I have been told that my ring gear is worn on my flexplate which shows up when you attempt to start the vehicle the starter engages the flywheel but does not turn the motor over. After several attempts the starter finally engages and the vehicle starts and runs fine. So my question is how much does it cost to replace that flexplate and ring gear assembly. The shop said it could take up to 3 days..........the vehicle has 123K miles and runs great looks great......so I am opting to repair it. Just want to know a ball park on the cost. I live in Tucson Arizona

 

Hello, Edward,
You should get a firm estimate from the shop doing the work. Then you'll at least have a starting place.
However, if you decide to let them change the ring gear, be sure they change the starter too unless it's a relatively new unit, so that you'll have a new pinion meshing with the new ring gear.

Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
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Welcome aboard Edward.

 

Welcome to the forums Edward,

Good advice from Elinor. It is going to be expensive and you need a fixed quote in advance. Once it's in pieces, the shop has you over a barrel. The phrase "up to 3 days" suggests to me they haven't done this before.

Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x-type-x400-14/ to the X-Type forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues. You can also use the US Southwest Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/us-southwest-37/ to find other members in your region.

Please read the guidance for new members ( https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...ned-up-241802/ ) which answers many of the most frequent questions about getting started.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Edward,

Good to have you with us.
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welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!!

 

The flex plate and ring gear are both components of the transmission system in a vehicle. The flex plate is a circular plate that connects the engine to the torque converter, while the ring gear is a gear that is attached to the flex plate and engages with the starter motor to crank the engine.

To replace the flex plate and ring gear on a 2007 Jaguar X-Type, you will need to follow these general steps:

1. Raise the vehicle using a jack and jack stands, and secure it in place.
   
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
3. Remove the transmission from the vehicle by following the manufacturer's instructions. This will likely involve removing the driveshaft, starter, and other components.
   
4. Locate the flex plate and ring gear, which will be located on the back of the engine.
   
5. Remove the bolts that attach the flex plate and ring gear to the engine.
   
6. Remove the old flex plate and ring gear from the vehicle.
   
7. Install the new flex plate and ring gear, making sure they are properly aligned with the engine.
   
8. Tighten the bolts that attach the flex plate and ring gear to the engine.
   
9. Reinstall the transmission and other components that were removed.
   
10. Lower the vehicle and reconnect the negative battery cable.
    

It's important to note that this is a complex and involved process, and it may be best to consult with a professional mechanic who has experience working on Jaguar vehicles to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

 

Welcome to the forums BeverlyD,

I don't know how you found this Intro thread or chose to respond to it as it was posted in October 2021. The OP logged out six minutes after posting the question and has not been back in eighteen months since then!

Graham