Automatic Transmission; Ually - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission mal-
functions when shifting
gear.
The acceleration char-
acteristics have deter-
iorated noticeably.
The transmission does
not shift.
Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of a malfunction, it is possible to
manually release the selector lever from the
lock in parking position P, e.g. to have the
vehicle towed away.
Apply the parking brake.
X
Remove cover :.
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Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked immediately at a qualified spe-
X
cialist workshop.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear or reverse gear R.
Stop the vehicle.
X
Depress the brake pedal.
X
Move the selector lever to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Depress the brake pedal.
X
Move the selector lever to position D or R.
X
In position D, the transmission shifts into second gear; in posi-
tion R, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked immediately at a qualified spe-
X
cialist workshop.

Automatic transmission

Slide implement ; as far as it will go into
X
the opening.
Push the implement in and simultaneously
X
move the selector lever out of position P.
The selector lever lock is released. You can
now move the selector lever freely again
until it is returned to position P.
Remove implement ;.
X
Re-install cover :.
X
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