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Mercedes-Benz E-Class auto gearbox problems
My 1997 Mercedes-Benz E220 diesel auto is experiencing problems when changing from park. I eventually manage it after a few frustrating restarts. It has also just recently lost kickdown and normal shift down on hills. I have changed the kickdown switch for a start but it hasn't fixed the problem. Any ideas?
Asked on 6 November 2014 by Mainy
Answered by
Honest John
The quadrant brake pedal lock on these sometimes does play up. Get it to a member of www.fedauto.co.uk
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