Luther Gulseth wrote: > > Someone find where the factory manual says that the transmission is suppose > to start > in first and then I'll believe them.
I've got the W116 update book that introduces the 300SD to the dealer mechanics. It describes the fact that the tranny naturally starts in 2nd, and how the same relay that triggers the switchover valve also triggers the kickdown solenoid when the driver releases the brake and starts hitting the throttle. So we know that the original turbo car was supposed to start in 2nd, although mine and Chuck's don't due to aged electrics. I'll leave it to others (Marshall, where are you?) to state which W123, W124, W126, and W201 cars start in first. Mitch
