Transmission acting up.
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R129 SL55 AMG & W208 CLK55 AMG
Transmission acting up.
Hey folks,
Last night I got stuck in heavy traffic for 45 minutes, and when I finally cleared it, my transmission started acting strange.
It would hold gears and only shift after 3k, downshifts were a little rough too.
I got home, switched her off, and locked the doors.
This morning it was much better but still not 100% normal.
Should I continue normal driving and hope it understands everything again or should I look out for anything that might have caused this?
Your inputs would be highly appreciated.
Last night I got stuck in heavy traffic for 45 minutes, and when I finally cleared it, my transmission started acting strange.
It would hold gears and only shift after 3k, downshifts were a little rough too.
I got home, switched her off, and locked the doors.
This morning it was much better but still not 100% normal.
Should I continue normal driving and hope it understands everything again or should I look out for anything that might have caused this?
Your inputs would be highly appreciated.
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C43 AMG with a tune up
Do you have the switch in W or S mode?
In Winter-mode transmission starts in 2nd gear, and you don't need to start in 2nd gear.
When did you do an oil and filter change including pilot bushing on your transmission?
Have you replaced conductor plate, it could leak tranny oil into the TCU which is under carpet in passengers footwell?
Worn or clogged oxygen sensors could also cause erratic shiftings!
In Winter-mode transmission starts in 2nd gear, and you don't need to start in 2nd gear.
When did you do an oil and filter change including pilot bushing on your transmission?
Have you replaced conductor plate, it could leak tranny oil into the TCU which is under carpet in passengers footwell?
Worn or clogged oxygen sensors could also cause erratic shiftings!
