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Jan 12, 2005 | 11:13 AM

rlatham

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Shifting Problems with my E300E

Oh my....my baby is sick I need a cure! I have a 1991 300E with 185k. I refuse to trade this car as my wife has insisted for the last 5 years because I do love it so. HOWEVER, my car is sick and I need help!

I recently was leaving the house and the car refused to "upshift" from low gear. I could shift easily among gears but it still will not go into the higher gear. The car can only go around 25mpg. Does this sound more like a computer/switch problem or physical prob with the trans? Wanted some advice before I take her to a shop. Thanks in advance for any help in this matter!

Jan 12, 2005 | 12:30 PM

Sp!ke

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When did you last have the transmission oil changed?

If it was a long time ago, start with an oil change and see if this fixes it before spending big money on anything.

Jan 12, 2005 | 02:25 PM

rlatham

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My father-in-law did that for me about 6 months ago....thanks for the help!

Jan 13, 2005 | 02:29 AM

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From: Sherman Oaks

2004 C240, 2015 GL350 Bluetec

I lost 4th gear once and 3rd was almost gone. tranny had to be rebuilt.

Not sure if it relates to your problem, but I'd have it checked out

Ashman

Jan 13, 2005 | 08:31 AM

Jim's500E

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Sounds as if it could be the valve/switch on the tranny....have a tech check that also.

Is the fluid too low and was it the correct stuff ? (not to insult your in-laws work)

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