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love the fact that you will tackle anything which makes your videos extra special. You are very fortunate to have such a great fan base with lots of knowledge and suggestions. You are a winner all around, keep up the good work

Randy, disconnect both battery terminals and jump them together and turn headlights on to drain and reset all memory for 15 minutes, the reconnect all and. Test drive

If all else fails call Eric at SMA he probably has some resources or knowlege I always refer to his videos

Do not worry you are almost home free my guy! I had this SAME exact issue with a e320 wagon. Stuck in limp mode for 1 MONTH! I would not give up. Getting SAME CODE! It was the speed sensor too because I could see the damage to it on the old conducor plate. My TCM module was covered in oil as well. Got a new TCM from a u pull it junk yard that was in perfect shape for 20 bucks. Cheapie conductor plate (but well reviewed $150) so after the new conductor plate you need to take to a indi benz garage or Benz (don't do that $$) and have them re calibrate the computer. Many people will tell you that you can reset the computer but the reality is, it takes special software. I wasted a lot of time, you can't do it. In Fort Lauderdale at an indi garage I paid 120 bucks for the computer reflashing or whatever they did. It took them about 20 or 30 minutes and it was like magic. When done my car drove PERFECTLY. Now this being said, if this still does not get you out of limp mode than I'm sorry to tell you that you may need a new gear switch selector as well. I did. It was a 450 dollar part (new condition but good luck finding a used one). Easy installation.

As you know that oil is like water in the electrical system. Need to clean out the connector to the transmission. But that wire has to be replaced. OH BOY!!! Thanks for sharing your experience with this project.

It shifted before you played with it if I recall. In that case I would go backwards. Drain fluid with a cheese cloth to strain it, so it can be used again. Take the electronics apart again, assemble together. Test drive and find out if fixed. If not, disassemble again, use the old parts, put it all back together and test drive. Also the dipstick they sent is universal. Check the instructions for the correct level and correct temp to check. Check it hot. They will shift weird, and throw incorrect ratio if low. Good luck

Hope this helps, fault codes stored on the Engine Contol Unit (ECU), you get them from a generic OBD II scanner. To properly troubleshoot the transmission problem on your Mercedes-Benz, you will need a diagnostic scanner that can retrieve the fault codes from the transmission control unit (TCU). The end process will be to reset the TCU, I do not know if the scanner your using will reset the codes after you swapped out the Transmission Valve Body Plate usually a Mercedes-Benz dealer or perhaps a Chrysler dealer would reset the TCU.

The Crossfire is essentially a rebodied MB SLK. Try using your scanner set for MB SLK instead of Chrysler.

Kudos for being possibly the only youtuber who is able to make ads and promos watchable, you say it as it is which is refreshing. 👍

Randy Great interesting content. If the wiring harness is contaminated with transmission fluid. That could cause on going electronic problems. Cheers

The transmission will remain in limp mode until the hard faults in the tcm are cleared with a mercedes specific scantool. Disconnecting the battery will NOT clear any tcm fault codes in older mercedes such as this one. I would suggest getting a Foxwell NT520 pro with 38 pin multiplexer to clear the tcm fault codes. It also includes the regular OBDII adapter too. Its the best scanner for older mercedes at the lowest cost compared to Xentry DAS or STAR. You're doing great, keep it up!

Google: crossfire transmission (part number here) wiring diagram

I've used FCP Euro often for my BWM 1990 535i. Thanks for the vid, Randy, love it! :) Also, thanks for bringing us along on this journey.

