Any problems with 7G ?
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From: North Scottsdale
06 C 350 2014 GLK350
Any problems with 7G ?
I'm curious as to whether anyone is having problems with the new 7G transmission? It seems to be the most significant improvement in the cars in years. I hope it will be trouble free.
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From: Chicago Western Burbs
'06 SL65
650 miles and no problems so far but again I'm still in break-in period. 1st-2nd shift seems firm compared to our '02 S500 and '01 E320 4matic 5 speed auto which seems silky smooth. I like the firm shift though as it reminds me of it's sportier nature. I wonder if it 1st-2nd shift will smooth out as the tranny is still new/hasn't fully broken in. 
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From: NYC
2004 E500
When I accelerate 10-40mph and lay off the gas, I feel a thump within the the trans, between 2-5 gear.
2004 E500 Brilliant Silver/Charcoal, Appearance Package, Entertainment Package, Hardon-Kardon, 6 disc, Power Rear Shade, Side Roller Shades. Folding seats, NAV, Active Ventilated Seats. Euro Delivery
2004 E500 Brilliant Silver/Charcoal, Appearance Package, Entertainment Package, Hardon-Kardon, 6 disc, Power Rear Shade, Side Roller Shades. Folding seats, NAV, Active Ventilated Seats. Euro Delivery
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From: Northern NJ
2014 BMW 550i
I was worried that a lot of problems would surface after some time, but it seems as though this brand new tranny is realiable. A scan of the boards here will confirm that.
Smooth and necessarily better than the 5 speed? I can't fully comment, but I don't necessarily feel that the 7G is extremely smooth, and can be jarring during some of the lower speed gear changes.
Smooth and necessarily better than the 5 speed? I can't fully comment, but I don't necessarily feel that the 7G is extremely smooth, and can be jarring during some of the lower speed gear changes.
