Thread: '91 300D
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Old 07-30-2013, 07:21 AM
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Originally Posted by jbach36 View Post
I change my transmission fluid every 30k. I think the manual calls for every 15k which my mechanic agrees is ridiculous. But is there any other maintenance or adjustments needed along the way?
The 15k interval is only for for "severe operating conditions" etc....which includes predominantly city driving. So, to the degree that that's the kind of driving you do the interval should be shortened. I do 30k or maybe a little sooner. I'm not aware of any other maintenance that's required.
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