[W126 Coupe] transmission question

[Dick Spellman]

Steve Smith wrote:

> Hello all,

>

> I checked my transmission fluid level yesterday.  I'm right at the minimum

> mark.  (checked the level with the engine running and the transmission at

> operating temp. level ground....etc.)

>

> Should I add fluid and how much.  I have OEM MBZ tranny fluid.  Do you just

> pour the fluid down the dipstick neck?

>

> Recently I adjusted the "t" adjustment on the trans.  Now I get a slight

> intermittent drip.  The tranny has never leaked before.  Any thoughts?

>

> Thanks

>

>

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Hi Steve:

Where is the drip coming from?  If you add Dexron III though the 
dipstick tube you should be fine.  Do not allow any dirt or lint to 
enter the tranny when filling.  Be very clean.  How many miles since the 
last full tranny service?  Fluid, filter, torque converter drained, etc.

Lastly, you mention engine up to temp, MB on level ground.  Did you 
place the car in gear and work through all the shift points at least 
once each?  PRND21 then back to P.  Now check the level. Is the fluid 
red or orange looking?  Does the fluid smell burnt?

What prompted the adjustment to the vacuum modulator T?

I'm traveling a fair bit this week but others will I'm certain chime in 
after you post a note or two on the above questions.

Take care,

Dick