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08-27-2018, 09:26 PM | #16 |
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Newer cars.. not common at all.
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08-28-2018, 09:43 AM | #17 |
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Agreed but it seems to be the norm if you want to drive anything from GM. I use to love my Camaro. While it is still fun to drive I can honestly say that it's more of a headache than it's worth. When others tell me they want one I simply tell them to buy anything else and pull the repair tickets out as proof.
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08-28-2018, 09:49 AM | #18 |
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12.5K miles on a '16 and the shudder just started for me. So disappointing
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08-28-2018, 01:29 PM | #19 |
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Safe to say a buyer can minimize risk by going with m6?
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08-28-2018, 01:37 PM | #20 |
Drives: 2016 1ss Join Date: Aug 2016
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My car seems to have the exact trouble too ( #16-NA-175 ) .
In my research it seems this problem exists across all GM products with this trans. Shame on GM. Taking my Camaro into the Dealer so we shall see ... |
08-28-2018, 02:03 PM | #21 |
Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Fifty Join Date: Oct 2016
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After reading some posts on here and the Corvette Forum I decided to install the Range AFM disabler. https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...er-butter.html
The device plugs into the OBDII port and prevents the A8 from going in and out of 4 cyc mode. I thought I was imagining that the transmission shifts better with the Range unit. I purchased it directly from Range to be sure I got the latest software version. My 1-2 shift is definitely better with the unit and the transmission is smoother and more responsive. I had the shutter and flush performed and just want to try and protect the Torque Converter as much as possible. We should not have to deal with this crap but it is what it is. |
08-28-2018, 02:52 PM | #22 |
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At what point can the communities of Silverado, Sierra, Colorado, Canyon, Corvette, Camaro, ATS-V, CTS-V (did I miss any) come together and form some kind of large case against GM on this horrible blunder???
At the VERY least, an extended warranty on the 8 speed is in order here. I myself don't have many miles on my car, so I haven't gone through any bad issues with my A8, although I have had the shudder also (its pretty obvious when it happens...its like hitting side of the road rumble strips on an otherwise smooth road), but its pretty obvious this TC + the tune they are using is a mess.
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08-28-2018, 03:09 PM | #23 |
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I believe Buick uses the A8 as well. Agree that GM should stand behind the Transmission issue and give a lifetime warranty on it.
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08-28-2018, 04:19 PM | #24 |
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good lord man. That is wild. That is the definition of a lemon right there. To the OP, The Consensus is the only really permanent fix is a new converter and then a trans tune.
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08-29-2018, 08:15 AM | #25 | |
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This is what I've read also. A tune to zero out the slip.
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08-29-2018, 08:42 AM | #26 | |
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Yep. Tune out the slip, And I think locking the converter in the higher gears Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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08-29-2018, 08:50 AM | #27 | |
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For what it’s worth, I own an A8 2017SS That, thankfully has not given me much issue with the shuddering. I have driven an A8 ss 2016 that had an aftermarket trans tune and the difference is unbelievable. Felt like a completely different car. There is a ton of potential in the trans tune alone. I’m considering an aftermarket trans tune for mine, or either trading in for a 6speed. I love the car, don’t love the transmission. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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08-29-2018, 09:46 AM | #28 |
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I sold my 16 A8 for a 18 M6 to get away from this. My TC was changed at 12k miles and still worked perfect at 20k miles. I just didn't want to risk it coming back and, honestly, missed driving a manual.
The other factor for me was that my 16 had the headliner replaced so the rear package shelf rattled badly after. My fingers are crossed that the 18 will be without issues that require a dealer to touch it. Once a car has been taken apart it seems they are never quite the same. |
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