Mercedes 722.3 Torque Converter Drain Plug 14 Nm Torque

Don't Skimp on the Sparkle: Why Your Mercedes 722.3 Torque Converter Needs a Proper 14 Nm Drain Hey there, fellow gearhead! Ever found yourself peering under your classic Mercedes, wrench in hand, contemplating the mysteries of its automatic transmission? If you own a car sporting the legendary 722.3 gearbox – think W124s, W126s, W201s, and a host of other magnificent machines from the '80s and '90s – you know you've got a workhorse. These transmissions are famous for their longevity and butter-smooth shifts, but even legends need a bit of TLC to keep them in top form. And when it comes to fluid changes, there's one often-missed step that can make all the difference: properly draining the torque converter, and more specifically, hitting that crucial 14 Nm on the drain plug. ...

November 29, 2025 · 7 min · Caldwell Arden