2004 Mercedes E320(W211) Trunk Failure
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2004 Mercedes E320
2004 Mercedes E320(W211) Trunk Failure
My third tail-light still works and the emergency release button as well, however, the close button no-longer lights up. Nor does it close the trunk any more. the button on the inside of the car on the door lights up, and when you pull it, the trunk makes the sound as if it wants to close but, nothing happens. I have to open it manually with the mechanical key. and it doesn't even open all the way, it just pops up and doesn't stay up. so I have to be care or else I might get knocked out!!! My other problem is that one of my keys only works to turn the car on and/or activate the panic alarm while the other one has mysteriously gotten un-registered from the car's key list and seems to be the only key that actually works!
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2004 Mercedes E320
sure, when we got the car, it came with 2 keys. later in the years, they both stopped working. We, then replaced the batteries, getting it wrong the first time. We thought that fixed it but, a few weeks later, the second key failed to be recognized by the car, even though it still works. the first key, however, still allows you to turn on the car(and also start the alarm, when pressed) but the lock and unlock buttons don't do anything. Neither does the trunk button(on the key)
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,486
Likes: 46
From: dmv
2009 E550 2000 Honda civic mash n' go
sure, when we got the car, it came with 2 keys. later in the years, they both stopped working. We, then replaced the batteries, getting it wrong the first time. We thought that fixed it but, a few weeks later, the second key failed to be recognized by the car, even though it still works. the first key, however, still allows you to turn on the car(and also start the alarm, when pressed) but the lock and unlock buttons don't do anything. Neither does the trunk button(on the key)
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Long Island, NY
2018 E300, 2014 C300
My recent problem may be manifest itself differently in your car . . . both the key fob and the release on the left front door would open the trunk, but not the trunk handle itself. Dealer expected to replace the handle that would be it. Wrong. Turned out the problem was corroded wiring leading into the handle. Well, apparently actually a switch, not a handle as we know it. Remove, repair and reinstall wiring harness. $700. But it works. BTW, Dole light always worked.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2004 Mercedes E320
OK. Let me try rephrasing this again. the only thing that key one does is turn on the alarm when you press the panic button and turn on the car. key two looks broken but seemingly works perfectly, the only problem with it; the car no longer recognizes it. when you go to the ENGINEERING MODE menu in the COMAND navigation system and look at the registered keys, key 2 is gone and I don't know why
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,486
Likes: 46
From: dmv
2009 E550 2000 Honda civic mash n' go
your explaining and typing is confusing and its really hard to decipher what either key is doing. it seems to me you may have one or all of the following... bad key, faulty trunk latch, eis issue, or central locking issue. if you have enough money to pay for 1hr checkout fee take it to a dealer. tell them your complaints, decline the work, pay your 1.0 hr c\o fee and go from there....
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2004 Mercedes E320
it funny you should mention that because when ever I'm at the store and it rains the trunk lid does get filled with water and I am trying to fix these problems as cheaply as possible
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,486
Likes: 46
From: dmv
2009 E550 2000 Honda civic mash n' go
tisk tisk... wouldnt be surprised if something is shorted. theres a cover over a wire loom on your trunk hinges, left one to be exact.... trace the wires in the loom to your rear sam, left rear trunk area behind trunk lining.... bet you there's a broken wire or damaged wires... thats 700$ in a post above sounds about right. wiring repairs pay well. Typically little cost in parts and more cost in labor.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
2004 Mercedes E320
it's interesting because you are probably wondering if speak English well. I myself am wondering about you, except for my punctuation errors. FYI I'm born and raised in the Good ol' US of A.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,486
Likes: 46
From: dmv
2009 E550 2000 Honda civic mash n' go
im a tad bit lazy when it comes to typing especially when im on my phone haha. I'll save my grammar and english skills for a rainy day lmao, born in england though...
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
