Frank,

Here is a link to the complete thread I was reading:

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/304903-722-118-automatic-transmission-rebuild-monster-diy.html

Citing Post #5:

Remove the torque converter from the front of the transmission – there should be a little plastic plug that needs to be pulled out of the casing and then you can just pull the torque converter off – cover it up and store it somewhere safe.

Granted, the thread is about a 722.118 and my trans is a 722.112. Perhaps that answers the mystery.

All that being said, I am taking the MB to my local shop, and am NOT tackling the job myself. ("Man's got to know his limitations.") I just want to know how 'deep' I want the repairs to be made, and to insure I already have all the parts I need. I have seen the tech, who I am scheduled with, rebuild Ferrari, Aston, Mercedes, and Porsche engines, and even a 4.0 on one of my Jeeps. I have no doubt he knows what he is doing. The owner of the shop lets me get hands-on, if I am so inclined.


My desire to install new pump seals is solely based on the PM point of view. Lots of labor is involved to get the trans out to replace the chipped Ring Gear, so I thought replacing the seals would be wise while we are in there. But if removing the bell housing is going to incur considerable additional time, and run the risk of 'booging' something else up, I may have to reconsider my initial course of action. Conversely, even though the seals may not be leaking today, there's no guarantee they won't start seeping tomorrow. Thus, the quandary?

Some of the original seals elsewhere have been replaced, due to failure: trans output shaft, differential pinion, steering gear output shaft, etc. Age, no doubt.

What would you do if the MB was yours, replace seals?

Appreciate your advice,
Mark