300 SE AT Fluid Check - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

gschira · #1 02-28-2009, 05:08 PM

I am a first time Mercedes owner. I purchased a 1988 300 SE in Nov. '08. The owner's manual is in French. I have no idea what it says.
I need to check trans fluid level. Is this procedure pretty much the same as with American made autos--operating temp, trans in Park on level surface? Are there certain acceptable levels of fluid with different temperature ranges? Where might I find an English version of owner's manual and a good service manual, preferably in print form?
Thanks.........

deanyel · #2 02-28-2009, 05:29 PM

Yes, same routine, clean cloth. Owner's manual from Mercedes, not aware of a print manual for 126, should be a CD version on ebay.

gschira · #3 02-28-2009, 06:52 PM

Thanx for the info.

compress ignite · #4 02-28-2009, 07:20 PM

Use Old Clean piece of LEATHER (No fibers to clog Tranny Passages!)

gschira · #5 02-28-2009, 07:27 PM

Good idea with the leather. Where should the level be on the dipstick? What is acceptable or safe?

deanyel · #6 02-28-2009, 07:32 PM

Sorry, I meant lint-free cloth as the factory recommends. It's not like you're stuffing the cloth into the transmission - just wiping off the dipstick.