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What's causing my Mercedes-Benz CLK's gearbox to stick in lower ratios?
I have run a 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK Cab from new (it's now at 98,000 miles) and I recently had the autobox circuit board replaced by a good specialist garage, as the gear change sometimes stuck in lower ratios from cold. However, whilst considerably better, I still very occasionally have the problem from a cold start, but switching off engine and restarting always cures it. Is there anything else to be done?
Asked on 7 August 2010 by airliebird
Answered by
Honest John
Make sure the transmission fluid is not contaminated with coolant from a failed heat exchanger in the radiator.
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