2006 w203 Alarm Issue
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2006 c230
2006 w203 Alarm Issue
I have a huge problem. I have replaced my dead battery in my 2006 c230. I connected positive first and then to the negative. When I do, all hell breaks loose! Headlights come on, horn starts blaring, wipers start, and the window wash starts spraying. I can't move the vehicle the brakes appear to be locked. I can't seem to get into my trunk to access the fuse box. I know that going to the dealer will be a couple of thousand. Even though it only has 53,000 miles and is in wonderful condition, I would have to let it go. Does anyone have any fixes or ideas to help? I really love that car but my wife is now referring to it as "the lawn ornament".
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not a merc
Did you try jump starting it before you replaced the battery?
Either way it sounds like you are going to need a new Front SAM
The front SAM controls all the items you mention!
Good luck
Either way it sounds like you are going to need a new Front SAM
The front SAM controls all the items you mention!
Good luck
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2006 c230
If I order the SAM, can I replace it myself? I would really like to avoid going to the dealer. The closest dealer is 100 miles away (I live in rural Maine) and the costs could soon get out of hand. I really appreciate all the help. It's been in this state for over a year and the wife is getting impatient.
