Forum: AWD Magna / Verada

I thought I had seen something about this somewhere on the forum but I can't locate it now. I'd like to know if the standard front struts of my Verada KW AWD are interchangeable with the struts from a FWD model. Also is it true that the shocks from a VR-X are better (stiffer) than those of...

hi guys finally upgraded our tj awd dirt circuitmagna by means of. kkr turbo 14lb boost ebay bought intercooler 600mmx600mm 6 extra standard injectors in manifold wolf 5500 ecu large trans cooler and wave washer replaced engine stock except ring gaps widened to stop them butting under...

Hi all, I know the AWD models use the "bigger" brake rotors in the front, 294 mm But, looking into it now. The catalogues label the AWD as TJII - 02/2003 - onwards as having the 294 mm setup I'm looking to replace the rotors on a 2002, series 1 AWD.. So I assume these are the same? Also,...

Hmm, i've been monitoring the ATF every 2 weeks since the power flush. Level remains constant, but i notice a slight colour to the fluid right at the bottom of the stick when first pulling it out. Looks like grey streaky material suspended in the oil. Wiping on a clean cloth and it comes away...

Evening all, Ill admit im not a Magna owner but i do like them. My Mrs drove a friends TJ Magna and fell in love so she is currently on the hunt for one and for some reason she wants the AWD version. We have found a 2002 AWD Magna with 160,000kms for $4k and will hopefully be viewing the car...

Hey guys. Just wondering if anyone has got a set of Ralliart/380(same?) cams in their AWD's? If so, was there much improvment? I've got a SKR tune booked in a few weeks and quickly trying to decide if its worth trying to get cams done before hand or if at all? I have read that some...

Hey Guys, This is my first time posting on these forums, although I have come across them a few times in Google before. I was wondering whether anyone would be kind enough to give me some advice, regarding some issues that I am currently experiencing with my Magna. Whilst I know quite a bit...

After reading so many posts on lowering an AWD im still not really sure on what the outcome is on eyebrow height after installing Kings lows in an AWD so does it drop 10 to 12 mm more than a FWD or not, if i use Kings lows will it drop 30 or 40/42 mm, id hate to order the wrong spings and either...

Cahnged interior light globe. It sparked. Now no interior lights work and door locks dont work. Also now getting 4D on dash and car idling poorly.

I've recently acquired a 2003 TJ Magna AWD and my Dad's mechanic has been giving it the once over and fixing any issues that need to be done. It's been sitting around a lot for the past few months and hasn't had a battery in it apparently. It's now got one in it, but there's an error code (I...

Is the correct method for checking the power steering fluid Level to do it when its warm/hot and the engine is running? Thanks in advance.

Just wondering what fellow AWD owners are paying for a set of 235/45/18 - 95+ load rated tyres, and what brands. Thanks

Any recommendations on brake pads for the AWD? Are the dealer supplied ones ok? Also, when replacing pads, should the rotors be machined at the same time?

Hi All, Where is the best place to fit an inline transmission oil filter. Note that I've got an auxiliary transmission cooler fitted. Cheers, Vlad

I’m having problem with my 2003 Magna TL VR AWD (dual fuel) automatic transmission/gearbox. I bought it a year ago and it has been faultless. About four weeks ago when the car starts in the morning we can hear/feel a thud every time the gears moves into the first gear. But after 15 minutes or so...

I was just reading a few threads here about this dreaded "wave spring" failure issue which can result in catastrophic gear box damage. Is there anything we can do to prevent it? Any maintenance? Should the spring be replaced at some point in its lifecycle? What is the root cause of such...

Question for the AWD owners about overtaking. When going to overtake at high speed (aprox 100 kms) when I put my foot down the auto will kick down what feels like a couple of gears (so to 3rd?) causing the RPM to then rapidly increase to near redline (6000 rpm). The actual speed pickup is slow...

Since buying this used Verada I've noticed the front suspension is very soft and bounces around a lot. It also pulls left more than normal. Wheel alignment places tell me the caster is the problem which as usual can't be adjusted. I've contacted Pedders here in Perth regarding fixing these 2...

G'day all. I'm looking at getting a new double din head unit for my Verada. I've searched these forums and elsewhere for answers to these 2 questions but couldn't find any. So I've removed the factory unit to check wiring etc and found that as well as the main connector that there's a small 8...

I'm coming due for some rear brake pads, has anyone had to replace the rear rotors as well? Done 14xxxxkms have done the fronts on all sort of cars but never rears. Just curious?