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Re: ZF 5 speed rattles in neutral
Posted to Transmission Forum on 2/19/1999

Damon,

A lot of the noise results from using ATF for lubricant; it doesn't dampen as well as conventional gear lubes. Unfortunatly, using a thicker lube may cause shifting problems in cold weather, so that is not an option. I have heard of people putting fri... Login to read more.