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Old Nov 18, 2012 | 12:53 PM
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Alarm wont arm, blinkers wont flash, IR windows wont work.

2000 C230 sport kompressor.

Had some stuff rolling around in the trunk so I think that's where the problem is at.

Also think this problem could happen to any newer Mercedes

Some symptoms are:

Locking the car with remote will not arm alarm, will lock doors.
IR window function wont work at all.
Panic button does work
With window down, Doors locked with remote, I can still start the car.
The lil red light on the TOW switch does flash.

I checked the fuses in the trunk and engine and they are fine.

Could be a relay?

I also disconnected the Battery to reset the system.

any pointers would be great.

Another note, My power seats don't work, and I quick search revealed a faulty relay. I smack the relay and my power seats work again , but not for long.

thanks.
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Old Nov 20, 2012 | 11:01 PM
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Mercedes-Benzes: 2005 ML500, 2002 E320 4-Matic, 1993 300E, 1994 E320, AND 1999 C230 KOMPRESSOR
PSE Module maybe? Must check for codes with an SDS (Star Diagnostic System) before replacing. Seats...yeah...relay goes bad which is located in the trunk area.
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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 10:48 PM
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PSE Module maybe? Must check for codes with an SDS (Star Diagnostic System) before replacing. Seats...yeah...relay goes bad which is located in the trunk area.
thanks for pointing me towards the PSE module, i'll have to look into that.

star diagnostic again? damn thats like a 200$ problem automatically. =(
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Old Nov 26, 2012 | 03:39 PM
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can a Mod Please move this thread to the Tech Talk sections? or recomend me to a more technical forum , for newer mercedes models, and not peach parts?

Thanks =)
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