there a dipstick for the transmission??? where??? i only know of the one in the front of the engine for oil. i don't see any other dipsticks anywhere else.

if there is a seal looking thing it should go flush so nothing gets in there. or that's how most things work.

 

there a dipstick for the transmission??? where??? i only know of the one in the front of the engine for oil. i don't see any other dipsticks anywhere else.

MTB, your 1995 SL500 should have a transmission dipstick located behind the air filter housing.

It does not come with the dipstick but you can buy them for about $30 online.

Long, I believe the transmission dipstick was omitted from 1996 and up with 5 speed 722.6.

 

Andrewma

It does not go all the way down and it does not have to be. All you care is how much transmission fluid you have on the other end of the dipstick.

You should have it to the upper mark of the 80 degree when your transmission is 80 degree C. See the pic attached

MercedesTheBest

It does not come with the dipstick but you can buy them for about $30 online. or you can make one yourself from the measurement in the pic attached. (and BTW, there is no 2003 CL65 that I am aware of!)

 

Mercedes CL65 AMG
The third generation of the CL is the W215-chassis coupé of 2000 to 2006. It is based on the 2000-2004/5 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, thogh it rides on an 8-inch shorter wheelbase. It is offered as four models: the V8-powered CL500, the supercharged V8-powered CL55 AMG, the V12-powered CL600 and the rare bi-turbo V12-powered CL65 AMG. The limited-edition V12-powered CL63 AMG was sold in 2001 only. All models seat four.

The CL coupes come equipped with the very latest in Mercedes-Benz technology, and the CL is always the first model to receive new technological features (it introduced the revolutionary Active Body Control fully-active suspension system and Bi-Xenon HID lights, both as world firsts).The CL-class has among the most popular luxury coupes in the world, outselling rivals such as the Jaguar XK8 coupe and the Bentley Continental GT.

The CL-class has a lengthy list of available features. The following features come standard: climate control, all-leather interior, wood trim, trip computer, CD, navigation system, front heated and cooled seats, power moonroof. Optional features include a heated steering wheel and voice-activated telephone.

Exclusive “designo” packages are also available. These packages add custom color metallic paint, custom color Nappa leather interior and exotic burl walnut trim. They are available in three variants: designo Cashmere, designo Espresso and designo Silver.

As with all major German manufacturers (except Porsche) Mercedes limit their cars to 250 km/h (155 mph). The justification for having two models with the same power (CL600 and CL55 AMG) is that the CL55 AMG is sportier and more responsive, while the CL600 is more luxurious with a smoother ride. The CL65 AMG is made to order in very small numbers, and is the most powerful CL to date.

The CL63 AMG is the rarest CL of all. It was produced only in November 2001, and just 26 examples were ever built for sale. The V12-powered CL63 AMG was only sold in Europe and Asia. Mercedes-Benz never offered the CL63 for sale; all were sold exclusively through AMG with a base price of £110,000 (~US$200,000).

From 1999 through 2002, the V12-equipped cars feature a cylinder deactivation system called Active Cylinder Control. The feature was dropped when the 493hp biturbo V-12 was introduced.

Engine Power Torque 0–100 km/h (62 mph) Top speed
CL500 5.0 L V8 225 kW (306 hp DIN) 460 N·m (339 ft·lbf) 6.3 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph)
CL600 Turbocharged 5.5 L V12 368 kW (500 hp DIN) 800 N·m (590 ft·lbf) 4.8 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph)
CL55 AMG Supercharged 5.5 L V8 368 kW (500 hp DIN) 700 N·m (516 ft·lbf) 4.8 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph)
CL63 AMG Naturally aspirated 6.3 L V12 326 kW (444 hp DIN) 620 N·m (457 ft·lbf) 5.5 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph)
CL65 AMG Twin-Turbocharged 6.0 L V12 450 kW (612 hp DIN) 1000 N·m (737.6 ft·lbf) 4.4 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph)

 

Poundy,
I've read your post with great interest. But, what I can't seem to find its connection to the topic,"transmission dip stick". Am I missing something?

 

^^ I was wonder the same thing. I have no idea what poundy was getting at. MB didn't make CL65 until 2005 hence I was saying I've never seen a 2003 CL65 based on MercedesTheBest signature.

I opened a can of worms LOL

 

Sorry guy's for going off topic
I have a CL65 AMG review dated Nov 03 and there is a 04 advertised for sale in Australia so maybe there were a few early birds knocking around, but not in the US

 

In the US, the 2005 Model Year cars hit the market by late summer of 2004.

 

i thought at one point i had seen a 2003 CL65. i was pretty sure i saw one. but that may have been in Europe. i could be wrong though about the dates. i don't know a whole lot about the CL class other then it is mighty fine.

i will have to look for that opening for the transmission. i haven't seen it. very interesting though. thanks :thumbsup:

 

722.6 Transmission

To the OP:

The dip stick is a workshop measuring tool used on a variety of models using the 722.6** transmission and will stick out a few mm or inches from the top of the tube.

Ensure that the AFT is at 80 deg C and the engine is running with transmission in P when measuring the level.

Other advice is to only use Merc ATF when doing a service. Much info available on the 210 forums on how to change filters and flushing the torque convertors.

 

Transmission Dip Stick Tool Missing????

Well, I find this VERY hard to believe, and I know that I'll get the right answer from you guys, BUT.....Just had the transmission fluid & filter changed in the '96 SL500. My mechanic said that these have a tube, but that there's not a dipstick to check the fluid level. As I said, I can't believe that, and figure that I need to get a dipstick, right? Kinda makes me loose a little faith in my "guy", ya know what I mean?

 

... I can't believe that, and figure that I need to get a dipstick, right? ...

Yes, transmission dip stick is sold separately! The transmission tube is sealed and you need to break the plastic tab seal clip to remove the tube's cap to be able to insert the dip stick. And to re-seal the cap you need the plastic seal clip available at the dealer for $2.00 (IIRC).

 

No dipstick the unit is a sealed type.

 

Iteresting, but....

OK, now that I know he knows what he's talking about, are we just supposed to ignore it and wait till it starts acting up? Kinda goes against the way I'm used to doin' things. Of course, this IS my first German!

 

OK, now that I know he knows what he's talking about, are we just supposed to ignore it and wait till it starts acting up? Kinda goes against the way I'm used to doin' things. Of course, this IS my first German!

There is no dipstick for the transmission. There is a dipstick TOOL, which is used to check/set the level, and then it's removed and the cap replaced.

You can buy the tool on ebay for about $25 or so. The trick is that the fluid has to be at 80C to get the measurement correct, and there is a cold range (25C) that can't be ignored, either.

A good primer for your transmission is the 722.6xx FAQ thread that can be found in the W210 forum help/diy stickies. Give it a read (as well as some of the links in it) and you'll have a better understanding of things.

Good luck.

 

Mercedes deemed the later r129 transmission be a sealed for life non serviceable unit. No need to do anything to it, not even oil changes.

But that doesn't sit well with many owners, who feel it should be done as a normal service Item.

 

My experience with the 722.6 sealed trans on my 01 W163 made me a non-believer of MB sealed-for-life non-serviceable trans. And my 2 indies don't believe it either.

 

I looked through all the service records the PO gave me and no mention of transmission service. Have no idea if it was ever done or not as I have no idea how complete the records are, but I keep thinking I should. Car has over 150K at times I want to get it done other times I think if it's sealed for life then I should leave well enough alone. Looks like I will be reading in the W210 forum to get a better understanding...then again feel free to throw out your personal opinions on the matter.

-Pete