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Old 04-06-2009, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Gilly View Post
I disagree that the red lock isn't neccesary. If it isn't there the cap does not stay on very well at all. The red lock locks it on there. Plus keeps the inexperienced from putting the wrong stuff in. Rico, you bust the red square head off, then the part that is left in the cap you can push down into the cap small screwdriver or whatever), catch what's left of it and toss it. Then the cap pulls off. But go to a dealer or whatever and for 50 cents you can probably pick up a new lock. Only install it after you are through, they are one-time use. I'd onlyuse the MB 722.6 trans fluid though.
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Yes, only use the MB trans. fluid.


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Originally Posted by Kestas View Post
If you're resourceful, you can make one from cable wire for free. It works backwards from most conventional dipsticks. It bottoms out in the pan, and you measure the level from the bottom of the pan when the fluid is 80°C (not completely full hot).
For those that are interested in making their own dipstick, here is the measurement.



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