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Originally Posted by ILUVMILS
Either the transmission control module is faulty, or you have engine coolant mixed in with the transmission fluid. Both problems can cause the same symptoms you're having. Some early 203's, 209's, and 211's have defective radiators, which allow coolant into the ATF. Vehicles built prior to 9/03, and equipped with radiators made by Valeo are prime candidates for the contamination problem. MB issued a DTB in January of 2005 addressing this issue. With the pressure cap off, take a close look at the coolant in the expansion tank. In severe cases, you'll see traces of ATF floating around.
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Two questions now:
1) how can i tell if my radiator was made by Valeo?
2) Has driving the car around for the last few days caused any damage to it? I opened the radiator cap and didn't see anything other than coolant in the expansion tank. I am just afraid that along with a car note I will have a second bill for a new transmission. But thanks for the response ILUVMILS
12-03-2006, 02:06 PM
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