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Old Apr 30, 2026 | 09:27 AM
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Sorry if this has been done before.

Recently acquired a neglected ML320CDI sport 2009.

Rear Sam common failure symptoms on dash. And have seen corrosion on unit. However part number A164 540 05 01 is or does seem to be linked to the 280 model.

I suspect someone has replaced the unit but got the wrong one.

I need to find the correct part number for my car. Does anyone know or can access. The Electronic Parts Catalogue and help me or provide a link?

Also would software currently on car be same or would I need specialist to do corrections to a new Sam when coding new part.

Vin is WDCBB22E57A252901
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Old Apr 30, 2026 | 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by tvor
Sorry if this has been done before.

Recently acquired a neglected ML320CDI sport 2009.

Rear Sam common failure symptoms on dash. And have seen corrosion on unit. However part number A164 540 05 01 is or does seem to be linked to the 280 model.

I suspect someone has replaced the unit but got the wrong one.

I need to find the correct part number for my car. Does anyone know or can access. The Electronic Parts Catalogue and help me or provide a link?

Also would software currently on car be same or would I need specialist to do corrections to a new Sam when coding new part.

Vin is WDCBB22E57A252901
Your SAM has the right reference number,


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So the ML280cdi can be used on the ML320 cdi? My understanding was it is vehicle or model specific? I genuinely dont know. So would be grateful for any pointers with this.
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As long as it's from the same production ie pre or post facelift and coded with the correct options, it's perfectly fine.

The options can be switched on/off using DAS/Xentry😉
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Thank you. Slightly relieved still have to replace it though
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So the ML280cdi can be used on the ML320 cdi? My understanding was it is vehicle or model specific? I genuinely dont know. So would be grateful for any pointers with this.

Picture from #2 is from Electronic Parts Catalogue. Numbers are in .... English.
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