Just ordered the Miller Tool SPX 9336 directly from manufacturer for approx. $46 plus shipping.No more looking for lower cost DIY replacements for the dipstick. At this price it was worth it in my book to buy what we all really need....an OEM tool good for the life of the car. http://millerspecialtools.spx.com/Detail.aspx?id=847 1-800-801-5420 Automatic Transmission, Rear Wheel Drive > 9336A Tool Number 9336A Your Price (USD) $46.93 Tool Name DIPSTICK Description This special Dip Stick must be used to ensure of proper Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels in LX & WK vehicles equipped with the NAG1 Transmission. Also works on the 42RLE Transaxle in LX Vehicles equipped with a 3.5 Liter Engine. NOTE: Consult your Service Manual for the proper fluid level checking procedures. 2005 thru Current Also see 8863B for Sprinter & Crossfire vehicles.
Now you just need a Star-scan and a Service manual to properly check it. The starscan for the trans fluid temp, and the manual for the chart to tell the level in relation to said trans fluid temp... a dip-stick is only 1/3 of the battle...good luck...
A temp guage isn't a must if you know the general temp.... cold or hot (after normally running), although it helps dial it in perfect...
I have one of these dipsticks from both ebay and miller tools....
The ebay mercedes tranny dipstick has ~30 mm "cold" range measurement & 80MM "hot" range measurement and ships quick - easy to use. The Miller has every 10mm marked for more accuracy but takes almost a month for them to ship it and charge your card. Take your choice...
A temp guage isn't a must if you know the general temp.... cold or hot (after normally running), although it helps dial it in perfect...
I have one of these dipsticks from both ebay and miller tools....
The ebay mercedes tranny dipstick has ~30 mm "cold" range measurement & 80MM "hot" range measurement and ships quick - easy to use. The Miller has every 10mm marked for more accuracy but takes almost a month for them to ship it and charge your card. Take your choice...
Well I went back outside and checked and I was wrong...
The ebay (mercedes dipstick) has a 25 degree and 80 degree range, celsius (76/176 fahrenheit) lol....
The miller on the bottom just counts the mm for you....
On the Mercedes its recomended to get the fluid dead on the 4th line on the top when the transmission is at operating temp. (160-180F).
The Miller dipstick is 70mm at operating temp.
Anyone know where to get the temp and fluid levels for the 42RLE Transaxle in LX Vehicles equipped with a 3.5 Liter Engine. And maybe a write up...I am just about ready have the dealer do a flush and filter,(I am at 128,000mi) BUT if I can do it and save $$$. I have a predator...
After the dealer sets the level, use a big ass zip tie to check it level and hot (like level and getting off the freeway, and while in gear). That will give you a constant to check.
If you don't leak, it will probably stay there.
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