Are Vauxhall Vivaro vans reliable?

Tough, practical, and with surprisingly good fuel economy, the Vauxhall Vivaro ticks all the boxes for value for money. It’s hugely reliable too, with each version – ranging from panel van to passenger carrier – offering a comfortable ride.

How many miles does a Vauxhall Vivaro last?

It’s possible to get a Vivaro of this generation for as little as £7000, but it’ll have a heck of a mileage on it – expect over 150,000 miles.

What oil goes in a Vauxhall Vivaro gearbox?

Oil Viscosity Classification SAE: 75W-80.

Does a Vauxhall Vivaro have a Cambelt?

Vauxhall Vivaro (01-14) running costs & value The 2.0-litre CDTi is fitted with a cam chain, rather than a cambelt. It’s maintenance-free, which cuts down on the time needed to service this model. Plus every Vivaro has a stainless steel exhaust, which lasts much longer than a standard steel one.

How much does it cost to replace injectors on a Vauxhall Vivaro?

The price of an injector replacement on Opel Vivaro: For a part you will have around 200 to 300 euros on online sales sites and excluding labor.

What is classed as high mileage on a diesel van?

Today’s modern vans are engineered to last – and 100,000 miles showing on the clock is commonplace. There’s even stories of Transits reaching 200,000 and beyond – but if you are considering spending your hard-earned cash purchasing a ‘High Miler’, it can be a case of ‘buyer beware’.

How much oil does a Vivaro gearbox take?

Usually 2.6-2.7L, don’t overfill it. Depending on your gearbox code the amount differs so look it up.

How much oil does a Renault Trafic gearbox take?

Premium Member. The gearboxes will need 2.4 litres from empty,do not fill the box using the overflow method at the level hole,just drain it and refill with 2.4 litres and then refit the level plug.

How often should you change the timing chain on a Vauxhall Vivaro?

Also, I have been told that the timing chain, unlike a cam/timing belt, does not necessarily need replacing at a certain mileage (my van has done just under 79,000 miles) & in fact, so long as the oil (being synthetic oil) & filter are changed annually, the timing chain will normally last for the life of the engine and …

What does the ECO button do on a Vivaro?

Pressing the Eco mode button on the dashboard will increase the efficiency of the Vivaro further, engaging a more efficient engine map with slower throttle response and less power. This mode will also indicate with a green, yellow or orange light how economically the van is being driven.

What kind of gearbox does a Vauxhall Vivaro have?

Common Gearbox Problems. The PF6 gearbox is a 6 speed manual transmission; it supersedes the earlier PK Type gearbox. Fitted in the Renault Master & Traffic, Vauxhall Vivaro and Movano and Nissan Primaster . The PF is a manual gearbox with 3 shafts and a crown wheel. Unfortunately these gearbox’s are prone to bearing failure.

Is the Renault Trafic the same as the Vauxhall Vivaro?

Although the design has changed slightly the new Vauxhall Vivaro B’s/Movano, Renault Trafic Mk2/ Master and Nissan models have the same gearbox. However we are seeing these on very low mileage compared to the previous models. Vauxhall’s with as little as 22k miles are needing full bearing replacements as well as replacement gears.

What kind of gearbox does a Vauxhall Trafic use?

The gearbox found in these vans are the second most common transmission we deal with and we currently repair these for 3 different Vauxhall main dealerships. The most common issue we see with this transmission is bearing wear or complete failure. This can start with a slight humming sound above 40 mph or a distinctive whine when 6th is selected.

Why do I need to replace my PF6 gearbox?

This means the gears collide together and completetly strip the teeth. Once the damage has reached this stage the unit would need to be replaced with a full recon gearbox. This increases the cost and downtime of the vehicle. Other common issues include, struggling to select 2nd gear, 3rd gear and 4th gear.