Should I use Lucas Stop Slip Transmission Fluid?

mercedesowner230 · Jun 20, 2012

I have a 98 Mercedes SLK230 and my transmission is going out. It isn't horrible but it is getting worse, It tends to slip and catch in between second and third gear. I was wondering if I should use a bottle of this stuff in it temporary, and was also wondering what the ups and downs could be. I read on some peoples reviews that it works great and others say it doesn't work at all, and I was reading something about that if you put it in that you would need a engine overhaul, is that true?

Please let me know.
Thanks.

Benznoob26 · Jun 20, 2012

I don't see how it could ruin your transmission...probably won't work, but it's worth a shot i guess.

eric242340 · Jun 20, 2012

What is the mileage and has the transmission fluid and filter been changed at all?

Musikmann · Jun 20, 2012

Please answer Eric's questions. In general, Lucas makes good products but I wouldn't add anything to your MB ATF.

mercedesowner230 · Jun 20, 2012

The mileage is 110,832 and I just had the transmission flushed about a thousand miles ago as well as the filter changed. Whenever we pulled the filter we noticed metal flakes.

eric242340 · Jun 21, 2012

With metal flakes in there, this addative will be of little use, you need a transmission rebuilt.

Musikmann · Jun 20, 2012

First ever service? And was that a power flush?

Mslaughter · Jun 21, 2012

At that point, in your transmission's life, it probably won't hurt anything. Don't expect a miracle but you might as well give it a shot.

eric242340 · Jun 21, 2012

I actually thought the same but, as it stands now the transmission can be rebuilt, however if he puts this addative in and it destroys the clutch packs then a rebuild may be out of the question and he will need another tranny instead.

mercedesowner230 · Jun 26, 2012

I tried it and it helped a little bit, does any of you know the average cost of a transmission rebuild?

Should I use Lucas Stop Slip Transmission Fluid?

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