Auto gearbox problems

[sgunn65]

Hi
I have a 97 230slk. Recently I have found that if I brake reasonably hard (not excessively) the auto gearbox sticks in neutral. I then have to stop put the car in reverse then back to drive before it will go. I also find that the gearbox is erratic. I never know if I am going to speed away from the lights or lurch!!
I was told it may just be that the levels need topping up?

How do I do this? What should I use?

Thanks

 

[panason1c]

You need a special dipstick, available from MB at £20...if the box needs topping up use ONLY the MB fluid, it is a fully synthetic oil specifically for the 722.6 box.

Probably a better idea is to renew the gearbox oil and filter.

 

[jules335500]

Oil and filter change £60 and is worth doing every 18months on cars with 100k plus.While its on ramps change diff oil too