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2005 S500 4-Matic, 1978 450SL
Again, see the links in posts 71 and 64 above. The source mentioned has extensive information on the S600, in the buying advice section.
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Another website for Mercedes Benz replacement parts www.autopartswarehouse.com located in California.
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New to the forums. I plan to purchase a 2006 S600 but this will be my first time purchasing a MB and I look forward to enjoying the vehicle but a lot of people is telling me stay away from that model vehicle in general no matter the year.. Really looking for some advice. I know servicing one is really expensive, parts is expensive but is it a reliable car to drive
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2005 S500 4-Matic, 1978 450SL
I hope you have read the thread at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...2003-s600.html - especially haoz129's (many) posts in that thread. While his was an '03, lots of other S600 owners chimed in too.
If you go ahead with your purchase, please not post 64 above. Not trying to "poach" you - I used to maintain the Encyclopedia both here and elsewhere - but I keep the one in the link at post 64 current, and free of questions (so that it remains a reference tool rather than a discussion thread).
If you go ahead with your purchase, please not post 64 above. Not trying to "poach" you - I used to maintain the Encyclopedia both here and elsewhere - but I keep the one in the link at post 64 current, and free of questions (so that it remains a reference tool rather than a discussion thread).
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CD Changer Repair Link to Miko Blog is Inactive
Hello! Im new to the forums, and I have a 2000 S430.
Is there an updated link to somewhere we can look into repairing the No CD Changer Message? Thanks in advance!
Is there an updated link to somewhere we can look into repairing the No CD Changer Message? Thanks in advance!
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S500L 03, Avalanche 03 and Porsche Cayenne S 04
I must add to the Electrical System the following:
Dashboard switches don’t work - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...usly-dead.html BUT ALSO SEE https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ins-clean.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ll-rain-2.html - get your car scanned with STAR to get the diagnosis if you don’t see water.
And to the Airmatic section, for a good look at the workings of an Airmatic strut see http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...assembled.html
Dashboard switches don’t work - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...usly-dead.html BUT ALSO SEE https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ins-clean.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ll-rain-2.html - get your car scanned with STAR to get the diagnosis if you don’t see water.
And to the Airmatic section, for a good look at the workings of an Airmatic strut see http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...assembled.html
Can i do this myself with a iCarsoft i980?
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S Class 500 model 2001 - starter
I found a problem on my car with the switch, when I put in the key and turn up to the start it does not start the engine. I checked on the information displayed on dash screen, it reads 'NO MALFUNCTION'. Kindly advice what might be the problem or what can I do before taking it to the dealer?
there are two lights that come up (i.e. ESP lamp and Vehicle Rising buttons on the console) as shown on the attached photos
Kindly advice,
Godfrey
there are two lights that come up (i.e. ESP lamp and Vehicle Rising buttons on the console) as shown on the attached photos
Kindly advice,
Godfrey
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keyless go
I just bought a 2005 s430 with start stop button on gear shift that don't work...any clues on why it don't work. but my key fob locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk.....
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2012 CLS63 AMG
Skylaw you're amazing; Voice Rec question
Hi - new to MB, just bought a 2001 S55. Still learning the car, hunting thru this site for info. Your post above - astonishing! Thanks for all your time.
When Comand/ radio/ nav system is on, intermittently the voice recognition system will turn on and act as if I've tried to activate it. I can be totally quiet, just listening to radio, and it'll mute the radio and ask for a command, etc. It's intermittent and random, but doesn't go away.
Any thought on how to deactivate it, is something turned on, am I doing something wrong ?
Appreciate it !
-Dan
When Comand/ radio/ nav system is on, intermittently the voice recognition system will turn on and act as if I've tried to activate it. I can be totally quiet, just listening to radio, and it'll mute the radio and ask for a command, etc. It's intermittent and random, but doesn't go away.
Any thought on how to deactivate it, is something turned on, am I doing something wrong ?
Appreciate it !
-Dan
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Hello all! I have been a stalker on this site for a couple years, decided on a nearly complete restoration on my CLS and figured the only way I was going to begin to get from point a to point b was to enroll and bring asking questions. Stupid, redundant, I surely do not mean to, however, until my learning curve meets this forum, I am sure there will be some mishaps. There always are!
