The only viable part of checking the trans fluid while cold is knowing
that there is enough fluid in the pan to keep things reasonably
lubricated. I'm sure Mercedes has a specific reason for the outlined
procedure.
(off the top of my head...)
1. Drive until the transmission is fully warmed up.
2. park the car on flat ground.
3. idle in each gear (P R N D) for 5 seconds each
4. Check fluid level
5. add/remove fluid as needed
6. repeat 3-5 as needed
Luther
Zoltan Finks wrote:
Simple one:
Is checking the auto trans. fluid level with the engine off a reliable way
to do it?
I mean if I determine where the fluid level is when the thing is warm and
running, then let it cool down and I then determine where the level is when
cold and not running.
Brian
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