S-Class (W220) 1999-2006: S 320 CDI, S 320, S430, S 500, S 600

car keeps on dying

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Aug 20, 2008 | 10:40 PM
  #1  
blk350's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 200
Likes: 1
From: md
in sig
car keeps on dying

Hey guys, my cars in the shop for this reason

i got my battery replaced 1 month ago becasue it didn't start, several days later after my car sits for 4-5 days without being driven the battery completely dies, happened twice, currently in the shop MB put another new battery in, and are testing it, the 1st time the tested it it came out good, the 2nd time it came up bad the (battery).. I they kept it for about 2 nights and i guess they still dont know what it could be? do you guys have any ideas??

thanks
Reply
Old Aug 20, 2008 | 10:46 PM
  #2  
whoover's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
 
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 4,278
Likes: 377
From: San Jose area
'19 E63S sedan
Originally Posted by blk350
Hey guys, my cars in the shop for this reason

i got my battery replaced 1 month ago becasue it didn't start, several days later after my car sits for 4-5 days without being driven the battery completely dies, happened twice, currently in the shop MB put another new battery in, and are testing it, the 1st time the tested it it came out good, the 2nd time it came up bad the (battery).. I they kept it for about 2 nights and i guess they still dont know what it could be? do you guys have any ideas??

thanks
Door control module or seat control module or SAM. CAN is not sleeping because of noisy control module and resulting current draw runs down battery. This is a common issue so your dealer doesn't sound like the best.

http://www.babcox.com/editorial/ic/ic030538.htm
Reply
Old Aug 20, 2008 | 10:53 PM
  #3  
blk350's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 200
Likes: 1
From: md
in sig
Originally Posted by whoover
Door control module or seat control module or SAM. CAN is not sleeping because of noisy control module and resulting current draw runs down battery. This is a common issue so your dealer doesn't sound like the best.

http://www.babcox.com/editorial/ic/ic030538.htm
damn your good, will talk to the dealer tomorrow

thanks
Reply
Old Aug 22, 2008 | 06:43 PM
  #4  
illmeth0d's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 161
Likes: 0
From: long island ny
2000 S430
Originally Posted by blk350
Hey guys, my cars in the shop for this reason

i got my battery replaced 1 month ago becasue it didn't start, several days later after my car sits for 4-5 days without being driven the battery completely dies, happened twice, currently in the shop MB put another new battery in, and are testing it, the 1st time the tested it it came out good, the 2nd time it came up bad the (battery).. I they kept it for about 2 nights and i guess they still dont know what it could be? do you guys have any ideas??

thanks
check the alternator. i had the same problem . my alt wasnt putting out enough juice.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:20 PM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE