How much transmission oil should be added for Mercedes-Benz C200L?
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For the Mercedes-Benz C200L, the transmission oil requires 7L for manual replacement and 10L for machine replacement. The replacement interval is 60,000 kilometers. The methods for replacing the transmission oil in the Mercedes-Benz C200L are as follows: 1. Gravity replacement. Use tools to loosen the nut, and the transmission oil will automatically flow out under gravity. However, it cannot be completely drained. Not all transmission oil can be discharged due to mechanical structures with dead corners such as depressions and pits. 2. Circulation machine replacement. Store the new transmission oil inside the circulation machine, connect the transmission and the circulation machine through pipeline interfaces, and the new oil will push out the old oil under the action of the circulation machine. This method cleans the oil circuit more thoroughly. The more new transmission oil used in the circulation machine cleaning, the cleaner the old oil will be discharged. For circulation machine replacement, approximately 10-15L of oil is used each time. This method takes about 1 hour. 3. Oil pan removal for oil replacement. This method is a root cleaning method and can also clean the oil filter. It is better to use the circulation oil replacement method for changing transmission oil, as it is cleaner. Gravity oil drainage can only replace part of the oil, so circulation oil replacement is more beneficial for the transmission.
My Mercedes-Benz C200L just had its transmission fluid changed, and this is something that really requires the right method. For a gravity drain and fill, about 5 to 6 liters is sufficient, but if you're doing a complete flush with a machine, you'll need at least 12 liters of genuine fluid. It's essential to replace the filter at the same time, otherwise metal debris from the old fluid will remain in the transmission. During my last service at the dealership, the technician specifically used a diagnostic computer to calibrate the fluid level, explaining that the transmission fluid temperature must be within a specific range for accurate measurement. Never skimp by using the wrong fluid specification—only MB 236.15 certified fluid will properly protect the 9AT transmission. Using the wrong type could lead to minor issues like rough shifting or, worse, serious transmission damage.
