I have a slew of problems forming with my 96 C280 and one of which is the misfiring thats posted here.

Another question I have is about the transmission fluid. I have been searching and searching but can't seem to find a sure fire answer. Does the W202 have a warning light on the dash for low ATF. Also I replaced my radiator and had lost some ATF in the process. I really would rather not buy the dipstick and temp reader b/c I have spent so much money lately, but should I add some ATF just to be safe or was the amount lost from such a repair marginal.

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2004 CLK500
2000 S500

No, the transmission on that car doesn't have A sensor for fluid level.

The 1996 W202 has a trans fluid dipstick!

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Yes I Can Check It Tonight Then!!!! Thanks For The Help

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2004 CLK500
2000 S500

Please, someone tell the questioner (and me) the correct procedure to check the transmission fluid's level. Do you check it cold or hot? If hot, then how far to drive to reach the test temperature? Then how many times do you shift between drive and neutral before pulling the dipstick? etc, etc, etc?
Confused,
Mark

The procedure may vary from year to year & model to model.

Identify your vehicle.

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'91 300-SEL

For cars which have a dipstick the procedure is actually spelled out in detail in the owner's manual so check there. That way you will be sure to use the correct procedure for your model and year.

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