ML 320 - Big problem with starting /sensors
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ML320 - 2000 Model Petrol
ML 320 - Big problem with starting /sensors
Hi everone,
My self Vj, I have ML 320, it has done 100,000 Kms, I have a problem with my car.
The problem is that while driving for 10 minues it cuts out and all the lights glow in the dashboard.
I try to start up again, it does not start, it cranks up but does not start at all. I leave it standing for 4-5 hours go back to it again it starts again.
It is very hard to drive this vehicle as it can stop anywhere.
I need some help from all of you, I dont know how I can get it fixed.
I noticed one more thing that SRS bag indicator in dash board is not on and it does not go on at all, is it a fuse of the golbe or the problem with srs
Please reply.
Cheers
Vj Australia
My self Vj, I have ML 320, it has done 100,000 Kms, I have a problem with my car.
The problem is that while driving for 10 minues it cuts out and all the lights glow in the dashboard.
I try to start up again, it does not start, it cranks up but does not start at all. I leave it standing for 4-5 hours go back to it again it starts again.
It is very hard to drive this vehicle as it can stop anywhere.
I need some help from all of you, I dont know how I can get it fixed.
I noticed one more thing that SRS bag indicator in dash board is not on and it does not go on at all, is it a fuse of the golbe or the problem with srs
Please reply.
Cheers
Vj Australia
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replacing the "Crank Position Sensor" will solve the "no start" problem.
There must've been a problem with SRS system, so some one (previous owner??) must've removed the bulb in the instrument cluster to hide the SRS problem. First you will need to open the instrument cluster and put a new bulb there (if a bulb is missing or the bulb has gone bad). Then see if the SRS goes thru the self diagnostics when you turn the key in the ignition to ON.
There must've been a problem with SRS system, so some one (previous owner??) must've removed the bulb in the instrument cluster to hide the SRS problem. First you will need to open the instrument cluster and put a new bulb there (if a bulb is missing or the bulb has gone bad). Then see if the SRS goes thru the self diagnostics when you turn the key in the ignition to ON.
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How can I access the crank position sensor, and also how can i open the instrumrnt cluster.
Is ther any specific number to that sensor?
Please advise
Thanking you in anticipation
Vj
Is ther any specific number to that sensor?
Please advise
Thanking you in anticipation
Vj
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S500 W220 1999
CPS sensor
The sensor is normally at rear of engine in a tight spot. Go to http://www.detali.ru/cat/oem_mb0.asp?TP=1 for picture and part number. AutohauzAZ have best price normally about $60 US.
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Hi Everyone,
Thankyou very much for helping me out of this problem with my ML 320.
It was a very big help to me as I live way far from any mercedes benz mechanic.
As advised by you all i changed the Crank Position Sensor, and bigo I am in the business again.
It was a big help..
Now How to change the globes in the dash board.
The SRS golbe and 1 more globe is not lighting up.
Can you guide me as to hoe to open the dash board.
Please reply.
Cheers
Vj
Australia
Thankyou very much for helping me out of this problem with my ML 320.
It was a very big help to me as I live way far from any mercedes benz mechanic.
As advised by you all i changed the Crank Position Sensor, and bigo I am in the business again.
It was a big help..
Now How to change the globes in the dash board.
The SRS golbe and 1 more globe is not lighting up.
Can you guide me as to hoe to open the dash board.
Please reply.
Cheers
Vj
Australia
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ckv77
If you supply more info - model number (vin) etc then I can tell you the method. The method changed from riping out with hooks and pulling out with correct tool over the years. The rest should be easy after that.
If you supply more info - model number (vin) etc then I can tell you the method. The method changed from riping out with hooks and pulling out with correct tool over the years. The rest should be easy after that.
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Looking at drawings, it appears as though you need to remove panels left and right of steering column and then remove screws at bottom of cluster. I think from hear you should be able to work it out. I think there is 8 lamps in total.
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CKV77
Have you tryed the instructions I gave in post 8. I have looked at detaili website and it appears as though the panels on either side of steering wheel need to be pulled out to expose two screws that hold cluster to vehicle. The lamps can then be changed once you unplug the cable(s) from the cluster.
Have you tryed the instructions I gave in post 8. I have looked at detaili website and it appears as though the panels on either side of steering wheel need to be pulled out to expose two screws that hold cluster to vehicle. The lamps can then be changed once you unplug the cable(s) from the cluster.
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ML320 - 2000 Model Petrol
I tried to find the diagram or the way it s to be done but could not find it in the instruction booklet provided, Have you got any site where i can go and look at the dash board opening instructions.
Please reply
Cheers
Vj
Please reply
Cheers
Vj
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I have an ml 320 2001. It stalled when I was in the highway. The power lost slowly, then then I was not able to steer and the break also were not working when this scarry thing happend. Couple of times this happened. I have been back to mechanic plenty of times. He changed the fuel pumps, CPS t times, transmission oil change one time and relay sensors also were new. The stalling problem continues when the car had been running for abput 20 to 30 minutes. Please help.
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2000ml320
hi, i owm a 2000 ml320, and it giving me some problem when i try to start, the dealer says it is the cam shaft sensor, so i want to replace it, but do not know where is located, is there a diagram showing how to locate it ?
