2011 GL 350 electrical or parts issue
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2011 GL 350 electrical or parts issue
I have a 2011 GL350. The gas gauge stopped working, about the same time the passenger side door lock / unlock buttons and the blind spot light on the passenger side mirror stopped as well.
The ESP light occasionally comes on, with 5 or 6 other messages, such as ABS malfunction, blind spot assist malfunction, etc., but resets on ignition.
Is this a quick fix to be had (fuse, parts) or is this a bigger wiring issue?
Thanks,
The ESP light occasionally comes on, with 5 or 6 other messages, such as ABS malfunction, blind spot assist malfunction, etc., but resets on ignition.
Is this a quick fix to be had (fuse, parts) or is this a bigger wiring issue?
Thanks,
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Definitely get the battery tested. If the battery is new and for sure to be in good working order, then you will need to find someone to scan the vehicle and figure out the root cause. Has anyone spilled any fluids in the vehicle or under one of the seats?
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Interesting. Thanks. Dealer suggested $2,000+ in replacement parts to work through a differential diagnosis, and an IND suggested reprogramming / updating software. No one even tested the batteries, which I agree may be aged.
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First repair was the replacement of rear sensors and wiring harness, that I'm told was corroded. Warning lights disappeared momentarily, but returned. Second repair was replacement of both primary and secondary batteries, which failed in testing. ESP module was also found to be internally defective and replaced. Gas gauge and sensors on door handles started working after software update. Warning lights gone for now.
