Instrument Cluster Dead
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2014 Mercedes Bnez GL500, 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG
Instrument Cluster Dead
Yes, I did search the forum and did read a few threads.
Everything leads me to believe I need a new or used cluster. However, before I swap, what can I check to be sure this is the issue.
Main battery is actually really new and both this and smaller battery tests just fine. AC works. Lights all work well.
It's a 2005 E55
Couldn't find an answer to what (if any) fuse is related to the cluster?
Other things I can do or check before searching for a new cluster?
Everything leads me to believe I need a new or used cluster. However, before I swap, what can I check to be sure this is the issue.
Main battery is actually really new and both this and smaller battery tests just fine. AC works. Lights all work well.
It's a 2005 E55
Couldn't find an answer to what (if any) fuse is related to the cluster?
Other things I can do or check before searching for a new cluster?
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From: Concord, CA
'13 E350 . M276
I'm not sure what caused the "death" of your IC, but about a year ago, I swapped out my IC with an AMG type. If at any point you think you need to change IC, you may not need to change the whole thing, just do your homework.
Last edited by Stuttgarten; Jan 8, 2023 at 08:29 PM.
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From: Worcestershire UK
W124 260E
This was posted on this forum from por97s dont know how to do it any other way , but this is a picture of what you need to do . He ad the same problem as you .If you do this check it will tell you if the clouster is ok or not. If you search the forum histiory you might find the post.
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2014 Mercedes Bnez GL500, 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG
Thanks. I was planning on doing exactly the "hard reset" as I found this thread earlier as well. Now imagine my surprise when it all worked normally when I went out to the car yesterday.... And today... Not sure what caused this, but will likely have to keep an eye on it.
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From: Worcestershire UK
W124 260E
Amg can i say .After you do the reset and the problem shows again ,have your alternator charge checked . As these cars will shut down if main power drops down to a cirtain level.
Last edited by optimusprime m1; Mar 20, 2016 at 05:38 AM. Reason: senior moment
