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Greetings everyone, I have lately purchased a CHR. This is kind of a narrative, but I believe it is important to elucidate my circumstances. I transitioned from a Mercedes to a C-HR, where the gearbox was designated as "sealed for life." Upon consulting Mercedes regarding fluid replacement at 85,000 miles, I was informed that it was effectively sealed for life, and changing it may potentially lead to complications. We will not alter anything and recommend that you refrain from making any modifications as well. If the gearbox malfunctions, it will not be due to the fluid not being replaced. Shortly thereafter, after 7,000 miles, I began to observe gear slippage and irregular gear transitions. I conversed with several individuals, and it became evident that despite the makers' claim of "sealed for life," one must disregard this assertion and nonetheless perform replacements; had this been done, it is likely that the current issue would not exist. The fluid has deteriorated and adversely affected the internal materials, thus replacing the fluid at this stage—while symptoms are evident—has a 30% likelihood of exacerbating the situation. Possibly engaging the gearbox into limp mode. Nevertheless, even if it addresses the sliding issue, it is quite probable that it will recur within one to two years. Particularly if yours is experiencing tremors, like mine did intermittently. Although infrequent, it did occur. I now possess a 2018 C-HR and am thoroughly enjoying it! To save a recurrence of history, I reached out to Day One today, and, disappointingly, they are reiterating the same information. The fluid will not be changed as it is designed to remain sealed for life. I contested this and expressed my desire to pay for a modification, despite its permanent sealing due to the aforementioned issue and my wish to prevent recurrence. May I request a modification? Their reply was: Good morning, I appreciate your reply. I have consulted with our service team regarding this matter, and they have indicated that it is not within their capabilities to execute. This is a sealed unit, preventing access for execution of this task. Please inform me if there is anything further with which I can assist you. I find myself in a predicament once more. I have extensively researched these particular gearboxes and 'ECVT'; yet, it appears that there remains fluid within this "sealed" unit, leaving me uncertain about the next steps. I lack the technical aptitude to undertake this task alone, particularly one as critical as the gearbox. I have a tenuous faith in mechanics, as they might commit errors that may not become apparent until three months later, leading to a situation where they assert, "It cannot be a result of our work, or it would have manifested immediately." I am enquiring about the activities of others. The vehicle has reached 59,000 miles. Is there a reputable ECVT/CVT Toyota specialist in the Kent area who is proficient in performing fluid changes correctly? Thank you for your perseverance in reading this narrative of a post. Amusing.

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Thank you for that. Which section is correct?

It may be more advantageous to initiate a topic in the appropriate section, as few individuals are likely to visit here to greet you or address your issue.

Greetings, I seek counsel from all.I recently had a new exhaust installed; upon completion, the idle was irregular, however it performed adequately when driving.I have recently installed new spark plugs and coil packs, nevertheless the issue persists. Any suggestions?

During the completion of my C55, I brought my scantool, and the steering wheel remained immobilised while the tool indicated a zero-degree position. Somewhat excessive, although it achieved the desired outcome. Were any adjustments made to the rear? Are there modifications accessible at the rear of a 205?

The initial step should involve inspecting all suspension components for signs of wear.

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The initial action they should undertake is to verify the tyre pressures.

Retract it. The initial action they should undertake is to centralise the steering wheel.

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The inner tie rods possess an adjustable mechanism to guarantee that the steering wheel is centred. If misaligned, the steering wheel will be off-center. The probable culprit is that one of the rods is somewhat bent, rendering it slightly 'shorter'.This can be rectified through adjustment, namely by gently shortening the opposing side as well. The outcome will be a centralised steering wheel with a little tighter turning radius on one side than the other. The tie rod requires replacement alone if it is visibly bent; a slight bend is OK and can be adjusted as previously mentioned.

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Recently completed a four-wheel alignment, and the specifications indicate that everything is satisfactory. Is a steering adaption necessary for the vehicle's electronics to acknowledge the altered steering angle? The steering wheel remains slightly misaligned. Thank you very much

Haha cheers! Runs like a dream too. Glad I took the chance the whole experience was a lot smoother than I expected.

I’ll admit, I was sceptical at first but seeing your update convinced me. Seems like Glenside Logistics are the real deal after all. Nice one, mate that Tiguan looks spot on! I appreciate you sending the DM photo Rob.

Just got the car today! It looks brilliant super clean inside and out, all documents present including V5C, MOT certificate, and service record. Taking it to a mechanic tomorrow to double-check everything but first impressions are solid

paid for the Tiguan yesterday, and this afternoon got an email confirming that delivery will be in around six days.

I’ve just seen a Skoda Karoq SE L listed by Glenside Logistics on eBay. The price looked suspiciously low so I nearly skipped it then I came across this thread, after reading everyone’s experiences here I think I’ll give them a call. Cheers to everyone for sharing, you’ve probably helped a lot of people out.

For what it’s worth Glenside Logistics are legit. I used to work in their finance department before relocating to Manchester last autumn. The repossessed vehicle side of the business is fairly new they started doing it mid-2023, buying cars directly from bank auctions. The money-back policy and segregated payment system are both genuine. They do it to give buyers peace of mind.

Thanks everyone, appreciate all the info. I decided to go ahead just waiting for the invoice from them now. They’ve been responsive so far, so fingers crossed. I’ll update once I get the car.

Same here I got a Volvo V60 R-Design from them just before Christmas. There was a small delay with delivery (it took about 10 days instead of 7), but the car came exactly as listed. I was nervous about paying upfront but I spoke to them on the phone several times and they sounded genuine, answered every question patiently. The payment goes into a segregated account, so they don’t actually receive it until you confirm delivery. That part reassured me.

Hi all, I actually purchased a Nissan X-Trail Tekna from Glenside Logistics in November. It was a repo, but the car was immaculate. They gave me ten days to check everything once it arrived, so I took it to my local dealership in Nottingham. My mechanic said the car was in excellent condition no warning lights, no hidden issues. I rang Glenside Logistics the next day to confirm I was keeping it. Can’t fault them at all.

If they demand a bank transfer before you’ve even seen the vehicle, that’s usually a red flag. Most scammers use that trick, they ask for money upfront, promise delivery, then disappear. Only a few proper companies (like Cinch or Cazoo) work remotely in a transparent way.

I looked them up on Google and there are actually quite a few positive reviews about Glenside Logistics, mainly for their transport and haulage work. They appear to be a reputable company established in 2010 with trucks and drivers, not some pop-up website. Still, if you can view the car, that’s always the safest route.