HELP!! Transmission flush for 2001
05-24-2010, 01:06 PM
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04 E55 /Clk63/Clk430/Mini cooperS
HELP!! Transmission flush for 2001
Do anyone knows where the plug for the torque converter so i could the tranny flush...
Thank you for your hepl guys!
Thank you for your hepl guys!
05-24-2010, 02:12 PM
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98 Brilliant Silver E320 Wagon
I believe the torque convertor plug was eliminated in 2000 for your transmission.
Here's what some people do -
Drain the trans, replace the filter and put back what came out (about 4 qts). Repeat (except the filter) a couple of more times which will give you about 75% new.
Go to dealer or indy with a flush machine and get 99%. Be sure to ask for inspection of drain pan as grit in the bottom is an indicator of excessive transmission wear.
I don't recommend this one but -
Disconnect the trans fluid cooler hose at the radiator and run the engine to use the transmission pump to push out the rest of the fluid. Considering the tolerances in the 722.6 transmission I wouldn't take the risk to save maybe $100.
Note - You need a special trans dipstick tool to measure the level after service. Also, be sure to use the factory approved fluid. Either the MB 5 speed or the MB 7 speed fluid.
Here's what some people do -
Drain the trans, replace the filter and put back what came out (about 4 qts). Repeat (except the filter) a couple of more times which will give you about 75% new.
Go to dealer or indy with a flush machine and get 99%. Be sure to ask for inspection of drain pan as grit in the bottom is an indicator of excessive transmission wear.
I don't recommend this one but -
Disconnect the trans fluid cooler hose at the radiator and run the engine to use the transmission pump to push out the rest of the fluid. Considering the tolerances in the 722.6 transmission I wouldn't take the risk to save maybe $100.
Note - You need a special trans dipstick tool to measure the level after service. Also, be sure to use the factory approved fluid. Either the MB 5 speed or the MB 7 speed fluid.
