So the AW70L is the same transmission as the AW70???

Hi all, My 1990 244 at 256,000+ miles has a bad AW70 transmission. I'm looking to get a good used unit from a salvage yard. Currently it seems that the AW70 is becoming more expensive, and a bit harder to find. Is there a difference between the AW70 and AW70L, or is the only difference the torque co...

The kickdown cable appears to work normally, and Cottman confirms this.

Thanks for the info!


Where would you recommend I buy a rebuild kit? How many hours should a rookie like myself expect to put in to it?

Hi everyone, a few months ago the transmission in my 1990 244 failed. I have a new car already, but I was wondering if anyone has any input, or if my transmission is just toast and needs a rebuild. The transmission always shifted a bit hard from 1st to 2nd, which I hear is common. Anyway, one day I ...