Required tools and materials:
* Set of keys
* Phillips screwdrivers
* Transmission fluid
*Transmission filter
* Transmission housing gasket
* Shaft seals
* Rags
* Sufficient space for working under the car
Steps for removing the Mercedes-Benz W210 automatic transmission:
1. Preparation:
* Place the car on a flat surface.
* Apply the parking brake.
* Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
* Drain the transmission fluid.
2. Removing the driveshaft:
* Mark the position of the driveshaft and rear axle.
* Remove the bolts securing the driveshaft to the rear axle flange.
* Separate the driveshaft from the gearbox and tie it up so that it does not interfere.
3. Removing the starter:
* Disconnect the electrical connectors from the starter.
* Remove the bolts holding the starter to the engine.
* Remove the starter from the engine compartment.
4. Disconnecting control cables:
* Disconnect the selector cable from the transmission.
* Disconnect the speedometer cable.
5. Removing the top casing:
* Loosen the bolts securing the upper transmission housing.
* Remove the top cover.
6. Disconnecting the wiring harness:
* Disconnect all electrical connectors from the transmission.
7. Disconnecting transmission cooler pipes:
* Mark the location of the transmission cooler pipes.
* Remove the clamps securing the pipes to the gearbox.
* Disconnect the pipes from the gearbox.
8. Removing the side supports:
* Remove the bolts securing the side supports to the gearbox.
* Remove the side supports.
9. Removing the torque converter:
* Mark the location of the torque converter on the flywheel.
* Remove the bolts securing the torque converter to the flywheel.
* Remove the torque converter from the flywheel.
10. Removing the gearbox:
* Place a jack under the gearbox.
* Remove the bolts securing the gearbox to the engine.
* Carefully lower the transmission from the engine.
* Remove the gearbox from the vehicle.
11. Cleaning and inspection:
* Clean the gearbox housing from any remaining transmission fluid.
* Inspect the transmission for signs of wear or damage.
Adviсe:
* Work in a well-lit and ventilated area.
*Use a suitable tool to remove bolts and nuts.
* Use caution when handling hot transmission fluid.
* When assembling, use new O-rings and gaskets.
* Check the transmission fluid level after installing the transmission.