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'''Transmission Shifter Removal From Centre Console | ==Description - Transmission Shifter== | ||
The M-B Transmission Selector allows the driver to select the required mode for the automatic transmission with the choices being usually; | |||
* Park | |||
* Reverse | |||
* Neutral | |||
* Drive (with a choice for manually selecting higher or lower gears if required) | |||
The M-B transmission shifter has a safety feature whereby it is supposed to remain locked in Park unless the proper key is in the ignition and the brake pedal is pressed. | |||
==Issues - Transmission Shifter== | |||
A common issue is that the Transmission Shifter becomes stuck in the Park position thus disabling the vehicle. | |||
==DIY Fixes - Transmission Shifter== | |||
===Transmission Shifter Stuck in Park=== | |||
'''Warning''' | |||
This DIY fix removes the offending pieces, but in doing so, defeats the brake/shifter interlock. This means that the car can be taken out of park at any time without having to turn the key on and/or depressing the brake pedal to do so. If you plan to leave unattended children in the car, this fix may not be right for you in which case you should replace the broken pieces to restore the safety feature to its original condition. | |||
Detailed method for a 2003 S55 click here [http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220-s-class/1455706-shifter-stuck-park-handy-tools-heres.html] | |||
===Transmission Shifter Removal From Centre Console=== | |||
'''References:''' | '''References:''' | ||
Revision as of 09:40, 4 May 2016
Description - Transmission Shifter
The M-B Transmission Selector allows the driver to select the required mode for the automatic transmission with the choices being usually;
- Park
- Reverse
- Neutral
- Drive (with a choice for manually selecting higher or lower gears if required)
The M-B transmission shifter has a safety feature whereby it is supposed to remain locked in Park unless the proper key is in the ignition and the brake pedal is pressed.
Issues - Transmission Shifter
A common issue is that the Transmission Shifter becomes stuck in the Park position thus disabling the vehicle.
DIY Fixes - Transmission Shifter
Transmission Shifter Stuck in Park
Warning
This DIY fix removes the offending pieces, but in doing so, defeats the brake/shifter interlock. This means that the car can be taken out of park at any time without having to turn the key on and/or depressing the brake pedal to do so. If you plan to leave unattended children in the car, this fix may not be right for you in which case you should replace the broken pieces to restore the safety feature to its original condition.
Detailed method for a 2003 S55 click here [1]
Transmission Shifter Removal From Centre Console
References:
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220-s-class/1455706-shifter-stuck-park-handy-tools-heres.html
also refer to WIS 68.20 Center Console