No matter what, if you select 1st gear & the "S" switch is on the trans should start in first...IF not get to someone with MB code reader & have the TRANS computer scanned!...Has the fluid been changed & the electrical connector checked for fluiid?? Has any liquid been spilled on the SHIFTER area??

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