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Old Nov 27, 2022 | 05:34 PM
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Default Re: Gear box repair/replace

Originally Posted by CurtCrossfire
Hi DTMMenace, i diagnosed myself as when it changes gears, sometimes it takes way to long and goes up to 4,000+ RPM before it changes even at low speeds, also i plugged in a obd2 reader and its come up with the code P0730 (incorrect gear ratio), im on 80,000 miles and car was service around 120 miles ago, i have no paperwork that the transition fluid has ever been changed but it says in the owners manual that it should be done at 80,000 miles, ive been told to have the transmition fluid change and it may help with the gear ratio/problem but i dont want to pay out for that just to then pay out for a gear box repair, thanks
Curt
I would suggest that you take it to an independent Mercedes Benz mechanic in your area for his review of the transmission's issues you've discussed and obtain a professional's diagnosis, as opposed to your "feeling". Your car is 19 years old, with the original transmission fluid and filter, forget about the 80,000 miles on the ODO and NO written maintenance history.
If you don't want to have the transmission fluid and filter changed ($200), then spend the $4,000-$5,000 pounds for a rebuilt transmission with the labor costs.
Good Luck....

Dennis
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