How to check the transmission fluid in a Mercedes Benz?
Check the dipstick tool for the transmission. You will see two gradients on it. One level shows the transmission level at 25 degrees C, and the other at 80 degrees C. The idea here is that you want to check the level of the fluid at two different temperatures.
Why is transmission fluid leaking out of my vent tube?
Transmission fluid is leaking out of my transmission vent tube. Why is this? No engine code comes up when I run the obd 2 on it. I just replaced the solenoid pack in the transmission valve body today cuz I had that code.
Where does the fluid go in a Mercedes Benz W124?
Fluid will run and drip down the converter and bell housing and out the drain hole in the bottom of the bell housing so be prepared for it (red arrow). Remove the 5mm Allen plug on the pan (red arrow). Again; have a container ready to catch the fluid (yellow arrow) so you can measure the amount that drains.
What does low transmission fluid do to a car?
The damage will be even worse in an automatic car because the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) doubles as an antifreeze to prevent the engine overheating. So, low transmission fluid symptoms are something that you should stay alert of. What Does The Transmission Fluid Do?
Check the dipstick tool for the transmission. You will see two gradients on it. One level shows the transmission level at 25 degrees C, and the other at 80 degrees C. The idea here is that you want to check the level of the fluid at two different temperatures.
How can you tell if your transmission fluid is leaking?
Leaking Transmission Fluid; One of the telltale signs of an overfilled transmission fluid is the presence of a puddle underneath the transmission. The fluid often has a reddish color. This will help differentiate it from other types of automotive leaks. Transmission fluid that has never been replaced will have an orange color.
What happens if you put too much transmission fluid in your car?
Turn on the engine and bring it to normal operating temperatures before you check the dipstick. Slowly add transmission fluid until you get to the optimum level on the dipstick. Using too much transmission fluid in your car can damage your transmission in the long run.
What to do if your Mercedes transmission is leaking oil?
Before you spend hundreds of dollars on a new valve body (will talk more about the valve body in the next step) replace the Mercedes Transmission 13-Pin Connector Adapter Plug + O-rings. The O-ring plug leaks oil and disrupts the communication between the TCU and the valve body. The O-ring is very easy to replace.