SL/R129: Huge Tranny Oil Leak, new member
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1993 500SL
Huge Tranny Oil Leak, new member
My '93 500SL has hemmorhaged a wide circle of tranny oil.
I havent driven her for about 4 week and check on her on a daily basis. Today I noticed a strange dark patch underneath the car, thought it was bad lighting or a strange shadow. When I took a peek it was oil, alot of oil !!! My heart dropped
Is it possible for the car to leak that much oil so quick? Could a worn gasket be the reason??
Will I be able to drive it to the stealership, which is about 20 minutes away?
Where can I check the level of the tranny fluid? I am a newb
to MB engines.
Any help or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thanks
I havent driven her for about 4 week and check on her on a daily basis. Today I noticed a strange dark patch underneath the car, thought it was bad lighting or a strange shadow. When I took a peek it was oil, alot of oil !!! My heart droppedIs it possible for the car to leak that much oil so quick? Could a worn gasket be the reason??
Will I be able to drive it to the stealership, which is about 20 minutes away?
Where can I check the level of the tranny fluid? I am a newb
to MB engines.Any help or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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From: Cincinnati, Ohio
1992 SL-300
I would advise against starting it up let alone driving it anywhere. I would have it towed to the dealership or your favorite import repair shop. It could be as simple as a rusted trans cooling line. But driving it would certainly guarantee major problems.
Good Luck and hope you have it on the road soon
Good Luck and hope you have it on the road soon
