Gooddeal,

There is only one type of fluid available from MB at $15 a quart that can go into this transmission. Do not use anything else, even if it is synthetic. Also, the dipstick is a special tool and the level of transmission fluid must be checked while monitoring trans temp with the HHT in order to get it correct.

Sounds like you got some good info on locating your specific problem here.

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Ali Al-Chalabi

2001 CLK55
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2002 Harley-Davidson Fatboy
Merlin Extralight w/ Campy Record