The centre didplay screen between the clocks has developed a fault and shows lines 2/3 of the way up the screen. This the display that gives general car info - milage etc. Top part still working.
Did not get a bang or anything, was just like that after I returned from holidays. Like that a month+ now.
Has anyone similar experience... does it cost much to replace.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Lines up centre of display

 

You sure the connection isn't just loose or something for some reason?

 

I not sure how to check. I had just parked it and all fine. When I returned it was like this when I turned it on

 

I am hoping it is a loose connector instead of internal stress/fatigue crack/thermal stress. Check the screen carefully and see if the LCD inside is cracked. As for checking, the only way is to remove the dash so not ideal.

 

Correction: as for checking if its is a loose wire, the only way is to remove the dash.

 

moved to W177 forum...

 

It might be a trip to the dealer. Not sure if you can replace the screen without coding.

You mentioned you just returned from holidays, was it an extended period (IE. couple weeks). Possibly a weak battery or low voltage may have attributed to the issue.

 

Some possible causes yes, worth checking.