Hi to the group.
Perhaps someone can tell us what the possible problems might be if the
transmission is over filled. Jerky-ness and or leaks? My C280 is overfilled
due to a keen garage-assitant at our local filling station. Changes from 1st
to 2nd or even 3rd and 4th gears are sometimes quite harsh/jerky. 185 000km
on speedo.
Regards,
Andr? (South Africa)
Ziggy Switkowski - 06 Mar 2005 23:25 GMT
> Hi to the group.
>
> Perhaps someone can tell us what the possible problems might be if the
> transmission is over filled.
transmission self destruction as foaming will occur if the oil level is too
high, rectify it immediately. Tell the moron that over filled it to choose
another job.
T.G. Lambach - 07 Mar 2005 01:42 GMT
The reason transmission should not be overfilled is that the oil level
rises to the spinning parts which then fling it about aerating the oil.
So, what's bad about that? The transmission uses hydraulic pressure to
clamp its clutches and bands etc.; air compresses and the hydraulic
pressure can be compromised and so allow the clutches to slip during
driving.
Correct level is found with transmission hot, engine at idle, car level
and gear in Park. Level should be between the two marks on the dip stick
and not above or below that range.
Tiger - 11 Mar 2005 17:41 GMT
I suggest you do a trans service at this time... get rid of all old fluid...
drain, refill, drive a while for 2 times before you drop the pan and replace
filter... then refill to proper level and tranny problem should all
disappear.