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Old Feb 9, 2013 | 02:34 PM
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BAS ESP light

My 2000 e320 4Matic keeps flashing the ESP/BAS light on the dash. No idea why it keeps re appearing and my tires aren't spinning or losing traction. It'll stay on until I shut the car off and turn it back on
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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 09:52 PM
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Bas and ESP light

It is extremely likely that your stop light switch is bad. I paid $19.80 for the one on my car that solved these problems. You can install this yourself by removing the drivers underdash panel. You will see the small brake light switch at the end of the swing of the brake pedal. Don't forget to '**** it' before installing it which is pulling out the plunger one notch. Most auto parts stores carry this brake light switch.
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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 11:19 PM
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just because it's free and quick, try turning the steering wheel full lock left, then full lock right....to reset. see if that helps
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 06:21 AM
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E240 ENGINE FAN PROBLEM

HI I HAVE AN E240 1999 WITH A FAN PROBLEM THE FAN IS ALWAYS RUNNING ONCE YOU PUT THE KEY ON
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 11:46 PM
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just because it's free and quick, try turning the steering wheel full lock left, then full lock right....to reset. see if that helps

i did as you said and so far no warning light is appearing!! im going to get it looked at soon just in case! im hoping its nothing serious and at most just the brake light switch.
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