Postby pauljygrant » Tue Nov 02, 2010 3:09 am
Hi All, after a frustrating weekend working on the car, I need all your help!
My 2005 2.5TD has about 65K miles and was due a service so as I have done many times in the past, I carried out the following:
Drain engine oil, replace filter and add new oil.
Replace diesel fuel filter
Drain auto gearbox oil and refill with same amount of Nissan Matic J as specified here in Australia. (approx 3.5litres - dip stick level ok, when hot and in neutral).
Replaced air filter.
Spray small amount of WD40 onto belts to stop squeals.
Immediately after this work, the car was noticeably lacking in acceleration, especially when cold trying to reverse out of the drive - it barely moves at all after being left all night (the car is parked on a downward slope if that means anything).
During driving, it is sluggish, but will eventually climb to normal speeds. Kickdown feels a bit slower than it used to be
I initially suspected fuel starvation so replaced the new fuel filter with the old one, but no better. I am now thinking that it may have something to do with the gear box oil being changed....any thoughts? (I did the gearbox oil / radiator bypass last service, so that can be rulled out).
Willing to listen to any ideas - unfortunately, since I did several bits of the service at the same time, not sure which one has caused the issue.
looking forward to hearing from you all.
Regards, Paul