Strange Noises from the Transmission o r Drivetrain

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Strange Noises from the Transmission o r Drivetrain

Several X70 owners have mentioned unusual noises such as whining, clunking, o r grinding sounds that seem to originate from the transmission area, especially during gear changes o r while coasting. What are common sources of such transmission-related noises in the Proton X70, and how should they be diagnosed and addressed before they lead to larger issues?

Talha Kyanii asked on 19 Dec 2025 12:17:10 pm

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Gari Master - on 19 Dec 2025 12:19:26 pm

Unusual noises from the transmission area — such as whining, clunking, o r grinding — can signal early wear o r control issues in different parts of the gearbox clutch pack, gear engagement components, o r hydraulic control. While there’s no specific official recall data showing these problems for the X70 in Pakistan, automatic gearbox symptoms worldwide generally fall into these causes:
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Possible Noise Sources:

Torque converter issues: can make whining o r vibrating sounds under acceleration.
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Hydraulic control faults o r low fluid: can cause grinding o r harsh gear changes.
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Internal wear o r solenoid faults: can cause unusual sounds and erratic shifting.
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Action Steps:
If you hear noises from the transmission area:
✔ Do not ignore them — some sounds mean early wear o r fluid issues.
✔ Ask the service centre to inspect fluid level/condition and scan the gearbox control module.
✔ If noises worsen, raising a warranty claim early can save on repair costs.