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Limp Mode-Many PLS HELP topics, but did you get it fixed? Tell me pls!

Old Jan 16, 2024 | 10:13 PM
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Limp Mode-Many PLS HELP topics, but did you get it fixed? Tell me pls!

Limp Mode-Many PLS HELP topics, but did you get it fixed? Tell me pls!Hi,

Looks like no General Merc forum exists here as limp mode seems to be a common problem in many models. Mine is a C220 W204 2007 diesel 153k km. My iCarsoft MB II messages are:

22DD-000 No CAN msg from N15/3 (ETC/EGS) control unit,
U010087 ECU Comms malfunction,
?? Trans. control module fault - no ECU connection,
B275013 The squib for sidebag driver has a malfunction, open circuit, 530108 CAN N2/10 restraint faulty - both related??
B210C16, B219116, B219500 Power supply outside range, limit avalue not attained, 30g circuit outside ..., 30 circuit < 8.5V
Battery shows 12.3V, so that is sufficient, probably all related to PREFUSE PROBLEMS and F32 relay?? Amazon are falling over themselves trying to sell you second-hand modules,
B224B00 CU rear signal acquisition - malfunction.

If the SUN messages are similar at a Merc stealership, I am wondering what they are going to look at first. For the first error Google claims a solution, but that site wants $50 with little guarantee as indicated by the phrase: " ....... we can only give you what is on the server". I don't have a black belt in electrickery, but < 8.5VDC means any CU (control unit) will malfunction and may trigger limp mode?

How did you get your limp mode fixed? Thanks.
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Limp Mode-Many PLS HELP topics, but did you get it fixed? Tell me pls!Hi,

Looks like no General Merc forum exists here as limp mode seems to be a common problem in many models.

Mine is a C220 W204 2007 diesel 153k km.

My iCarsoft MB II messages are:

22DD-000 No CAN msg from N15/3 (ETC/EGS) control unit,

U010087 ECU Comms malfunction,
?? Trans. control module fault - no ECU connection,

B275013 The squib for sidebag driver has a malfunction, open circuit,

530108 CAN N2/10 restraint faulty - both related??

B210C16, B219116, B219500 Power supply outside range, limit avalue not attained, 30g circuit outside ..., 30 circuit < 8.5V

Battery shows 12.3V, so that is sufficient, probably all related to PREFUSE PROBLEMS and F32 relay??

Amazon are falling over themselves trying to sell you second-hand modules,

B224B00 CU rear signal acquisition - malfunction.

If the SUN messages are similar at a Merc stealership, I am wondering what they are going to look at first.
For the first error Google claims a solution, but that site wants $50 with little guarantee as indicated by the phrase: " ....... we can only give you what is on the server". I don't have a black belt in electrickery, but < 8.5VDC means any CU (control unit) will malfunction and may trigger limp mode?

How did you get your limp mode fixed? Thanks.
Okay, I took a look at the spread of your faults.
My first reaction is you're dealing with a marginal voltage level that crashes VIP Modules: ECU + TCU... equal limp-mode.

1-- Double check your running voltage NEVER deeps below 12.6V. ALT Regulator may have worned out brushes.

2-- You main engine-chassis GND strap may prevent power from reaching your chassis.

3-- Reset modules then observe which modules come back first. Consider the poor GND connection of these modules.

be sure to pay attention to status current vs. Stored.
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