Parts Catalog Accessories Catalog How To Articles Tech Forums
Call Pelican Parts at 888-280-7799
Shopping Cart Cart | Project List | Order Status | Help



Go Back   PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum > Mercedes-Benz Tech Information and Support > Tech Help

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 03-08-2012, 10:13 PM
ps2cho's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Posts: 3,525
Here's the guide I am using:

My attempt at replacing the transmission plug. - Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum

Seems it is hidden behind a shield. A few posts down you can see his photos of what happens when the seal breaks and the fluid works its way up to the module. Looks messy!
__________________
2016 Monsoon Gray Audi Allroad - 21k
2008 Black Mercedes E350 4Matic Sport - 131k
2014 Jeep Wranger Unlimited Sahara - 62k
2003 Gray Mercedes ML350 - 122k
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 03-09-2012, 10:07 PM
ps2cho's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Posts: 3,525
Looks like we are in the clear for coolant!
That's a big relief that the Valeo radiator that was in there for 100k was safe. I think we are golden going forward.

__________________
2016 Monsoon Gray Audi Allroad - 21k
2008 Black Mercedes E350 4Matic Sport - 131k
2014 Jeep Wranger Unlimited Sahara - 62k
2003 Gray Mercedes ML350 - 122k
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 03-10-2012, 04:19 PM
ps2cho's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Posts: 3,525
Pan is dropped...done cleaning it, but wanted to post these...

Barely any "sludge" which is great, but somewhat large (copper?) particles...
Seems like it matches what the fluid analysis says...

Anything to be concerned about?





I gotta say too, the filter design is horrible. I can't get it to "stick" in the position...what's the deal?
__________________
2016 Monsoon Gray Audi Allroad - 21k
2008 Black Mercedes E350 4Matic Sport - 131k
2014 Jeep Wranger Unlimited Sahara - 62k
2003 Gray Mercedes ML350 - 122k
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 03-10-2012, 07:55 PM
ps2cho's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Posts: 3,525
Just finished up.

I don't have an IR, but measured it @ 80C on the dash and fluid level was dead in the center of 80C

Shifts seem much smoother now!

Photos of plug: Hopefully saved future hassles by getting this plug done.


__________________
2016 Monsoon Gray Audi Allroad - 21k
2008 Black Mercedes E350 4Matic Sport - 131k
2014 Jeep Wranger Unlimited Sahara - 62k
2003 Gray Mercedes ML350 - 122k
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 03-10-2012, 08:58 PM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 3
I have a 722.358 tranny on a 90 300 E. I have seen diff opinions on whether to use the Valvoline Maxlife Dex 3. What is anyone's take on this?
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 03-11-2012, 04:58 AM
Gilly's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Evansville WI
Posts: 9,618
If it says it's DexronIII it is OK to use, period.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 03-11-2012, 12:23 PM
ps2cho's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Chandler, Arizona
Posts: 3,525
Max life is fine to use on the 722.3's and Ive used it between my cars for a good 50k. It's just the 722.6 that max life is iffy.
__________________
2016 Monsoon Gray Audi Allroad - 21k
2008 Black Mercedes E350 4Matic Sport - 131k
2014 Jeep Wranger Unlimited Sahara - 62k
2003 Gray Mercedes ML350 - 122k
Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 04:50 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2024 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Peach Parts or Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page