[R129 SL] R129LIST Digest, Vol 31, Issue 14

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In a message dated 7/18/2007 12:16:47 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
r129list-request at mbcoupes.com writes:


Dave, just a quick comment on "sealed transmissions".  My 1996  SL500 also 
has this transmission configuration and, with 84,000 miles on the  odometer, I 
figured there was no way I was going to take a chance on a  transmission 
failure just because MB tells me that the transmission never  needs new oil and the 
service that goes with it.  So I took it in to my  favorite private Mercedes 
Service location and had them do a complete  transmission service, new oil even 
in the torque converter, new gaskets,  filter, etc.  I had them show me the 
oil that came out and it was  brown.  Since the service the vehicle feels much 
more willing to go when  I step on it and I am very happy that I took control 
of that  situation.
Happy Motoring - George



Hi George,
I couldn't agree more. I have done that exact work on my SL600 too. I  bought 
the car with 40,000 miles on it and at 50,000 decided that it probably  
should be changed, regardless of what MB says. I did it myself, including  the 
torque converter, and although a little time consuming was very happy I did.  Both 
the filter and the oil had a red/brown appearance as opposed to the bright  
red color. I bought it from the original owner who told me it had never been  
done. There are always small bits of debris that come off a new engine or  
transmission until they are completely broken in. For anyone with mechanical  
ability it is not that hard and will save you a fortune over dealer costs. I  
believe the filter and seal were only about $20. (OEM, but not from the  dealer).
Cheers,
Dave



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