My first simple issue, I hope, is a new key was ordered by myself, through MB, when I reset everything, all worked well. For one day. I have not gone through many problems as the only one seems to be the windows do not work. Sunroof is fine...? Lock, unlock and trunk open works fine??? Also, last night I pointed the remote to the sensor by the door handle and both directions worked as well, with an extra 2-5 second hold on each direction.
This morning, windows do not work, sunroof, yes. Tried all the other "resets", none seemed to avail to anything but frustration.
Once again, I am sorry if this is in the wrong section. I have just enrolled and was excited to post, as I am sooooo wanting this car to be in the shape it should be! Thanks ahead of time for any who answer.
My first simple issue, I hope, is a new key was ordered by myself, through MB, when I reset everything, all worked well. For one day. I have not gone through many problems as the only one seems to be the windows do not work. Sunroof is fine...? Lock, unlock and trunk open works fine??? Also, last night I pointed the remote to the sensor by the door handle and both directions worked as well, with an extra 2-5 second hold on each direction.
This morning, windows do not work, sunroof, yes. Tried all the other "resets", none seemed to avail to anything but frustration.
Once again, I am sorry if this is in the wrong section. I have just enrolled and was excited to post, as I am sooooo wanting this car to be in the shape it should be! Thanks ahead of time for any who answer.
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s55
Folks have often requested a general starting point for questions and research on the W220 S-Class, something akin to the Encyclopaedia Germanica vol. 107 on the BenzWorld R/C 107 forum. Well, here it is. I don’t have all the answers, or even all the good sites; but I do have over 1500 links bookmarked that help me respond to questions on three different forums. Here are the best of them. Feel free to add more.
Please read this over before posting new questions. We’ll ask. If it’s already covered, we’ll just refer you back to this. If it doesn’t quite answer your questions, you’ll have a bunch of good search terms for the forum’s search tool, and you won’t have to wait as long for an answer.
There is a downloadable WORD version of this post with hyperlinks at http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33904
HINTS FOR FOLKS NEW TO THE MERCEDES FORUMS
Good information for new folks on any MB forum - https://mbworld.org/forums/suggestio...-guy-help.html
AIRMATIC SUSPENSION
Primer - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...uspension.html
Problem indications, post 6 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...yes-again.html
Start of problems and strut diagrams post 15 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ic-failed.html - Hella relay at post 18 (Relay goes in slot “O”)
Front strut seal DIY https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...t-install.html
Warning signs https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...questions.html
Discussion of Airmatic problem areas https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...preciated.html
Where to get Hella relay (W220 uses 4-prong relay) http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...=18@Electrical %26 Vacuum&gid=3608@Multi-Purpose Relay/Combination Relay
Noisy airmatic pump post 3 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...atic-pump.html
Emergency repair post 123-129 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...struts-13.html
Valve Block replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...c-damping.html
Caution if you have a leak and raise the car on a lift – post 22 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ease-help.html
A Better Airmatic Strut - http://www.arnottindustries.com/part...rts_yid18.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ml#post3812937 - and watch this for further developments http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-problems.html
Difference between Airmatic and ABC post 15 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...orkshop-2.html - post3213557
More Airmatic and ABC differences; how to tell which you have https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ntrol-not.html
ABC front strut top http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...500-sport.html
ABC owners will be interested in 2007 recall - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tion-hose.html
COMAND
Everything you ever wanted to know http://www.mercupgrades.com/ - WONDERFUL resource
COMAND manuals http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/comand_manual.htm and
http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-60.html
COMAND and Head Unit Removal, Repair http://www.carstereohelp.com/strmercedes.htm
Changeover of COMAND 2.5 (CD based) to COMAND 2.0 (DVD based) - Euro specification COMANDs http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...and-2-5-a.html
COMAND screen replacement
https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post2702991
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...scratched.html
COMAND 2.5 diagnostic menus http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-13.html
COMAND Unlock codes – NOTE: This is not recommended, and these codes will not work on many COMANDS – too many people screwed up their COMANDs and codes have been changed - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ock-codes.html
COMAND video http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...c230-komp.html
Burning mp3 to DVD for MOST-based COMANDs http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...rning-how.html
More on burning mp3 DVDs https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...rk-comand.html
Folder structure for mp3 on DVD http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...00-comand.html
NAVIGATION
a. DVD based nav systems (COMAND 2.0)
Latest Navigation DVDs (for MOST based systems) http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...llProducts=YES - also available from your dealer at the same price.
