Quote:
Originally Posted by Science and Energy
My understanding it that Mercedes originally said 10w oil but now will tell you to put any dextron in it (yes, ATF).
Has anyone trie MTF or anything else?
|
1980
240D
Four speed manual transmission.
Dexron/Mercon III (ATF).
I flushed out the previous thick sludge, three times before it shifted correctly..
In sub-zero temperatures, the previous (guessing) 80/90 gear oil prevented shifting, and/or
gummed up the synchromesh = grinding in all gears.
.
__________________
ASE Master Mechanic
asemastermechanic@juno.com
Prototype R&D/testing:
Thermal & Aerodynamic System Engineering (TASE) Senior vehicle instrumentation technician.
Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH).
Dynamometer.
Heat exchanger durability.
HV-A/C Climate Control.
Vehicle build.
Fleet Durability
Technical Quality Auditor.
Automotive Technical Writer
1985 300SD
1983 300D
1984 190D
2003 Volvo V70
2002 Honda Civic
https://www.boldegoist.com/