| Transmission & Transfer Case Fluid Changed
Ok, bit the bullet. Original owner of 99 ML320 with 75K miles - and want to keep it for a while. So I talked with a MB Master Mechanic (he has a 99 ML320 as well) and he also did a transmission and transfer case fluid change.
Was quoted $400 to do the change, but in the process, discovered that the transmission lines were leaking - so total bill was $1000 for everything. Dealer goodwilled so much previous work I figured I'll pay this one.
The ML is fully paid for, and I love this truck, so I really don't mind these maintenance investments...
But anyway, back to the fluid change - the so called lifetime fluid was completely black and very thin. The mechanic said the reason they call it lifetime is that these days 100K Miles is considered lifetime.
The ML shifts noticeably smoother, and am glad I got it done - peace of mind frankly. Highly recommended!
Anyway, the procedure for fluid change is rather complex - and dealer has to use a special dipstick...Anyway I highly recommend you get your transmission fluid changed if you are running either 100K miles or it's been the same fluid for the past 5 yrs or so.... |