For commercial vehicle workshops and fleet maintenance teams working with ZF’s advanced TraXon transmissions, having the right tools is essential. The kit to disassemble/assemble the ZF TraXon Gearbox, available from Eclipse, offers a comprehensive solution for servicing these gearboxes efficiently and safely.
Here, we take a closer look at this kit and highlight its key features.
Understanding the ZF TraXon Gearbox
Introduced in 2014, the ZF TraXon is a modular automated manual transmission (AMT) designed for heavy-duty applications. Available in 12- and 16-speed configurations, it’s renowned for its efficiency, smooth shifting, and adaptability across various vehicle types. Manufacturers such as DAF, IVECO, and MAN have integrated the TraXon into their trucks and buses since 2017, making it a common sight in modern commercial fleets.
Why Disassemble and Reassemble the TraXon?
Over time, even robust systems like the TraXon may exhibit issues such as unusual noises, metal shavings in the oil, or shifting irregularities. Addressing these problems often requires a complete teardown and rebuild of the gearbox. Proper disassembly and reassembly are crucial to ensure the longevity and performance of the transmission, necessitating specialised tools to handle the intricate components safely and accurately.
What’s Included in the Kit?
The kit, designated as Cojali reference 50105173, encompasses a range of tools tailored for the TraXon gearbox:
- 11-Ball Bearing Puller: Designed to remove the main shaft’s 11-ball bearing.
- Support and Positioning Tools: Ensure the gearbox housing and components are securely held during maintenance.
- Protection Tools: Safeguard sensitive parts like cylinders and housings during disassembly.
- Seal Assembly Tools: Facilitate the correct installation of external seals on various gearbox sections.
- Primary Shaft and Fork Tools: Assist in the precise removal and installation of the primary shaft and fork axles.
- Synchroniser Ring Assembly Kits: Available in 3-piece and 6-piece sets for different synchroniser configurations.
- Brake Plunger Assembly Tool: Ensures accurate installation of the brake plunger.
- Oil Tube Positioning Tools: Aid in correctly placing oil lines and the clutch housing.
Each tool is crafted to meet OEM specifications, ensuring compatibility and reliability during gearbox servicing.
Training and Support
To complement the toolkit, Jaltest offers a dedicated training course focusing on the ZF TraXon gearbox. This course covers the gearbox’s operation, common failures, and hands-on assembly and disassembly procedures, enhancing technicians’ proficiency and confidence in handling these complex systems.
Please contact us to learn more about the range of training and support offered at Eclipse, or click here.
Availability and Pricing
The Kit to Disassemble/Assemble the ZF TraXon Gearbox is available for purchase through Eclipse at a price of £3,200 excluding VAT. Please note that there is a two-week lead time for this product.
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