I'll have to pull my records to be sure but I am pretty sure transmission service was done about the 100,000 mile mark. Not sure about earlier transmission service since i didn't own the car until about 60,00 miles and I just assumed (I know assumptions are the mother of all screw ups) that the service was done. I had no service records. Will never buy another car without service records. Appreciate the education on transmission "flare". The tranny is definitely not doing that. The shift is rough, but when it shifts the tach drops down as would be expected. I appreciate the help all of you provide. As much as I have enjoyed the car the greatest joy has been discovering this website and the help and support of fellow Benz lovers.

Guy

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Guy Everhart

1998 E320 Wagon