2017 GLE 43 AMG start from D3 instead of D1.
03-06-2024, 06:47 PM
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2017 GLE 43 AMG start from D3 instead of D1.
The car is 2017 GLE 43 AMG. The engine light turned on two days ago. And I pulled a code P073e from the car. the message was "unable to engage reverse". Then the next thing I noticed:When I try to put the gear to D, it will automatically jump to neutral. If I continue to flick the gear lever several times, the car will start in D3, and the gear will not be lower than D3 in the following driving. Whe I completely stopped at the traffic light, it only stayed on D3 instead of D2 or D1.
It only happens randomly. Not all the time. I had cleared the code and engine light didn't turn back on even with all the failure to start from D1.
Did this happen to any of you guys before?
edit: I found one similar thread here. I hope to hear it back from you guys.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...nsmission.html
It only happens randomly. Not all the time. I had cleared the code and engine light didn't turn back on even with all the failure to start from D1.
Did this happen to any of you guys before?
edit: I found one similar thread here. I hope to hear it back from you guys.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...nsmission.html
03-16-2024, 09:42 PM
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The car is 2017 GLE 43 AMG. The engine light turned on two days ago. And I pulled a code P073e from the car. the message was "unable to engage reverse". Then the next thing I noticed:When I try to put the gear to D, it will automatically jump to neutral. If I continue to flick the gear lever several times, the car will start in D3, and the gear will not be lower than D3 in the following driving. Whe I completely stopped at the traffic light, it only stayed on D3 instead of D2 or D1.
It only happens randomly. Not all the time. I had cleared the code and engine light didn't turn back on even with all the failure to start from D1.
Did this happen to any of you guys before?
edit: I found one similar thread here. I hope to hear it back from you guys.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...nsmission.html
It only happens randomly. Not all the time. I had cleared the code and engine light didn't turn back on even with all the failure to start from D1.
Did this happen to any of you guys before?
edit: I found one similar thread here. I hope to hear it back from you guys.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...nsmission.html
03-17-2024, 09:52 AM
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03-17-2024, 11:07 AM
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04-28-2024, 10:35 AM
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I wanted to provide an update on the fix. The mechanic successfully repaired my car by replacing the valve body of the transmission. Apparently, all the electrical components, including the transmission control unit/module, are housed within that valve body. It's unclear what caused the module to malfunction. After inspecting the fluid and interior of the transmission, no dirt or metal shavings were found. The total cost came to $3k, which included replacing the main battery.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
04-28-2024, 08:32 PM
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I wanted to provide an update on the fix. The mechanic successfully repaired my car by replacing the valve body of the transmission. Apparently, all the electrical components, including the transmission control unit/module, are housed within that valve body. It's unclear what caused the module to malfunction. After inspecting the fluid and interior of the transmission, no dirt or metal shavings were found. The total cost came to $3k, which included replacing the main battery.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
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04-30-2024, 03:01 PM
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I wanted to provide an update on the fix. The mechanic successfully repaired my car by replacing the valve body of the transmission. Apparently, all the electrical components, including the transmission control unit/module, are housed within that valve body. It's unclear what caused the module to malfunction. After inspecting the fluid and interior of the transmission, no dirt or metal shavings were found. The total cost came to $3k, which included replacing the main battery.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
How is the car running after the repair?
04-30-2024, 08:28 PM
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The car runs like a brand new car after the repair. The valve body replacement fixed it completely. MB dealership price is a ripoff.
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08-31-2024, 04:11 PM
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I wanted to provide an update on the fix. The mechanic successfully repaired my car by replacing the valve body of the transmission. Apparently, all the electrical components, including the transmission control unit/module, are housed within that valve body. It's unclear what caused the module to malfunction. After inspecting the fluid and interior of the transmission, no dirt or metal shavings were found. The total cost came to $3k, which included replacing the main battery.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
I hope this helps for anyone who might have this happen to his/her Mercedes.
08-31-2024, 04:34 PM
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Hey man, I just wanna know the same thing is happening to me with my 2018 c43 amg haha. So I got my transmission fluid changed thinking that was the issue, and it wasn't. So just like you the tech said it's most likely the valve body and after seeing what happened to you in thinking that's it. I just wanna know did you get the valve body replace at Mercedes or was it a transmission shop?
No, I didn't. The MB dealership has consistently overcharged me. Instead, I opt for an independent mechanic who specializes in MB repairs to handle the job. I would suggest doing the same.
My final cost was $3000. That also include a battery replacement. So the actual repair for the issue was less than $3k.
My final cost was $3000. That also include a battery replacement. So the actual repair for the issue was less than $3k.
That's correct, buying those parts will need your ID and registration. Certain mechanics have access to those parts, along with the ability to download transmission programs directly from Mercedes after replacing the valve body. They typically pay an annual fee for this access. If you google search for mechanics in your area specializing in Mercedes-Benz cars, you may come across these authorized professionals. Call them and find out!
And the transmission works very well after the repair.
And the transmission works very well after the repair.
