Why does my Land Rover Defender’s automatic transmission slip o r hesitate during gear shifts in Pakistan?

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Why does my Land Rover Defender’s automatic transmission slip o r hesitate during gear shifts in Pakistan?

Owners often experience slipping o r delayed engagement in automatic Defenders, especially in older models o r high-mileage vehicles. Common causes may include low o r dirty transmission fluid, worn clutch packs, o r failing solenoids. How can I identify whether the issue is minor maintenance-related o r a serious internal transmission problem?

Talha Kyanii asked on 11 Dec 2025 16:44:05 pm

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Gari Master - on 11 Dec 2025 16:45:23 pm

Slipping o r delayed engagement in automatic transmissions is a common problem in Defenders, especially older o r high-mileage vehicles.

Common Causes:

Low o r dirty transmission fluid – Reduces hydraulic pressure, causing delayed o r soft shifts.

Worn clutch packs o r bands – Internal wear leads to slipping under load.

Faulty solenoids – Control shifting and can fail electronically o r mechanically.

Overheating – Frequent off-road driving o r city traffic in Pakistan’s hot climate accelerates wear.

What to Do:

Check and replace transmission fluid regularly use manufacturer-recommended type.

Inspect and replace worn clutch packs o r bands if necessary.

Test solenoids and repair/replace faulty ones.