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Old Jul 1, 2012 | 10:22 PM
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New with E430! Questions ect...

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My GF just picked up a 2001 E430 that is primo in the exterior and decent on the exterior and im looking for advice. First, I thought i saw somewhere that there is a E class exclusive forum? Besides this one of course... Anyway, currently i have issues with the abs light, srs light, passenger seat controls (moves the wrong way, kinda backwards. Think i will start with a cleaning), passenger front speaker doesn't work at all, and either the brake light is lit on the dash or the bas light, i cant recall. We bought the car and its currently getting some PDR before we take delivery. I'm just trying to get an idea on what I need to check before so i can get to it when i pick it up. FYI i have never owned a MB and know nothing about them! lol. I have always been a bmw enthusiast not to mention domestic cars. Anyway, Thanks!
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Old Jul 2, 2012 | 12:13 AM
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this forum is a good start....

benzworld.org is also very good and has a great FAQ/Sticky section

peachparts.com has a great Tech Help section

mbca.org

forums.mercedesclub.org.uk
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Old Jul 2, 2012 | 07:50 AM
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brakleight switch is a likely culprit for the abs and bas light. SRS light (airbag) needs a special scanner -dealer or indie- to reset.
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Old Jul 2, 2012 | 10:53 AM
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Wouldn't the brake lights not work if it was the switch?
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Old Jul 2, 2012 | 02:38 PM
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if you have a failed brake light bulb and dont fix it for too long you can get abs and bas light. I had the same issue and finally fixed the bulb and the error went away.
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Old Jul 2, 2012 | 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by justinp95
Wouldn't the brake lights not work if it was the switch?
Does your cruise control work?
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Old Jul 3, 2012 | 09:57 AM
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Not sure, I'm still waiting to take possession of it.
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Old Jul 3, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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Not sure, I'm still waiting to take possession of it.
If the CC doesn't work that's one more piece of evidence that the brake light switch is defective.
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Sweet, I hope it's something as simple as that.
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