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DIY Transmission Fluid Dipstick

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This is way too easy folks. Keep you $$ in your wallet.
For your W5A580 NAG1 Mercedes transmission
Use either: (all 36" or greater, be generous I think the tube is 33")
- a tranny dipstick from a wrecker (good idea eh)
- a zip tie (big ass long one)
- a length of 16-18 gauge household wire
Mark the end every 10 mm up to 80 mm (or use the exact measurements I include below)
You now have a usable dipstick.
Remove the cap from the Fill Tube (pry tab with screwdriver)
Insert you new tool until it bottoms out on bottom of pan, remove it and check the level.
Cold Marks 10mm (3/8) to 19mm (3/4) @ 25 degrees C (77 F)
Hot Marks 50mm (2") to 63.5mm (2 1/2) @ 80 degrees C (176 F)
 

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