False Parking Lamp Warning
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2023 E63S Sedan
False Parking Lamp Warning
Hi all,
Occasionally when I start up the car, I'll get a "Left Front Parking Lamp" warning on the dash display, however, when I go outside and check the said light, it seems to be working fine. But there are also times when the lamp has actually gone out, but just switching the ignition off and then back on seems to fix it (though the warning still stays there).
This appears to be a completely random occurrence, I can't tell exactly when or why it is happening. I do know that MB is known for electrical problems...what could be going on here?
Thanks in advance.
Occasionally when I start up the car, I'll get a "Left Front Parking Lamp" warning on the dash display, however, when I go outside and check the said light, it seems to be working fine. But there are also times when the lamp has actually gone out, but just switching the ignition off and then back on seems to fix it (though the warning still stays there).
This appears to be a completely random occurrence, I can't tell exactly when or why it is happening. I do know that MB is known for electrical problems...what could be going on here?
Thanks in advance.
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2023 E63S Sedan
Does this repair kit work for the front parking lamps too? And what could be causing the random appearance of the bulb out warning, even though the bulb is lit and working perfectly fine?
Thanks again.
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2011 GLK350, 2010 ML350, 2008 C63 AMG
I never had any problems with the front parking lamps on my old ML. The issue was condensation with the rear circuitry for the bulbs.
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Hi all,
Occasionally when I start up the car, I'll get a "Left Front Parking Lamp" warning on the dash display, however, when I go outside and check the said light, it seems to be working fine. But there are also times when the lamp has actually gone out, but just switching the ignition off and then back on seems to fix it (though the warning still stays there).
This appears to be a completely random occurrence, I can't tell exactly when or why it is happening. I do know that MB is known for electrical problems...what could be going on here?
Thanks in advance.
Occasionally when I start up the car, I'll get a "Left Front Parking Lamp" warning on the dash display, however, when I go outside and check the said light, it seems to be working fine. But there are also times when the lamp has actually gone out, but just switching the ignition off and then back on seems to fix it (though the warning still stays there).
This appears to be a completely random occurrence, I can't tell exactly when or why it is happening. I do know that MB is known for electrical problems...what could be going on here?
Thanks in advance.
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Joined: Jan 2008
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From: NY
2007 ML350
I had the same problem. Went for service for an unrelated issue, and mentioned that my front parking light was sometimes on/off. SR told me MB was having alot of problems related to this, and they repaired it under warranty. Bring it in when you have extra time, and MB will make the repair.
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His 2019 RAM Cummins Turbo Diesel Laramie; Her's 2007 ML320 CDI P3; Mine BMW R1200R
I had that issue also, but sometimes the lamp was actually out. I would tap on the housing and it would relight. Went to a parts store, bought the replacement bulb, and now all is well.
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