Yes, I screwed up the resistor test referenced on my last post. I did not test the correct pin after tracing the resistor. It is working properly. I have put the sump back on and filled with new dexron III transmission fluid. When cold it is working fairly well, but when warm, it still has a lag ...

Hi Cutlass,

Not sure I understand your last post. The only fluid used in the transmission is Dex III, which I understand to be correct.

Since the last post, I have taken the Bongo back to my own house, propped it on blocks, drained off the ATF and removed the sump. I have tested all of the ...

My Russian is not too good! The garage owner has returned the Bongo to me after cleaning out the sump and replacing the transmission fluid. It does seem to be engaging drive without any initial slippage, but I think I may remove the solenoids and check to see if there is any sludge on the pins. I ...

Many thanks for the pictures. Do you have a pointer to the video, I am not clear on what the test was and the set up, but it looks like the sort of thing I need to do. I also thought to drop out the solenoids and test them on the bench. Is there anything I should know before starting to unbolt things?

I am assuming the oil level is being checked correctly - engine running in Park? If OK I would be surprised if it were a solenoid issue causing this issue, is the same in D & R? If only in D then it isn't a oil level issue. It's an unusual fault but solenoid issues tend (but not exclusively) to be ...

I have a manual, but it has limited information. Can you point me to somewhere I could download this manual.

There are no indicating lights or error messages. I have in the past repaired a faulty solenoid in the EGR system that was giving rise to a flashing glow plug lamp. When put into diagnostic ...

Hello there,

I have a 4x4 Bongo tin top year 2000 which has given a lot of trouble free motoring. Over the last year or so selecting drive has involved giving the engine a rev to get it to jump into gear, sometimes with a bit of a lurch. I also note that if I kick down when pulling up a steep ...