Transmission must have gas pedal released to shift into 2nd gear.

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Vehicle will redline endlessly in first gear until you take your foot off the pedal. It then shifts into 2nd and beyond with no issue.

What makes this problem better or worse?

Taking power away from the engine in first gear allows the tranny to shift beyond 1st gear.

How long has your 1995 Mercedes-Benz C280 had this problem?

First start after vehicle sat for 3 years, I believe. Problem wasnt evident then.

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in Milltown WI

Apr 24, 2020

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Transmission must have gas pedal released to shift into 2nd gear.

What is your question?

Vehicle will redline endlessly in first gear until you take your foot off the pedal. It then shifts into 2nd and beyond with no issue.

What makes this problem better or worse?

Taking power away from the engine in first gear allows the tranny to shift beyond 1st gear.

How long has your 1995 Mercedes-Benz C280 had this problem?

First start after vehicle sat for 3 years, I believe. Problem wasnt evident then.

Visitor

in Milltown WI

Apr 24, 2020

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DaveJMon Apr 26, 2020

You could have a concern with the throttle valve cable adjustment. If detached or out of adjustment, the transmission doesn't now throttle position and can't shift accordingly. This can be a big problem and can cause a transmission failure as well before too long. It can be other things, but that's where I'd look first.

Furdon Apr 26, 2020

There is slack in the gas pedal before the engine responds. I'll check this out first. Could you tell me what is involved in this process?

DaveJMon Apr 26, 2020

That is likely a related concern. Check the throttle linkage under the hood. I highly recommend skilled experienced help.

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