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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 04:47 PM
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2007 ML500 Check Engine Light

The Wife's 2007 ML500 Check engine light just came on.. Any idea what that might be or what it will cost to fix?
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:26 PM
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Not until you pull the diagnostic codes and post them here. It could be anything from a gas tank cap open to impending doom.
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 09:31 AM
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The CEL should have a two phase warning, one like you have showing and when things really go bad just a row of $$$$.

But like said above, if you don't have a message in the digital screen telling you to take it to service it's probably minor.

Mark
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 11:28 AM
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Turned out to be the gas cap.. I tightened it when I got home and the light went out.

what do you guys use to pull codes?
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 08:10 PM
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Do an internet search for "OBD11 code reader".
Or if you live in the US, several auto parts stores do it for free. But I must say the dealer or a specialized MB shop can also help.
Glad to hear it was my first guess.
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