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Old Mar 9, 2015 | 02:01 PM
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No sound from MCS

Hi

I finally got the security code to my MCS (2001 ML320) and tried to use it briefly. A couple of issues came up:

- No sound at all, on tape or radio (tried scanning as recommended by MB, still nothing). I tried turning the power knob in both directions but there was no visual (on the screen) or sound effect. It works for turning the system on and off.

-When I select 'CD', it tells me 'No CD Player installed' but there is a CD changer in the back which works as far as unloading and loading discs. Also, are there some easy solutions for things like AUX/Bluetooth?

-This isn't overly important but how much trouble would be involved in getting something out of the NAV and Phone features? ( Both currently saying 'No navigation system installed' and 'No telephone installed' respectively)

Any help would be appreciated thanks.
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Old Mar 10, 2015 | 04:38 AM
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You say that you are not getting any visual (blank screen) but didn't you get a visual on the screen to enter the security code?

Check fuses 10 and 21.
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Old Mar 10, 2015 | 05:09 AM
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I mean there is no visual response to turning the volume knob. The screen works fine otherwise. Where are these fuses located?
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Old Mar 10, 2015 | 08:22 AM
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In the underhood fuse/relay box.
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Old Mar 10, 2015 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Maj. Dundee
In the underhood fuse/relay box.
I think I'm gonna need a little more help :/ Is there a guide somewhere (with pictures) I can follow to find/remove/modify things? I'm comfortable with taking stuff apart (and putting them back together!) so I just need some instructions. This is so I don't have to ask you every little question. Thanks
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Old Mar 14, 2015 | 07:25 AM
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Originally Posted by kuleke
I think I'm gonna need a little more help :/ Is there a guide somewhere (with pictures) I can follow to find/remove/modify things? I'm comfortable with taking stuff apart (and putting them back together!) so I just need some instructions. This is so I don't have to ask you every little question. Thanks

What is it that you need to remove?
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Old Jul 5, 2015 | 10:53 AM
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Sorry I completely forgot to say something here. I got a replacement MCS unit and the sound worked. Then I tried the original one and the sound also worked. So I think I must have fixed whatever wiring issue was present during the re-installation. I've been using it without any issues since. Thank you for offering to help though
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