2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 rough shifting 1st gear only

2000 MERCEDES BENZ ML320
224,760 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SAMBUDDY
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Filter in transmission found in bottom of pan.

rough shifting in and out of 1st gear. otherwise shifts smoothly.
Dec 9, 2009 at 6:33 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Was it serviced with the proper M/B fluid? Sounds like it may be a valve-body or solenoid issue. Has any work been done to the trans before? I dont see any TSB (Tech Service Bulletins) that pertain to harsh 1st gear shifts, except under full throttle.
Dec 11, 2009 at 9:09 PM
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