I've owned 4 M Class Mercedes and always thought I'd have to do this to atleast one of em but So far I've been really lucky. Lol

Randy. I hope thats your name. Chuck here, I've been a Volvo and BMW mechanic for 25yrs. I now own a 2006 Crossfire Its also in limp mode, So I took it to a Transmission shop and with their 13k scanner I don't know the brand. but it was capable of reading any Vehicle being a trans shop, And scanned my car with Mercedes soft ware and got code 600which is lost communication with electronic gear shift module (SLA) Which I believe stands for shift lever actuator The module is not sending the signal to TCM. With a simple obd 2 scanner all I get is simple po705, I believe yours has the same problem. And after its replaced it must be cleared with a compatible scanner that has Benz software. Or as I will do take it to a transmission shop and have them remove the hard limp mode code. Its the only way. The shift lever module used is about $160. ebay. When I get mine done I'll let you know. Hang in there Brother.

Hey Randy!glad you're back.

Great show I'm definitely loving the channel keep up the great work

great parts at a great site randy just picked up a few parts thanks again

Randy!! Where have you been?? We've missed you brother!!

it's like my fears of the 5r55s on my 05 stang gt Randy, it runs like a scalded dog right now but i know about the servos sliding through an aluminum case and wearing down the channels and yada yada.....scares the hell out of me. nice job to this point brother, i'm sure you'll figure it out.

try looking at it as a Mercedes

Amazing video Randy very good and reliable information.

Awesome content Randy. Looking forward to the update video, good luck brother 👌🏻❄️

Thank you so much for this video I literally fixed the faulty ignition switch on my slk 320 now on to changing the conductor plate

Thanks for the information and help on where to get these parts randy. I’m getting ready to service my Dodge Charger with the same transmission 👍😃

Hi Rangy. Man that Autel maxi is sweet! I want, no, i need one! Thanks for another great video.

You dah man keep the car content coming

I haven’t watched yet. But I hope it works! I just did 5his on my e430

greetings from Tlaxcala, Mexico

Don't let it beat you Randy......keep at it, you'll get there i'm sure!

Love your videos keep up the good work

Nice technique draining the pan. That worked well. I've heard that are great to deal with for parts.

Where u took the pan of the wiring connections was coved in oil and it drip on your sleeve clean them all as well great vid matey

Great video Randy! Sorry this didn't fix it. Maybe reach out to Monkey Wrench Mike. He's the Mercedes guy. He may have a tip or two after all the work he's done on his transmissions. I'll keep my fingers crossed until then...

FCP Euro are great! I buy from them all the time.

My first car was a 56 no post Belair Chevy. I built it up, put a 396 in it, and had it painted a midnight blue with diamond flakes in it. Black diamond pleated interior with Hurst shifter. It was gorgeous. Sold it and bought a 66 GTO 389 three 2 barrel carbs, 4 speed.

Communicate with it as a Mercedes not a Chrysler Crossfire, this will then communicate with the Transmission Module. Clear the Hard faults. Its stuck in gear until you do this.

My older c230 I bought it knowing that it had a bad transmission,it wouldn’t shift past 2nd replaced transmission still had the same exact issue with the new/used transmission, then I replaced the transmission control module TCM and it fixed everything and I have been driving the car for 11 years

2004 Chrysler Crossfire Transmission Codes P0715. Got a P0715 code from my 2004Chrysler Crossfire indicating a bad speed sensor. This generally means a bad conductor plate in the automatic transmission. Fix is to replace the conductor plate and then have the trans codes reset by a dealer.

I was going to suggest a mityvac oil extractor to suction the fluid from the dipstick hole they work great!

If the trans fluid made it into cabin maybe the entire harness needs to be cleaned, maybe connectors at transmission have fluid inside and causing errors? Good luck you'll solve it. It's good watching you tackling these issues. Keep up the good work.

I have watched all of these Crossfire videos and have thoroughly enjoyed them and been enlightened. Kudos to you Randy for great content. Now...as a guy who only does oil changes, spark plugs and brake pads, do I want to buy a Crossfire at all? I love the way they look and I have my eye on a couple of low milage cars in very good condition. Both always garaged and under 60,000 miles. But as much as I love the way they look...I DO NOT WANT SOMETHING THAT IS GOING TO NEED WORK OR HAVE TO BE TOWED TO A MECHANIC ON A REGULAR BASIS. I've been driving Toyotas, Hondas and Mazdas for the last forty years and for the most part they are trouble free. I am a "car guy" and I like maintaining and driving them....but not pouring lots of money into a dark hole. And to be honest, I have always heard these are a bit troublesome. Comments from anyone are welcome. And the next time I need something....FCP Euro is where I'll shop. Keep on Randy!

