[W126 Coupe] Transmission Shift Question

[Dick Spellman]

Hi Vance:

Got the correct understanding of the E and the S.  That's appreciated 
and helpful to know the correct function pf the selector.  I'll go with 
a vacuum leak test by tapping into the vacuum line that feeds directly 
to the modulator to see if it holds for 5 minutes or more.  Maybe it 
just needs replacing from a tear in the diaphragm.  This would be 
preferential to mucking with the B2.

Thanks again!

Dick

Vance Rowley wrote:

>Hi Dick,
>
> I don't want to appear to be nitpicking, but firstly the "S" is for standard, not sport. And it won't make any difference whether you have selected "E" or "S" the car will start in second gear in both. Unless you have the actual first gear start module fitted. Or if you floor the accelerator, this will drop down to first also. If you have the "E" selected, this is automatically cancelled if you floor the accelerator also.
>
>As far as your shifts are concerned, I would guess at either the modulator needs replacing and/or you need to check your fluid level. You certainly need to check these first before you go any further onto the B2 piston story.
>
>Hope this is of some help.
>
>Good luck,
>Vance
>