Transmission Fluid change, how many Liters?
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Transmission Fluid change, how many Liters?
Hello, [Re: 98 ML320]
As suggested by many on this newsgroup, yesterday I changed
the transmission fluid (removed the pan, cleaned the pan,
cleaned the area where the gasket is, removed the filter,
put new filter, put new gasket, and then I put 2 liters of
Mercedes-Benz Transmission Fluid in the pan, then I put back
the pan carefully and put the bolts on. No leaks.
Since this truck doesn't have the dip stick to measure
the transmission fluid, I couldn't verify the amount of
fluid I put in is ok ? Does Bentley manual say how many
liters need to be put in? I won't drive the truck until
I am sure.
One solution might be to go buy the dip stick. Is that what
you guys (would do) did ?
Comments/suggestions are appreciated.
Phanendra
As suggested by many on this newsgroup, yesterday I changed
the transmission fluid (removed the pan, cleaned the pan,
cleaned the area where the gasket is, removed the filter,
put new filter, put new gasket, and then I put 2 liters of
Mercedes-Benz Transmission Fluid in the pan, then I put back
the pan carefully and put the bolts on. No leaks.
Since this truck doesn't have the dip stick to measure
the transmission fluid, I couldn't verify the amount of
fluid I put in is ok ? Does Bentley manual say how many
liters need to be put in? I won't drive the truck until
I am sure.
One solution might be to go buy the dip stick. Is that what
you guys (would do) did ?
Comments/suggestions are appreciated.
Phanendra
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By the way, AT dip stick (also known as "workshop tool")
is available at the dealership for $59).
Those who have changed your transmission fluid, how many
quarts/liters of fluid did you put in after the fluid+filter change?
Phanendra
is available at the dealership for $59).
Those who have changed your transmission fluid, how many
quarts/liters of fluid did you put in after the fluid+filter change?
Phanendra
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I agree with you regarding keeping track of how much fluid comes out.
Obviously, I didn't do that.
About 7.9 quarts, when we open the pan, I dob't believe 7.9 quarts
of transmission fluid comes out. From the fluid that I collected, I dind't
think 7.9 quarts came out.
I guess best way to be sure is to get a dip stick. By the way, I did
order it on-line for $35. It should come in tomorrow. I will let you
guys know what the dip stick will tell me ;-)
later...
Obviously, I didn't do that.
About 7.9 quarts, when we open the pan, I dob't believe 7.9 quarts
of transmission fluid comes out. From the fluid that I collected, I dind't
think 7.9 quarts came out.
I guess best way to be sure is to get a dip stick. By the way, I did
order it on-line for $35. It should come in tomorrow. I will let you
guys know what the dip stick will tell me ;-)
later...
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Originally Posted by pcy
About 7.9 quarts, when we open the pan, I dob't believe 7.9 quarts
of transmission fluid comes out. From the fluid that I collected, I dind't
think 7.9 quarts came out.
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Since most of us don't have a dip stick, you should put in exactly the SAME amout as how much came out, and a couple of guys already mentioned that. When had this done, just under 5 liters came out. Two liters sounds like really not enough, unless somehow you only drained 2 liters, in which case I don't know WTF... And yes, having a dip stick would be usefull.
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I know I'm digging up an old thread, but I'll be doing mine (on the ML500) this Friday. This is the method I'll be using:
1. Drain Trans pan (Measure fluid lost).
2. Remove and clean Trans pan (including magnet).
3. Replace Filter and Gasket.
4. Replace pan.
5. Refill amount of fluid lost via dipstick/fill tube.
6. Shift through all gears (at idle), then check level at operating temp (in Park, with dipstick that I bought).
Does anyone have any strong feelings on me skipping the Pilot Bushing? I don't want to mess with it, since it's not giving me any trouble. This is more of a routine maintenance thing.
Thanks
1. Drain Trans pan (Measure fluid lost).
2. Remove and clean Trans pan (including magnet).
3. Replace Filter and Gasket.
4. Replace pan.
5. Refill amount of fluid lost via dipstick/fill tube.
6. Shift through all gears (at idle), then check level at operating temp (in Park, with dipstick that I bought).
Does anyone have any strong feelings on me skipping the Pilot Bushing? I don't want to mess with it, since it's not giving me any trouble. This is more of a routine maintenance thing.
Thanks
Last edited by convicted; Sep 19, 2022 at 09:13 PM.
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when replacing transmission fluid, does there need to be any sort of system reset? I ask because, i had to refill lost fluid, but gears are not staying engaged.....
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That really depends on the make and model, but most vehicles take anywhere between 4 to 12 liters. Be sure to check the owner's manual or look up the specific fluid capacity online. While researching for another project, I found this helpful tool: PCB Circuit Calculator , which provides precise technical estimates for circuit-related parameters.
