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Old 02-18-2009, 09:42 AM   #1
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transmission slip when cold???

only when i first start it in the winter for about 3 mins the tranny likes to slip and rev high in 1st gear then switch over at odd rpms...any one else? but after the car warms up its fine.. do i need a change in fluid or to add more fluid? To remove this ad, register today or login if you already are registered!

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Old 02-19-2009, 06:12 PM   #2
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let it warm up it happens with these clks man, i usually let mine warm up for like 5-8 mins then its good
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Old 02-20-2009, 12:41 AM   #3
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my 430 was doing this, went to the shop and it was low on fluid, cleared the codes and corrected fluid level and it was cured.
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Old 03-02-2009, 02:37 PM   #4
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my car also does this when its cold. Once it warms up, its good tho
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The tranny will hold in first gear longer when the weather is cold so that the cats could warm up faster. As far as slipping, it may be low on oil. Thats the first thing I would check.
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Old 03-09-2009, 10:56 AM   #6
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The tranny will hold in first gear longer when the weather is cold so that the cats could warm up faster. As far as slipping, it may be low on oil. Thats the first thing I would check.
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Theres a difference between transmission slip, and what you are describing. Most modern cars do hold first gear a lot longer when really cold in order to warm the emission systems up as quickly as possible. Once warm though the transmission should shift smoothly and consistently at lower RPM's.

That being said, if you have never replaced your transmission fluid, and you have 60k+ miles on it, you should definately consider replacing it. And remember, a transmission drain and fill is NOT the same as a transmission flush. Make sure you know what you are paying for!!!
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Is a tranny fluid change recommended on the 2000+ models as well? I thought that this gearbox was maintenance free and sealed?

My car has travelled 90.000 miles and i doubt anyone has looked at the tranny if it's stated in the manual that it doesn't need to be looked after.
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Old 03-23-2009, 03:31 PM   #8
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Is a tranny fluid change recommended on the 2000+ models as well? I thought that this gearbox was maintenance free and sealed?

My car has travelled 90.000 miles and i doubt anyone has looked at the tranny if it's stated in the manual that it doesn't need to be looked after.
MB says lifetime fluids, but I would recommend changing it every 35k miles.
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