2011 E 550, FLASHING RED, SERVICE REQUIRED, DONT SHIFT GEARS, VISIT DEALER ???

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Dec 5, 2024 | 10:17 PM
  #1  
How do I fix this?
Vehicle will not start …

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Dec 6, 2024 | 04:19 AM
  #2  
take it to dealer
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Dec 6, 2024 | 11:33 AM
  #3  
Wow, that is a scary looking warning light! Like a meltdown indicator.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 02:34 PM
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soaker...
This is the ISM module saying hello, for some reason.
Something is severely impacting your CAN-C coms.

​​​​​​It can be caused by electronics soaking or normal low voltage - (NEVER drive through standing water: CAN-C VIP harness located all the way at the lowest, near single GND strap!)

Connect a scanner to read current chassis faults. Beware of silent missing modules.


> There's a remote chance this can be caused by a low battery voltage. 🤞
In any case... do charge your main battery with an automated charger.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 07:16 PM
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Thank you very much for your help and your time
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Dec 7, 2024 | 06:05 AM
  #6  
I get the message every time I flash my ECU with a tune file. Flashing requires erasing the ECU and loading a file with new parameters. It's during that erasing process that I get that message.

I would seriously consider get a BenzNinja Club membership (www.benzninja.com) and have Peter (BenzNinja) remotely scan and diagnose your problem. However, you need an SDS setup with a C4 Multiplexer and Laptop. BenzNinja provides the XENTRY software on an SSD that he sends to you to install on the laptop. That takes a little time, but he does rent equipment for the short term while you assemble what you need.

The dealer may want to replace your ECU, so consider BenzNinja as a possible alternative.
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Dec 7, 2024 | 06:17 AM
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@BenzNinja claims to be able to repair your ECU.

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