COMAND firmware update vs. Nav firmware update: Konigsteiger’s post 16 at https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...pdate-dvd.html and
post 12 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...de-mode-2.html
Useful Nav System Hints post 3, https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...8-nav-dvd.html - post2571009
b. CD-based nav systems (COMAND 2.5, COMAND MOPF widescreen)
How to tell if you have “C” or “D” Nav (for D2B, CD-based nav systems) https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...257-d-nav.html and
post 1 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...upgrade-2.html - post2629191
Latest Set of “C” Nav CDs (last set issued) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...estions-3.html
c. Nav not accurate – wheel/tire size - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...-accurate.html and Inaccurate navigation – no satellites http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ites-help.html and https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-position.html - post3774561
HANDSFREE PHONE (Cell Phone) – Bluetooth and Plug-in
How-To Guide for Cell Phone Upgrades and Equipping Your Car for First Time - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33872 - Downloadable version at http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33863 - They’re all you need.
Also posted at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...bluetooth.html
Other kits: http://www.incartronics.com/, http://www.mobridgeinc.com/products/bluetooth, and http://www.eiskits.com/argoslaunch4.html
IPOD INTEGRATION
How to integrate an iPod in cars that cannot use the MB iPod kit - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?p=189073 - post189073
Also posted at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...mentation.html with a discussion of menus at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post2471051
Other kits: http://www.incartronics.com/, http://www.mobridgeinc.com/products/audio - proddetail-3
AUDIO PROBLEMS, RADIOS, RADIO CODES
No sound and CD Changer problem http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ml#post3028044
Troubleshooting a No Audio Problem http://www.carstereohelp.com/mercedesFiberOptic.htm
Also http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...d-changer.html
CD Changer repair - http://blogs.sun.com/miko/entry/cd_changer_repair;
A potential non-MB replacement for D2B equipped cars - http://www.mercedes-player.com/epage...jectID=1489801
Installing SIRIUS http://www.billsden.org/fileadmin/me...ll_11_2005.pdf
Repair, http://www.carstereohelp.com/mercedes.htm
The one and only proper way to get radio codes for Audio XX head Units (COMAND does not use radio codes) – post # 2 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...icky-idea.html - and the reason why it’s the only proper method, post 8 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...adio-code.html
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Extended Warranty vs Recall - The instrument cluster on the W220 and W215 were subject to a recall, by VIN, for lighting-specific problems. The recall was superseded by a 10-year extended warranty from initial date of service on ALL U.S. W220s and W215s. The extended warranty applies to all defects and is NOT limited by VIN. Jayhawk posted the extended warranty letter at 58 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...removal-3.html
see also post #2, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...on-button.html
If you are not covered by warranty, see posts 8 and 17 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...r-removal.html
MANUALS - OWNERS, MAINTENANCE and COMAND MANUALS ONLINE; MERCEDES ELECTRONIC PARTS CATALOG
Owners Manuals: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/ - /servPrtsOwnersManuals/
Maintenance Manuals: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/ - /servPrtsMaintManuals/
COMAND Manuals: http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/comand_manual.htm and http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-60.html
Voice Recognition (Control) System Manual: http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/vcm.htm
Mercedes Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) - http://epc.startekinfo.com/epc/welcome.jsp - it is free, but you must sign up and provide a credit card # (to show you are an adult). This lists virtually every part and provides the exploded diagrams of every assembly for nearly every model.
BODY
Air Filter Replacement
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...placement.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...r-filter.html;
Charcoal filter, post 3 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2568867
Center Console Removal http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...t-console.html
Strange or Annoying noises https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3270964
Creaking noise, post 6 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-creaking.html
Buzzing noise from dash - Aspirator motor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ing-noise.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ound-dash.html
Soft close problems https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...t-working.html
Interior door handle illumination http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ess-light.html
Solution for sticky steering wheel buttons post 3 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...l-buttons.html
Door controls http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...nger-door.html
Broken plastic seat trim https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...placement.html
Trunk won’t open http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...wont-open.html and
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ldnt-open.html
VIN number, Vehicle Data Card (Equipment on vehicle when delivered) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...mber-info.html
Water in Car, Control Problems, Class Action Settlement http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33640 and pay attention to imbedded links regarding water leaking into interior
Headlight, Tail Light, Bulb, Turn Signal and Side Marker Upgrades - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...eferences.html - a cross reference to many very good posts.
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING
Odd noises
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ound-dash.html https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3270964
Buzzing noise from dash - Aspirator and A/C diagram http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...lp-c-diag.html
Blower Motor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...blem-help.html
Effect of sun sensor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...l-problem.html
How to read codes from A/C controls http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...nic-choke.html
DIY replacement of duovalve https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...rol-valve.html - if car will not heat or cool, duovalve is often the problem.
GENERAL MERCEDES FAULT CODES
http://www.bba-reman.com/content.asp...on_fault_codes
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/v-cl...-will-get.html
MB FIBER OPTICS SYSTEMS AND BUSES
http://www.mercedestechstore.com/pdf...2009-03-02.pdf
Post #7 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ation-kit.html
How to tell the difference between D2B and MOST http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ml#post3434579
RESETS
FSS Resets https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...ml#post1895152
Things to try when stuff just doesn’t work – windows, steering column adjustment, ECU, sliding roof, easy exit, windshield wipers - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33844
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alarm system – symptoms of problem, cure - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...heel-wall.html, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ease-help.html
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-off-when.html
Battery - Sources of battery drain, https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-problems.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post3779327
Battery testing, different types of batteries, advantages of MB Roadside Assistance, glitches associated with weak battery - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tart-help.html
More on testing, post 10 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ning-help.html
Trickle chargers for long-term storage http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...y-charger.html
SRS Light - possible cheap fix post 12, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...eniuses-2.html
TPMS – tire pressure monitoring system
Post 6 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2749528 and also the imbedded link at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tics-tpms.html
Sensor replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...placement.html
TPMS battery life http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...acement-3.html
FUSE LOCATIONS
Post # 6 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2723059 for MY ’00 and ’02 (generally usable for other years as well)
Electronic Fuse – posts 6 and 12 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-location.html
KEYS
How to change batteries - https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...-pictures.html
Key won’t work – post 4, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...lp-please.html
ENGINE
Acceleration - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...n-problem.html
Check Engine Light post 3 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ht-my-car.html
Car stalls when warm - Crankshaft Position Sensor - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ease-help.html
DIY replacement https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3820540
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-write-up.html
Loss of power, misfiring - Mass Air Flow sensor –- replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w210...-cleaning.html
Electronic Ignition System (EIS) - Key won’t turn in lock – posts 1, 2 and 5 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-ignition.html
TRANSMISSION
Small leak, shifting problems – leak in electrical socket - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...n-leakage.html
Trouble symptoms - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...n-problem.html
Transmission Dipstick (why you don’t have one and why you may need it) - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...nsmission.html
Shifter stuck in park – how to repair
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ols-heres.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...k-problem.html http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ut-park-2.html
DRIVE TRAIN
4Matic – Careful with staggered wheels - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ons-70mph.html also applies to vibrations
4Matic service campaign - https://mbworld.org/forums/2571251-post86.html
Flex Discs (possible vibration source) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...acement-2.html
QUALITY AND COMPARISONS, BUYING ADVICE
In general – problem areas, advice - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-look-out.html
Considering a preowned S-Class – Links to Advice – post 5, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...questions.html
Quick checks and things to learn before you buy – see links post 5 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...h-00-s500.html
4Matic recommendation http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...04-4matic.html
’01 S55 AMG review https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ss-review.html
Differences between 03 facelift and earlier models - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-facelift.html
Differences between ’03 facelift and later models - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2969848
Differences between ’00 and ’05/’06 - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...w220-05-a.html
Differences between ‘04 and ’05/’06 post #3 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...6-s-500-a.html
Please read this over before posting new questions. We’ll ask. If it’s already covered, we’ll just refer you back to this. If it doesn’t quite answer your questions, you’ll have a bunch of good search terms for the forum’s search tool, and you won’t have to wait as long for an answer.
