If the adaptation limits are at the limit it means that it could start to slip as the clutch packs will be too worn too hold a gear. Then the tranny will need to be replaced. Transmission life depends on a number of factors, rebuild at 82k miles is not impossible. I am unclear, did the dealer actually check the adaptation values or did he simply say that they can check the adaptation values?

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Ali Al-Chalabi

2001 CLK55
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2002 Harley-Davidson Fatboy
Merlin Extralight w/ Campy Record