first210

new to forum.

inherited 1997 e320 sedan - m104 engine. had it towed to my place. turns over. does not start.

looked around....the ECU cover was open and the first row of electronics was missing. anyone know what these computers/electronics are?

to be more specific...looking at the engine compartment - the computers in the far left corner covered by an odd shape cover. there are a few rows of computers. the row closest to the front of the car is completely missing...anyone know what was there?

if someone could ID the contents of that entire area, that would be much appreciated. but most especially the front row - that would be great.

if you need more info, let me know.

car is a 1997 E320 with M104 engine.

many thanks. trying to get this thing on the road.

Plutoe

Whats the VIN???

first210

VIN: wdbjf55f3va347152

thanks!

Plutoe

FYI: There is something wrong with that VIN, in any event---the control module box is undercover on passenger side and going from front to back the modules are ESP electronic stability program, ADS adaptive damping system, TCU transmission, ECU engine control unit.

To understand what they all do, check the manual or simply do a goggle search.

first210

thanks for the info! much appreciated.

would the absence of the ESP module prevent it from starting (car is cranking) or should i look elsewhere?

I have a code scanner...havent used it yet. any tips or special info i should know before use?

thanks!

Plutoe

I would be interested to learn what codes if any are in the ECU?? Just make sure the key is moved to the position where the dash light up

first210

hi, thanks for the previous posts. i think i have that one. here's a pic. what's missing? anyone know?

thanks in advance!

tee

i think its called the k4o relay from what i remember.

rolaes62

first210, Yup that's where the K40 relay & over load protection board goes. without that your car wont start. you can pick one up on Ebay for around $100 or go to a junkyard, but you have to get one specifically for a 97, a 96 might work but 98 and newer use a different type of relay box. I'll try to post a pic of it for you so you have an idea of what i looks like.

Good luck Rusty

rolaes62

Here you go:

K40 Relay & Overload protection board assembly