1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 transmission oil

5 - Detach plug (3) from actuator motor.
6 - Support transmission and remove rear engine crossmember (5) with engine mount.
7 - Slightly lower engine transmission unit.
8 - Support transfer case (2) with lifting device. See SUPPORTING TRANSMISSION WITH
INSPECTION PIT LIFT.
9 - Unscrew bolts (4) and take out transfer case to the back.
10 - Install in the reverse order.
11 - Check filling capacity of transfer case.
Check transfer case (2) for leaks.
Torque Specifications; Driveshaft NOTE: Hang up propeller shaft to one side and ensure that the universal joint is
not damaged.
Self-locking bolt, propeller shaft to transfer case (to front axle). See
Torque Specifications; Driveshaft
.
NOTE:
Engine 112:
Bolt of rear engine crossmember to body.
Engine 112:
Bolt or nut, rear engine mount to transmission.
NOTE: Ensure that no lines are damaged.
NOTE: Transmission plate.
NOTE: Bolt, transfer case to automatic transmission.
Bolt, transfer case to manual transmission.
NOTE: Correct oil level: Bottom edge of filler hole.
Screw plug to transfer case.
DesignationModel 163
Self-locking bolt, front propeller shaft to transfer case (to rear axle)Nm40

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Basically automatic transmission 722.6 with electronic control offers the following advantages:
Reduced Fuel Consumption
Improved Shift Comfort
More Favorable Gear Steps As A Result Of 5 Gears
Enhanced Life And Reliability
Reduced Servicing Costs
The electrohydraulic control unit is bolted onto the bottom of the transmission housing. The end of the
transmission is formed by an oil pan made of sheet steel.
The oil pressure for the converter lockup clutch and center multiple-disc clutch is supplied via holes in the input
shaft. The oil pressure to the rear multiple-disc clutch is routed through the output shaft. The lubricating oil is
supplied and distributed by additional bore holes in both shafts. All bearing points of the gear sets as well as
freewheels and shift elements are supplied with lubricating oil.
The parking lock gear and drive flange are connected to the output shaft by gearing.
Freewheels F1 and F2 optimize shifting. The front freewheel (F1) rests against the stator shaft extension on the
transmission side and connects the sun gear of the front planetary gear set to the transmission housing in the
locking direction.
The torque converter housing and transmission housing are made of a metal alloy. They are bolted together and
centered via the outer multiple-disc carrier of the multiple-disc brake B1. A coated intermediate panel seals the
two components.
The oil pump and outer multiple-disc carrier of the front multiple-disc brake are bolted to the converter housing.
The mechanical part consists of the propeller shaft, output shaft, a sun gear shaft and three planetary gearsets
which are coupled together.
In transmissions for powerful engines, the planetary gearsets have 4 planetary gears, while for less powerful
engines the front and rear planetary gear system has three planetary gear wheels. The stator shaft is pressed into
this and is secured against turning by a spline.
The rear freewheel F2 connects the sun gear of the center planetary gear set to the sun gear of the rear planetary
gearset in the locking direction.
The electrohydraulic control unit consists of the shift plate made of light alloy for hydraulic control and an
electronic control unit.
The electrical control unit consists of a supporting body made of plastic in which the electrical components are
combined. The shell is screwed to the shift plate. Conductor tracks which are integrated into the shell, connect
the electric components to a plug connector. This 13-pin plug connector forms the connection with the vehicle-
side wiring harness and with the ETC 5 (electronic transmission control) control module (N15/5) via a bayonet
lock.

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SURVEY OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT), LOCATION, TASK, DESIGN
Function Of Gear Change

See FUNCTION OF GEAR CHANGE
.
Shifting N to D (1st Gear), Function

See SHIFTING N TO D (1ST GEAR), FUNCTION
.
Shift From 1 to 2, Function

See SHIFT FROM 1 TO 2, FUNCTION
.
Limp-Home Mode, function

See LIMP
-HOME MODE, FUNCTION.
Operating Pressure, Function

See OPERATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Lubricating Pressure, Function

See LUBRICATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Shift Pressure, Function

See SHIFT PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Modulating Pressure, Function

See MODULATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Regulating Valve Pressure, Function

See REGULATING VALVE PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Shift Valve Pressure, Function

See SHIFT VALVE PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Manual Drive Mode Selection, Function

See MANUAL DRIVE MODE SELECTION, FUNCTION
.
Oil Level Control, Function

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See OIL LEVEL CONTROL, FUNCTION
.
Function of Torque Converter Lockup Clutch Control

See FUNCTION OF TORQUE CONVERTER LOCKUP CLUTCH CONTROL
.
Torque Converter Lockup Clutch Control Pressure, Function

See TORQUE CONVERTER LOCKUP CLUTCH CONTROL PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Function Of Locking Of Selector Lever Position "P"

See FUNCTION OF LOCKING OF SELECTOR LEVER POSITION "P"
.
Ignition Lock Locking, Function

See IGNITION LOCK INTERLOCK
.
Function Of Shift Lock Override

See FUNCTION OF SHIFT LOCK OVERRIDE
.
Survey Of System Components, Automatic Transmission, Location/Task/Design/Function

See SURVEY OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION,
LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION.

