Well I don't believe that is true-I know my 240D starts out in second and the kick down works as described earlier-you have to kick down. This was a topic a few years ago and the good Dr. explained which models started in 2nd. Dwight
Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + + miles-Green Goddess 1990 300D 2.5t, 135K miles-The Princess Wickford, RI -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Freer Sent: Tuesday, October 17, 2006 9:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] How many gears in an 83' 300D? All MB diesels start out in 1st. Most MB gas models start out in 2nd unless you do the L thing,
