Slight delay in shift
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2012 CLS63, 2015 GL450, 2014 ML350
Slight delay in shift
I have noticed that on my 04 CLK55 that under heavy acceleration gear shifts do not respond to my request as quickly as they do during "normal" driving. Whether I use the paddles of gear shift the result is the same. At moderate acceleration the shift happens instantly. Under heavy acceleration the shift may happen a second later than the request. This is generally in the 4k to 5k rpm range, manual or C/S modes. I never feel any slippage, it's just slightly delayed.
Is this normal?
I bought the car used so I'm not sure what is normal compared to what may possibly be the signs of a problem. I know all the shifts are ultimately controlled by the computer so is it possible the computer is deciding for me?
Is this normal?
I bought the car used so I'm not sure what is normal compared to what may possibly be the signs of a problem. I know all the shifts are ultimately controlled by the computer so is it possible the computer is deciding for me?
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05 CLK55 Cabrio
I just bought a 2005 clk55 cab and i get the same thing, its seeming like this is normal for these cars based on what im reading. but i could be wrong.
i did the transmission ECU reset and it seems to have maed the shifts a little more crisp.
i did the transmission ECU reset and it seems to have maed the shifts a little more crisp.
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05 CLK55 Cabrio
if this is a normal thing for these cars then the question that comes to mind is:
Why build a high performance car like this and have such a slow shift when performance is needed/expected?
