Manual Renault TL4
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The TL4 six-speed manual was developed jointly by Renault and Nissan engineers to replace a number of outdated manual transmission series. Production is established at the component factory in the Spanish city of Seville.
The T series also includes a gearbox: TL8.
Renault TL4 transmission design
This box consists of two housings (clutch housing separately), cast aluminum. The design is two-shaft, all gears are synchronized and even reverse. An interesting feature is considered to be a very short first gear, so many drivers have already developed the habit of starting off immediately from second.
The clutch drive is hydraulic, and it is controlled by two cables. The mechanics is used for engines with a torque of less than 260 Nm, and its compact dimensions allow it to be installed on B-class cars.
TL4 gear ratios
The gear ratios of the TL4 box are taken from the official website of the manufacturer:
| Home | 1-I | 2-I | 3-I | 4-I | 5-I | 6-I | Rear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9 | 3.727 | 1.947 | 1.323 | 0.975 | 0.763 | 0.638 | 2.546 |
| Home | 1-I | 2-I | 3-I | 4-I | 5-I | 6-I | Rear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 3.182 | 1.947 | 1.483 | 1.206 | 1.026 | 0.872 | 2.091 |
What cars are equipped with a Renault TL4 box
| Duster 1 (HS) | 2010 – 2018 |
| Duster 2 (HM) | 2018 - p.t. |
| Clio 3 (X85) | 2006 – 2014 |
| Clio 4 (X98) | 2016 – 2018 |
| Fluence 1 (L38) | 2009 – 2017 |
| Kadjar 1 (HA) | 2015 – 2022 |
| So 2 (KW) | 2008 - p.t. |
| Latitude 1 (L70) | 2010 – 2015 |
| Friend 3 (X91) | 2007 – 2015 |
| Lodgy 1 (J92) | 2012 - p.t. |
| Mode 1 (J77) | 2008 – 2012 |
| Megane 2 (X84) | 2006 – 2009 |
| Megane 3 (X95) | 2008 – 2016 |
| Megane 4 (XFB) | 2016 - p.t. |
| Scenic 2 (J84) | 2006 – 2009 |
| Scenic 3 (J95) | 2009 – 2016 |
| Scenic 4 (JFA) | 2016 – 2022 |
| Talisman 1 (L2M) | 2015 – 2018 |
Features of operation and resource of the gearbox TL4
Owners prefer to change gear oil every 60 km, although the manufacturer himself claims that it is filled for the entire life of the unit. To replace, you will need 000 liters of TRANSELF NFJ 1,9W-75 or equivalent.
The resource of the box is estimated at 200 thousand km, which is the average level for modern units that are no longer as reliable as the old series.
Common malfunctions of manual transmission TL4
Manual transmission Renault TL4 often suffers from poor assembly: there have been cases of underfilling of oil and depressurization of the case at low mileage. The testers of the Autobild magazine during the resource test were forced to change the box at 33 thousand km, and the journalists of Auto‑motor‑und‑sport at 23 thousand.
The price of a used Renault TL4 gearbox
You can buy a used TL4 gearbox without any problems. It is easy to find it at a domestic disassembly, and it is even easier to order a contract one from Europe. Prices start at 15 rubles and go up to 000. It all depends on the condition and mileage.
| Condition: | BOO |
| Factory number: | CMTL4387944, CETL4K9KX |
| For engines: | K9K, K4M, F4R |
| For models: | Renault Laguna 1 (X56), Megane 1 (X64), Scenic 1 (J64) and others |
* We do not sell checkpoints, the price is indicated for reference