W208 EIN Problem??
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2000 Mercedes CLK 320 Convertable
W208 EIN Problem??
My 2000 CLK320 had a no crank, no dash lights, no start issue. I would spray CRC electrical cleaner in the key hole and then it would work fine. But now the issue has become worse: the SRS light flashes very dim, the turn signals and wipers do not work, and the cigarettes lighter moves between 14 amps and 0 amps!! I can see the voltage change while I wiggle the key. However, the car starts and runs just fine?? Is this my EIS? or should I start checking my SAM modules? I have an iCarsoft scanner and it reads no faults with the EIN and SAM. The DataStreams are fine. I had replaced the clock spring/steering angle sensor last year and that took care of my ABS/ESP issue. When I turn on the wipers, the SRS light flashes and I can hear a clicking behind the center of the dash????? Turning on the right turn signal flashes the left turn signal????? If this was a GM car, I would replace the clockspring!
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1998 CLK 320
That doesn't sound like the SAM. I would be looking at something like the ignition switch. No codes suggests that something is "crippled" (not fully "broken" yet). That happens with electronics fairly often (in all cars).
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2000 Mercedes CLK 320 Convertable
Thanks for the reply! I think so, too. I'm probably gonna need to send out the ignition switch for repair. I believe this part is married to the VIN, so I cannot just replace it. Am I right??
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1998 CLK 320
I'm not entirely sure on the Benz. I assume so. That's how my Audi is, but I have software for my Audi. MB doesn't want anyone inside their (W208) ECUs.It might be a good idea to do some more research (this time focusing on ignition switch issues). I bet you'll find someone with your exact problem.
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