Auto Box Whine

[blueboy]

I've just managed 12 months motoring without any major problems. However The auto box whines in keeping with the engine revs. Does it in neutral and drive. Changes up and down are ok. I've not checked levels etc but I am becoming concerned that it might be something expensive that is brewing in the box. The car is a 2001 2ltr hdi with 128,000 to it's credit.The last four years before I bought it it only covered 3,000 per annum. Last year I covered 16,000 miles. It starts and runs well though I dont think the ride is as good as my old bx.

Any ideas would be appreciated

 

I spoke to a stealer today and was advised that the auto box is a sealed for life unit and any strange whining noises would be bearing failure and would cost mega bucks to cure.

Anyone know who is right. I understood the fluid can be changed.