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If fitted.
8 Fold foam strips supplied (8) on the right-hand side around the lower edge of the instrument panel
carrier (9) in the glove compartment opening.
9 Route additional interface module wiring harness (10) and video/DVD player wiring harness (2) into
the glove compartment opening below the left-hand bracket for instrument panel (11).
Route wiring harness before the interior wiring harness (12).
10 Route additional interface module wiring harness (10) and video/DVD player wiring harness (2)
within the instrument panel (11) downwards, to the opening in the middle of the instrument panel above
the transmission tunnel.
11 Secure the magnetic ring to the underside of the instrument panel carrier (11) with tie straps.
12 Route wiring harnesses on the right-hand side along the transmission tunnel.
Fig. 258: Identifying Instrument Panel Carrier And Fold Foam Strips

13 Route video monitor wiring harness (3) through the glove compartment, below the right-hand bracket
for the instrument panel (13) upwards to the A-pillar.
Route wiring harness before the interior wiring harness (12). Ensure that the wiring harness passes
behind the vent duct for the right lateral nozzle.
14 Lay down wiring harness carefully on instrument panel.
15 Clean upper edge of instrument panel carrier (9) in upper area where the interface module is secured in
order to ensure maximum adhesion.
16 Detach protective foil from strips of adhesive tape at bottom of interface module.
17 Guide interface module into glove compartment opening and adhere to the upper edge of the
instrument panel carrier (9).
Align interface module in the center between the left and right-hand brackets at the upper edge of the
bracket for the instrument panel (9).

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GF54.30-P-2002A
Display instruments, location / task / function
24.10.96

MODEL
129, 140 as of 1.6.96,

163, 168, 170,

202 as of 1.8.96,

208 up to 31.7.99,

210 as of 1.6.96 up to 30.6.99

Display
Type of data transmission

D
Outside temperature indicator (A1p4)

D
Fuel level gauge (A1p2)

D
Engine oil pressure gauge (A1p3), only

model 129 and model 140

D
Low windshield washer fluid level

indicator lamp (A1e13), model 163 as of

01.09.01

Direct lines

GF54.30-P-3004A

D
Total mileage odometer (A1h4)

D
Electronic speedometer (A1p8)

D
Tachometer (A1p5)

D
Coolant temperature gauge (A1p1)

D
Active service system (ASSYST)

D
Gear indicator (A1p12), only model 168

CAN data lines

GF54.30-P-3005A

D
Electronic clock
Internal

GF54.30-P-3011A

Copyright DaimlerChrysler AG 04.06.2006 CD-Ausgabe G/10/04 . This WIS print-out will not be recorde
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Task
After engine start speed is reached, interrupt the circuit (circuit 50) M1 to the solenoid switch of the starter.
Design
The solenoid switch of the starter is operated not through the ignition/ start switch S2/1, but in drive position P
or N through the starter relay, by the engine control unit.
The voltage for the starter relay (coil) is supplied through circuit 87. The starter relay is actuated by the engine
control unit through GND.
Function
When the ignition/start switch is operated in the start position, the engine control unit activates an automatic
start control. Once the engine start speed of 400 to 700 rpm is reached, the engine control unit interrupts the
ground actuation to the starter relay and thus the engine start operation.
Once the engine start operation is initiated, shutting off circuit 50 at the ignition/start switch has no effect. The
starter rotates until the specified start speed is reached, or for about 5 seconds at an engine temperature of +80 °
C, for a maximum of 10 seconds if the engine is cold.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY INFORMATION: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ENGINE - AS15.00-Z-9999ZZ
MODEL all
Motor electronics control unit,
location/task/ design/function GF07.61-P-5000F
HFM-SFI control unit,
location/task/design/ function GF07.51-P-4103D
Crankshaft position sensor,
location/task/ design/function GF07.04-P-4116F
Start recognition functionEngine 104,, 111, 112,
113, 137 (via terminal 50)GF07.13-P-3014G
Engine 119, 120 (via
engine speed signal)GF07.13-P-3014F
ETC control unit, location/taskSelector lever position
information P/N and
driving position engaged.
Transmission 722.6GF27.19-P-4012G
Electronic ignition switch
control unit, location/
task/design/functionModel 202 as of 6/97, 208,
210 as of 3/97GF80.57-P-4102A
Model 215, 220GF80.57-P-4102S
Model 203, 209GF80.57-P-4102PP

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two bottom bolts at transmission bell.
*BA27.40-P-
1008-01A
34Unscrew nuts (18)
for engine mount Before unscrewing left engine mount, press
oil line of power stee ring out of fixture.

*BA22.10-P-
1001-01L
35Unscrew oil filler
pipe (automatic
transmission) at right
cylinder head cover
36Attach engine hoist
to engine lifting eyes Use engine removal device!
*WE58.40-Z-
1012-11A
*WE58.40-Z-
1020-11A
37Raise engine Ensure that engine and its detachable
components are not lying against the body!
38Insert transmission
support (22) The transmission support is inserted onto
crossmember and into recess of transmission.
The transmission support prevents the
torque converter being pulled out. At the same
time, the transmission is fixed in place with the
transmission support when installing the
engine.
*WE58.40-Z-
1036-11A
?
*WE58.40-Z-
1036-11A
39Unscrew two top
bolts (engine 112) or
two bottom bolts
(engine 113) of
transmission bell Ensure that engine does not hit at front
against radiator or condenser damaging them
40Pull engine out
toward front and lift
out
41Install in the reverse
order
42Inspect cooling
system for leaks If fitting new cylinder head gaskets, bring
engine to operating temperature beforehand.AR20.00-P-
1010HA

43Risk of accident
caused by vehicle
starting off by itself Secure vehicle to prev ent it from moving by
itself.
Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. AS00.00-Z-0005-
01A

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