What Trans Fluid 2006 E500
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2006 E500
What Trans Fluid 2006 E500
Hi,
Just need to top off my low fluid in my 2006 E500.
What type? And any good place to get it? I'm not in a hurry, so mail order ok. Thanks! (tried searching, but don't want to screw up and get the wrong stuff)..
Thanks again!!
Cheers,
Just need to top off my low fluid in my 2006 E500.
What type? And any good place to get it? I'm not in a hurry, so mail order ok. Thanks! (tried searching, but don't want to screw up and get the wrong stuff)..
Thanks again!!
Cheers,
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 545
Likes: 87
From: Southern California
This is around the time MB went to a 7 speed transmission, 722.9 7G Tronic. I believe it originally used the 'red' Mercedes transmission fluid, the one that is MB236.14 approved. Later years, they switched to the 'blue' fluid. It is important to note that the two fluids should not be mixed together. So therefore it is super important to get the correct fluid for your car. If this was my car, I would first look in the owner's manual to see what they specify. Next, I would stop by the Benz dealer and talk to the parts department. Give them the VIN and they can tell you which fluid. If you just want to buy a quart, just get it from the dealer. But if you are looking to do a drain, change filter, etc., then order it online from a place such as FCPEuro. They have maintenance kits that uses Pentosin ATF134, which has MB236.14 approval.
Btw, how do you know you need to top it off? I thought the car does not have a transmission dip stick?
Btw, how do you know you need to top it off? I thought the car does not have a transmission dip stick?
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2006 E500
Yeah, bought a dipstick on amazon. Haven't checked it yet, but pretty darn sure the fluid is low. Otherwise, more serious problems. But it went into limp mode, which is apparently what happens with low fluid. I guess I'll just run by the dealer and see if they'll sell me some fluid. Planning on checking the level tomorrow. Unfortunately, no owner's manual. The only one I can find online doesn't specify exact trans fluid.
Note; fcpeuro is showing red as the transmission fluid. I guess I should be able to detect the color from the dipstick, no?
Thanks for the input.
Note; fcpeuro is showing red as the transmission fluid. I guess I should be able to detect the color from the dipstick, no?
Thanks for the input.
Last edited by nimbusbeer; Aug 21, 2019 at 11:04 PM.
Super Member
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 633
Likes: 48
From: USA
2006 E320 CDI
Yeah, bought a dipstick on amazon. Haven't checked it yet, but pretty darn sure the fluid is low. Otherwise, more serious problems. But it went into limp mode, which is apparently what happens with low fluid. I guess I'll just run by the dealer and see if they'll sell me some fluid. Planning on checking the level tomorrow. Unfortunately, no owner's manual. The only one I can find online doesn't specify exact trans fluid.
Note; fcpeuro is showing red as the transmission fluid. I guess I should be able to detect the color from the dipstick, no?
Thanks for the input.
Note; fcpeuro is showing red as the transmission fluid. I guess I should be able to detect the color from the dipstick, no?
Thanks for the input.
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 545
Likes: 87
From: Southern California
Try this link. 2006 E500 Owner's Manual.
Yes, use the dipstick and wipe it with a white paper towel. It should be some shade of red. Might be more of a dark or faded reddish color. But won't be anything close to a blue color.
Edit: I looked myself and the only reference I could find was on page 484. It only states 'MB Automatic Transmission Fluid'. Not helpful!
Yes, use the dipstick and wipe it with a white paper towel. It should be some shade of red. Might be more of a dark or faded reddish color. But won't be anything close to a blue color.
Edit: I looked myself and the only reference I could find was on page 484. It only states 'MB Automatic Transmission Fluid'. Not helpful!
Last edited by F1Fan; Aug 22, 2019 at 09:02 AM.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 2,290
Likes: 434
C320
Try this link. 2006 E500 Owner's Manual.
Yes, use the dipstick and wipe it with a white paper towel. It should be some shade of red.
Yes, use the dipstick and wipe it with a white paper towel. It should be some shade of red.
OP, your transmission is going into limp home mode. You need to pull codes from the TCM and find out what's wrong. Simply adding fluid is not going to fix your problem. Adding ATF to the 7 speed is quite an adventure.
Last edited by tjts1; Aug 22, 2019 at 09:56 AM.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2006 E500
Can't use the dipstick on the 7 speed 722.9.
OP, your transmission is going into limp home mode. You need to pull codes from the TCM and find out what's wrong. Simply adding fluid is not going to fix your problem. Adding ATF to the 7 speed is quite an adventure.
https://youtu.be/1qe5iryrFzE
OP, your transmission is going into limp home mode. You need to pull codes from the TCM and find out what's wrong. Simply adding fluid is not going to fix your problem. Adding ATF to the 7 speed is quite an adventure.
https://youtu.be/1qe5iryrFzE
It did go into limp mode two or three times prior to it now remaining in limp mode. I should have known something was up. I guess hoped it was just a fluke. But if the level is indeed low, and I add some fluid, you're saying that wont solve the problem?
I've got a computer I can hook up to it, but still learning how to read that device . UGH... was hoping this would be simple. Haven't had the car long, and it wouldn't surprise me at all if the fluid was just low. Oil was low too when I got it.
Thanks.
Hoping to do this myself, cause I'm sure the shop will charge an arm and a leg to do anything...
Cheers...
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 2,290
Likes: 434
C320
First thing I would do is use an MB scan tool to read codes from the trabsmission. A generic OBD2 code reader won't do it.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2006 E500
Nope, the dipstick you bought is for the 722.6 which has a dipstick tube. The 722.9 is "sealed for life" nonsense. Watch the video and you'll understand. MB doesn't want you checking the ATF level. Unless you see an obvious leak adding fluid won't fix the problem and in order to add fluid you need to drop the pan and install that plastic filler neck in the pan. Either way, you're dropping the pan.
First thing I would do is use an MB scan tool to read codes from the trabsmission. A generic OBD2 code reader won't do it.
First thing I would do is use an MB scan tool to read codes from the trabsmission. A generic OBD2 code reader won't do it.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 9,224
Likes: 1,798
From: V E G A S
1922 Ford Model T / no OBD
7G does have fill tube and owners can check fluid level.
It only got more complicated, due to design, who IMHO prevents idiots from overfilling transmissions and starting fires as result.
It is complicated 1st time, but with iCarsoft scanner all you need to do is get under level car and open the plug at 80C to confirm the level.
Not saying getting under level car has to be easy, but once you find the way, the next time is a breeze.
It only got more complicated, due to design, who IMHO prevents idiots from overfilling transmissions and starting fires as result.
It is complicated 1st time, but with iCarsoft scanner all you need to do is get under level car and open the plug at 80C to confirm the level.
Not saying getting under level car has to be easy, but once you find the way, the next time is a breeze.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 2,381
Likes: 29
E
If there’s no visible signs of a leak, your conductor plate is probably done. And on 722.9 it’ll need dealer to reprogram it. Not many other issues with either .6 or .9 outside of conductor plate
Inspect for leaks, clear codes, and prep for $1500-2k fix.
Inspect for leaks, clear codes, and prep for $1500-2k fix.