Good work

Hi Randy I did go to FCP Euro website. It a nice crossfire pretty color. Randy you cover your grey hair pretty good from some of those car's

Im confident you will find the problem, even if you have to take it to a dealer for them to diagnose and you come back to fix it.

The Transmission drain bolt is a 5mm hex and not a T30 Torx and use a impact to take it out..

Hey randy next time you have a stuck drain plug get your 3/8 impact gun and give the drain plug a couple of zaps ... it seems like the vibration from the impact helps get it loose. ..

Randy those led shop lights that were at the house, you should install a few in your current garage just to help out with lighting!

I understand your frustration I hope you find the solution

Well dang Randy. I’m pretty sure you had the ratchet going the wrong way on that transmission drain plug. Lol. Happens to the best of us

Hey, Great job on replacing the conductor plate! I'm sorry it still not shifting. When a scanner is having difficulty communicating,Or reading codes it's Usually (the vehicle's computer) (compatibility) (wires) needs checking. Or just go to the Chrysler dealer. Good luck

Yes daylight and hopefully warmer. Should get a QuickJacks Car Lift would help give you some space and safer. Best wishes.

You are having to much fun!

I was reading that fluid from that trans. in mb w211 can flow to computer through cable and ruin it

Like the music.

At SEMA there was an amazing looking crossfire converted to off road/baja SUV. It looked amazing cool.

A guy on facebook posted about his fathers 99 Chrysler Lhs 3.5l with 426k miles on it with regular maintenance. Yes four hundred twenty six thousand. With original drivetrain.. on a page called underappreciated survivors. I was definitely shocked . Everyone shits on Chryslers but if its well taken care then theyll last.

Randy you didn't make a video like this since long time. What makes your channel interesting is this type of detailed videos where you show step by step how you fix stuff.. Check your videos in the last a few months and you'll agree with me. We want this type of videos more..

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Hey Randy, you really should invest in a cheap 12v oil drain pump. I use mine all the time for engine oil changes but in situations like this with a stuck drain valve, its invaluable.

Clean up the the headlights and that'll be a nice looking Chrysler, oh sorry I mean Mercedes 😂

Hang in there you will figure it out you do good work keep up the good job what you did to this point look like you did a good job keep up the good work sometimes you win some sometimes you don't but I think you will win this one love you bye-bye

Hey Randy love the videos! I’m 13 and can’t wait to do this when I’m older! I collect and fix Apple products like phones so that’s a start😁

I think the Problem is, that the wires are still soaked with transmission fluid. A simple solution is to cut all of them 1 or 2 inches behind the connector and solder them together again. The soldering is funktion as a berrier for the transmission fluid. The same problem has Mercedes with ther camshaft aktuators on the 2.3l supercharge engines. The gaskets starts to leak in the wireing harness and the ecu can fail. After that disconnect all batterys from the system and try to start. That should drain the system completely. Leave it disconnected a couple of minutes. After that, connect the battery and try it again. The system should reboot. If not, visit the dealer to let them the system clear and reboot. I hope you understand what i try to explain. My English issend that good.

How about getting the oscilloscope out and measure signals? My guess is that they would all be in a sort of 5V or 12V range. Might also be worth checking all groundings, you never know what that oil might have caused.

You need the automatic transmission module - I have had to replace several over the year

I love how u put shit happens on the video that was funning

I know this is 3 years old but the guy on Mercedes Source said that as of 11/21 the only conductor plates for this transmission will be aftermarket third party. No more OEMs. Just putting that out there.

Holy ad spots batman lol.. 9 ads 40 min video. Man's got to hustle I guess. :)

Let Tim enjoy working on the wiring!

