Originally Posted by goodgenes79
I had changed the fluid and filter with ATF+4. It seemed to like the fluid change but didn't help the tranny shifting under load. I took it to the dealer today, and they of course can't find the problem. He then told me that they would do a tranny flush for $270 and put the proper Crossfire Sprinter fluid in. It might not fix my problem but atleast I would have the right fluid in. I told him i would not pay someone 300 dollars to change the fluid when I can do it myself. I know we have had this discussion before but did we come to a conclusion wether ATF4 was ok or should I spend another 130 to get MB fluid or the Mopar Sprinter stuff they are trying to bait me with? So I am stuck with the $85 dollar diagnosis fee for finding nothing, bastards.
I'm in the process of changing all of the fluids and was searching for ATF available online when I found this post on a Sprinter forum....
Do not underestimate the importance of using the correct Dodge ATF for the Sprinter. Mine became nearly un-drivable after a recent ATF change at the dealer. Within 200 miles it developed the rumble strip noise / slip stick transmission shudder problem. The dealer assured me they used the proper fluid. I drained the trans and torque converter and replaced it with the Sprinter Crossfire fluid 236.14 Problem GONE. it now is as smooth as new. 3000 miles later still fine
I just bought 8 liters of Fuchs fluid that meets Mercedes specs from the following site. I'd definitely drain the ATF+4 out if it were mine. Hope this helps.
Transmission Fluid- OEM Fuchs-4 Liters 2002-2010