How I cleaned my transmission pan - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

bobodaclown · #1 04-23-2010, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDon

yeaaaah I never went that crazy about keeping it clean when I would remove it.

just wipe out with a clean rag, inspect for lint and metal shavings... reinstall

REALLY.. Mr I use a LEATHER rag when I check my transmission.

couldn't resist. Hope all is well.

okyoureabeast · #2 04-23-2010, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by bobodaclown

REALLY.. Mr I use a LEATHER rag when I check my transmission.

couldn't resist. Hope all is well.

I've read the warnings in the FSM so it has me paranoid as well.

I'm guessing they wrote that so mechanics will think they have to be a little more careful than normal. When I'm working on my car I do my best to be careful.

It pays to be extra safe so in my honest opinion you did a more than perfect job.

strelnik · #3 04-23-2010, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by bobodaclown

REALLY.. Mr I use a LEATHER rag when I check my transmission.

couldn't resist. Hope all is well.

This makes me laugh.

I have antique owner's manuals that DISCOURAGE, not FORBID, the use of river water in your battery!

And you're worried about condensation?

What do you think happens on humid days? The AEFG takes over?
BTW AEFG is the German for the imaginary
"Automatischer Entfeuchtungsapparat" or automatic dehumifying device attached to every tranny fill tube!

MBs are well made, but like every machine require two things: proper preventive maintenance and common sense by the owner. When in doubt ask a rebuilder.