E-Class (W124) 1984-1995: E 260, E 300, E 320, E 420, E 500 (Includes CE, T, TD models)

300e 1991 wont shift into third gear

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Old 02-27-2023, 04:28 PM
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300e 1991 wont shift into third gear

hello everyone i have a 1991 w124 e300 the problem with the car not shifting past second gear started from nowhere I drove it one night with no problem then the next day the problem appeared no matter what i do it wont shift, i checked fluid level and unplugged kickdown switch with no luck it shifts normally from first to second but wont go to third or fourth any help is much appreciated
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Problem is likely within the valve body or governor assembly. Nothing simple unfortunately.

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