, I might get one. I need a project car (who doesn't!).
Apologies to OP for hijacking the thread.
mugenb20b,
Jul 25, 12:46am
That's true. I am keeping my eyes open, but on the other hand, there's people out there who are willing to pay some crazy money for a non functioning car.
the-lada-dude,
Jul 25, 12:49am
yep your probably right jazz my man, thatAL4G / B is used in heaps of euro stuffare they still using it in newer cars ! don't think so but you right there bojan you see heaps of nice euro stuff with buggered tranies,i'm sure any body with mechanical nouse( suprisingly that eliminates heaps of so called mechanics )would rebuild one of these, most of the trouble with these units are the two solinoids that control pressure and gear changes ( from memory )hey might take a couple or three goes to get it right, but then your away. and the next one is easy,money for jam !
passionella,
Jul 26, 2:30am
thanks guys for all your advice .took it to another mechanic and he said the two bolts of my back renault engine that holds the mount to the enginehad disappeared.He replace the bolts and the car now runs fine.The gears are okay now.But thanks heaps for all the advice out there .
supernova2,
Jul 26, 5:42am
Looks like the first job wasn't quite finished before car given back to customer.
msigg,
Jul 26, 2:07pm
get rid of it while its still going.
the-lada-dude,
Jul 26, 2:37pm
Ug.!so simple,i think we actually suggested this was a possible cause didn't we jazz!
thejazzpianoma,
Jul 26, 3:03pm
LOL, good call. Really glad you got it sorted so easily OP. Glad they checked the simple stuff first! (Unlike me).
thejazzpianoma,
Jul 26, 3:08pm
This is true. its possibly a bit different the market down there too. I am lucky because I enjoy looking at whats for sale so much I look every day, that keeps me and my friends/family well supplied with fun new toys for very little cash.
I like your idea though of picking something others are scared of. Also, picking a car you really like (as you seem to be doing) and then getting to know it inside and out (especially the common faults) puts you in a really good position. Once you have pre-priced things and have a good feel for the market then its just patience, you will known when you really have a bargain by that time so you can jump all over something good like Hefner with Viagra.
the-lada-dude,
Jul 27, 12:51am
b4 you go to far bojan, i'll double check on some parts prices 4 uor i'll give you a telephone # so you can check out yourselfbest sure than sorry
mugenb20b,
Jul 27, 1:11am
Thanks Rob, I appreciate your help and will let you know before I do anything silly.
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