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1997 Mercedes-Benz S500 5.0L Planetary
Posted to European Transmission on 12/5/2006 3 Replies

Hi Group,

I am in the process of repairing this transmission and have heard and read about planetary failure caused by a needle bearing that comes apart and takes out the planetaries. I think there is an update to solve this problem but I have been unable to...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1997 Mercedes-Benz S500

VIN WDBGA51EOV
Engine5.0 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans5-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
AffectedPlanetary
ConditionsUpdate
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1997 Mercedes-Benz S500

VIN WDBGA51EOV
Engine5.0 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans5-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
AffectedPlanetary
ConditionsUpdate