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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Well sad to say after putting the new TCU plug in the problem did not resolve – in fact it now slips after just a short distance. I had a go and thanks for all of your support – possibly; time for the car to be sold on as the other options, although not beyond my learning curve, are too hard...
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Got the part at the Merc dealers in France..........€11 + contact cleaner - will see if it works tomorrow. Thanks again. Amanda
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Hi Bob - eventually I managed to get the plug out. There was a lot of ATF fluid around the plug and the connector. I assume the fluid had been collecting in there as about 150mls of fluid drained from the area. Is this normal or does this confirm that this part is the cause of our gearbox...
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Yes - I did check with the engine running. I have already come across my first hurdle! Put the car on the ramps took the protective floor cover off and located the TCU. The side plate which needs to be removed first is the problem the bolt is seized solid - I don't want to strip any thread...
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Fantastic - I will have a go over the weekend.
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    ………your knowledge is amazing thank you ALL for your input. · I did buy a dip stick. · The fluid was at the 80 mark after the engine had been running for 20 minutes. · The colour of the fluid is a darkish straw yellow with no debris on the cloth when I wiped it. ·...
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    E320 CDI Transmission 722.6 box

    Well my Mercedes (E320 CDI 2002 722.6 transmission150k miles) has transmission issues. Before we part company, I just wondered whether it is a simple fix or is it terminal (ie not worth the cost against the vehicle price). Driving home the other evening pulling out on to the dual carriageway...
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