Randy I like how the Crossfire is turning out, keep it up! Also, how’s the house doing?

Did you test the coils to see if they work with 12v for a clicking sound

Did you make sure that the selector shafter was in place when installed the valve body. fluid will not travel at all if it sliped out.

Another thing you can do for a stripped Pan bolt is add a new drain port if you know how to weld I suggest a JIT fitting or a quick connection.

Randy, these gearboxes require exact oil levels. Not enough causes all sorts of issues. I would recommend your get the oil level exactly correct before you go any further!

Would be a great idea to start another channel about weird and strange rare vehicles. Maybe give a mixture of uncommon vehicles to gain people interest. Depending on the vehicle some people might be on "What the hell is that, let click on the video and find out." Anyways best of luck with the crossfire

I had a Dodge 2005 Cummings that did the same thing, I drop the pan and replace all the Sensors 3 of them,put new trans filter in , it drove like new again

Call Monkey Wrench Mike it seems I think he had a problem like this on one of his.

Exactly what happened to me, the drain bolt was stripped by previous owner. I had to remove 4 bolts leaving 2 real loose to tip & drain. Biggest pain in the ass ever! I feel your pain

Was loving the video until all the light flashing started. Stuff in person shows up different on camera sometimes what can u do? Shit happens lol.

there should be a 5 volt reference signal at every sensor in the car if any sensor fails it can bring down the high speed network an easy method is checking each senor by unplugging one at a time and try to check codes

The p0715 deals with a speed sensor. Try disconnecting the battery 1st to reset the computer.

Bro that sucks man you will figure it out I have faith

If the drain pan is metal you can put heat with a propane torch directly on the drain plug and it will break free. They probably put loctite on the plug.

You got mister Wilson on windscreen.lol.

Check the pump pressure with a guage or remove 1 of the lines and pump out the fluid

Thx for the video I have same transmission & already changed the plate but still in limp mode, how can I know the faulty plate , plz

The body module is usually the one that dies. Checks the pins are still connected to the circuit board in the module. use a magnifying glass. I've had them and the ones in the ABS computer separate from the circuit board. Have you got the socket part of the trans plug (with the 7mm screw) In all the way and the right "o rings" in the right Position. We used to coat the outside of it and the "o rings" in Vaseline to make sure they go all the way in. From memory it only goes in in one position. good luck and if all else fails take it to some one who deals with these regularly who has a Bosch scanner. .

Lol, when I did my C230, I didn't even bother with the drain bolt. Went straight to opening and draining the pan.

yeah my 08 cherokee had that problem conductor plates are common problems.. i changed trans fluid thought helped nope.. then realized electrical compments are junk.

You can always disconnect the battery, clean the terminals with some sand paper and make sure the battery is resuscitated, also a negative wire/ground to the body

That’s is awesome 😎 I’m working on my 2014 charger with the same trany. And I was wondering if I hade to replace the conductor plate The code is P0741

Randy, isn't it "righty tightly, lefty loosey"? The first time you tried to take off the transmission drain plug you were tightening it. I ran into trouble when I didn't realize I was trying to remove some left-hand threaded bolts.

Solus scanner can clear code randy after code is cleared it will function I've done a dozen or so conductor plates

Hmmm, that sucks. Not sure if you're familiar with DiagnoseDan, but he seems to be excellent at diagnosing European car problems. He looked at a car, either a BMW or Mercedes which had been to several shops including a dealer where many items were replaced still having the same problem and he tracked it down to a bad passenger door handle. When he removed the handle you could see where there was residue from the bad sensor. Thanks for sharing.

Great video! What happened to the Z convertible?

Get some CRC QD Contact Cleaner from Home Depot. I use it on motherboards and CPUs all the time.

The turn signal on my dads 74 Ford gathered condensation. Solution?? Drill 2 small holes in the plastic. Vented the condensation.

Try logging in as a Mercedes Benz e or c class on the odb reader