Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Problems with the transmission - Automatic transmission - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz E-Class Owners ManualMercedes-Benz E-Class: Problems with the transmission

Problem Possible causes/consequences and - Solutions
The transmission has problems shifting gear. The transmission is losing oil.

•► Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, immediately.

The acceleration ability is deteriorating.

The transmission no longer changes gear.

The transmission is in emergency mode.

It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.

•► Stop the vehicle.

•► Shift the transmission to position P.

•► Switch off the engine.

•► Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine.

•► Shift the transmission to position D or R.

If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.

•► Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, immediately.

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