Automatic transmission Shifting up problem
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W203 C180K
Automatic transmission Shifting up problem
Hello ,
I have got w203 c180k 2002 Automatic transmission. 66.000km
So it's the second day i mentioned that when i am shifting up in 2nd or 3rd gear it somehow make a small jump and shifting up in a moment .
Does anybody know whats wrong ? do i have to change any oil in there?
I have got w203 c180k 2002 Automatic transmission. 66.000km
So it's the second day i mentioned that when i am shifting up in 2nd or 3rd gear it somehow make a small jump and shifting up in a moment .
Does anybody know whats wrong ? do i have to change any oil in there?
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2003 CL203 C320, 2002 W208 CLK320 cabriolet, 2012 A207 E350 cabriolet, 2011 X204 GLK350 4matic
What do you mean by "it somehow make a small jump and shifting up in a moment."? Do you mean it's missing a gear?
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2007 W204 220CDI Classic Sedan
Oil & filter change period is 60,000 km with the MB recommended oil .
That is very low km for a car that is 11- 12 years old. Have you any service records for the ATM?
Should be worthwhile checking the oil level & taking note how clean the oil looks.
That is very low km for a car that is 11- 12 years old. Have you any service records for the ATM?
Should be worthwhile checking the oil level & taking note how clean the oil looks.
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2003 CL203 C320, 2002 W208 CLK320 cabriolet, 2012 A207 E350 cabriolet, 2011 X204 GLK350 4matic
Although 60k km's is the recommended flush interval, these cars can go at least 120 000 km's before a flush, and still shift decently. I doubt it's the fluid that's causing the problem.
I just don't understand whats happening. ufo019, is your transmission skipping a gear when upshifting? Are you talking about shifting with the gear selector while in drive?
I just don't understand whats happening. ufo019, is your transmission skipping a gear when upshifting? Are you talking about shifting with the gear selector while in drive?
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Thank you for quick reply. So i don't know how to explain when AT transmission shifts up automatically for example in the 2nd gear and car makes some jumping 
I have looked for suggestions i think it may be because of cold motor and also i will check transmission fluid.
Thanks
I have looked for suggestions i think it may be because of cold motor and also i will check transmission fluid.Thanks
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After you check the connector and the fluid take a look at the engine and transmission mounts as they could cause issues. I do know that when my car is cold and the engine has yet to make it to around 80c my torque converter will be a little harsh. It has done that since around 90k and maybe even before then so I don't worry about it and have learned to be more aggressive on the throttle so it won't act strange.
