Can anyone tell me what to do. The car shifts so hard into second. almost cherps. 2-3 is the same 4 also hard what do i need to do to check without paying $5,000,000 for a mechanic to look.

Steve ILLINOIS

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steveooooo

You need to check the modulating pressure. Unfortunately you would probably have to take it to a mechanic. It could also very well be low on fluid. That could cause this issue as well.
Depending on the transmission, the modulator pressure can range from
41 to 57 PSI
Look this up:
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w201-190e-d-class/
UNder here is the listing for each transmission models

Check the vacuum line to the modulator on the drivers side of the transmission. Also, check that the modulator will hold vacuum. The rubber hoses are prone to cracking at the modulator.