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Old 05-03-2012, 12:10 PM
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Always smells like diesel
 
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Originally Posted by MB-Owner-in-ind View Post
Did you run the engine without any transmission fluid?
No. I drained the fluid from the pan and torque converter, then refilled to the maximum mark prior to starting the engine. Then I ran the engine until it was over 80 C and re-checked the level and topped up with more fluid.
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