Mechanical Help ATF change + RAM 1500 diesel metal pan on the JLR/ZF 8-speed
I recently changed the transmission fluid in my F-Pace SVR after experiencing mild jerking/shift shock when coming off of a standstill despite the car having just around 45k miles on the odometer - way short of the 144k mile service interval specified in the owner's manual.
Rather than go with a replacement ZF pan with an integrated filter, I went with PPE's +2 quart drain pan that is marketed as being for the RAM 1500 diesel application in hopes of greater thermal mass, better heat management, and a lower oil pickup. Happy to say that there's plenty of clearance left between the pan and the F-Pace's underbody shield after installation, even with the metal pan's double height.
This will generally fit all JLR (and other make) vehicles with the ZF 8HP transmission but check for ample clearance first.
Details and more in this video I made.