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Not doing the filter at the moment as apparently it is a 100,000-150,000 mile replacement so no sump removal required just drain and refill 5 times to replace the majority of the fluid.

There is however very bad news....

Other half decided to make some custard tonight ( very rare occurance and very ill timed) of course not having done all the changes yet the measuring jug is still in the garage and I had to confess, why couldn't we have a strawberry and chocolate muffin like last night I don't know!!!! anyway I need to wash my hair now to get the banana and custard out.

As a note guys. I would advise you do this as this is not a standard service item. If like me you dont do your gearbox will die studdenly and it will cost you £000 to get a new one as second hand ones are imposible to fine.

I AM in mourning.My 430 was in a 'sandwich' the other week.Sods law ,i drive 50k a year for work and on my day off i get hit due to IDIOTS on the road.THERE is mainly rear damage and insurers want to write it off!

Waiting for more info.p.s. driving MERC E CLASS( )

What is the current status of your 430. Your in Reading did you ufix it or get rid of????