m500

Any one knows where is the pre-wired plug for Lited running board for 2003 ML?
I purchase the Lited running board separatly and was planning on install it myself because I was told its pre-wired. But I can not see the wire anywhere, any ideas? Thanks.

m500

Anyone got a picture of it or know exactly where it is? Thanks, any information is appreciated.

amb9800

IIRC, the wires should be just there on the side of where the running boards will be, after you take off the little caps at the end of the pre-existing rocker panel. I'll get you some more detailed info soon if I can find the documentation from when I helped install the lighted running boards on a relative's '01 ML320.

m500

Thanks, mbakshi. Hope to see some pictures from you soon. I can't wait to install them.

m500

In the mean time, does anyone know where I can find that wire to hook up my lite for the running board?

ml320_2001

Hi m500 or mbakshi... I wanted to install those Running Boards too and very much confused to go for the lighted ones or the bars.. I am posting in all the threads and got some idea but still thought will ask you guys as you might have done them.
WHICH one to go for and where to go for and any instructions for DIY
Thanks
Mine is a 2001 ML320

autogunner

I do not beleive it is pre wired. Autogunner.

amb9800

Hi - sorry for the late reply (didn't notice this). I'll try to find some instructions. The boards usually come with MB's installation sheet -- I've seen scanned copies online of the one for the step bars - someone's probably done the same for the running boards. But in any case, if I recall, you just have to connect the wiring up in the fuse box. See this thread from "the other site."

m500

I don't have the instruction anymore as I sold my lighted running board brand new unopened to some good member on the board. If my memory serve correctly I believe the term pre-wire meant in this case is refering to the fuse box is ready to accepted the lighted running board but you'll still need it connected to the fuse box and it'll tough to find a good installer that would mess with your MB's fuse box.

I sold my pair as I finally got the stainless steel step bar that I always wanted in the first place to go with the full MANIK apperance.

ml320_2001

Cool M500..How is your Manik Steel Bar appeal..
let me know if it is easy to Install
I am too lazy to get to DIY and throwing questions at you 'expeecting' an answer which is like 'yeah DIY is very easy'

amb9800

Well for the running boards, the physical installation is very easy. Getting the wire up into the fuse box is a bit more involved, but it's not hard. See the link I provided above.