There is a downloadable WORD version of this post with hyperlinks at http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33904
HINTS FOR FOLKS NEW TO THE MERCEDES FORUMS
Good information for new folks on any MB forum - https://mbworld.org/forums/suggestio...-guy-help.html
AIRMATIC SUSPENSION
Primer - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...uspension.html
Problem indications, post 6 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...yes-again.html
Start of problems and strut diagrams post 15 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ic-failed.html - Hella relay at post 18 (Relay goes in slot “O”)
Front strut seal DIY https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...t-install.html
Warning signs https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...questions.html
Discussion of Airmatic problem areas https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...preciated.html
Where to get Hella relay (W220 uses 4-prong relay) http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...=18@Electrical %26 Vacuum&gid=3608@Multi-Purpose Relay/Combination Relay
Noisy airmatic pump post 3 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...atic-pump.html
Emergency repair post 123-129 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...struts-13.html
Valve Block replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...c-damping.html
Caution if you have a leak and raise the car on a lift – post 22 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ease-help.html
A Better Airmatic Strut - http://www.arnottindustries.com/part...rts_yid18.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ml#post3812937 - and watch this for further developments http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-problems.html
Difference between Airmatic and ABC post 15 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...orkshop-2.html - post3213557
More Airmatic and ABC differences; how to tell which you have https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ntrol-not.html
ABC front strut top http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...500-sport.html
ABC owners will be interested in 2007 recall - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tion-hose.html
COMAND
Everything you ever wanted to know http://www.mercupgrades.com/ - WONDERFUL resource
COMAND manuals http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/comand_manual.htm and
http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-60.html
COMAND and Head Unit Removal, Repair http://www.carstereohelp.com/strmercedes.htm
Changeover of COMAND 2.5 (CD based) to COMAND 2.0 (DVD based) - Euro specification COMANDs http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...and-2-5-a.html
COMAND screen replacement
https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post2702991
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...scratched.html
COMAND 2.5 diagnostic menus http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-13.html
COMAND Unlock codes – NOTE: This is not recommended, and these codes will not work on many COMANDS – too many people screwed up their COMANDs and codes have been changed - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ock-codes.html
COMAND video http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...c230-komp.html
Burning mp3 to DVD for MOST-based COMANDs http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...rning-how.html
More on burning mp3 DVDs https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...rk-comand.html
Folder structure for mp3 on DVD http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...00-comand.html
NAVIGATION
a. DVD based nav systems (COMAND 2.0)
Latest Navigation DVDs (for MOST based systems) http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...llProducts=YES - also available from your dealer at the same price.
COMAND firmware update vs. Nav firmware update: Konigsteiger’s post 16 at https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...pdate-dvd.html and
post 12 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...de-mode-2.html
Useful Nav System Hints post 3, https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...8-nav-dvd.html - post2571009
b. CD-based nav systems (COMAND 2.5, COMAND MOPF widescreen)
How to tell if you have “C” or “D” Nav (for D2B, CD-based nav systems) https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...257-d-nav.html and
post 1 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...upgrade-2.html - post2629191
Latest Set of “C” Nav CDs (last set issued) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...estions-3.html
c. Nav not accurate – wheel/tire size - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...-accurate.html and Inaccurate navigation – no satellites http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ites-help.html and https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-position.html - post3774561
HANDSFREE PHONE (Cell Phone) – Bluetooth and Plug-in
How-To Guide for Cell Phone Upgrades and Equipping Your Car for First Time - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33872 - Downloadable version at http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33863 - They’re all you need.
Also posted at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...bluetooth.html
Other kits: http://www.incartronics.com/, http://www.mobridgeinc.com/products/bluetooth, and http://www.eiskits.com/argoslaunch4.html
IPOD INTEGRATION
How to integrate an iPod in cars that cannot use the MB iPod kit - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?p=189073 - post189073
Also posted at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...mentation.html with a discussion of menus at https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post2471051
Other kits: http://www.incartronics.com/, http://www.mobridgeinc.com/products/audio - proddetail-3
AUDIO PROBLEMS, RADIOS, RADIO CODES
No sound and CD Changer problem http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ml#post3028044
Troubleshooting a No Audio Problem http://www.carstereohelp.com/mercedesFiberOptic.htm
Also http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...d-changer.html
CD Changer repair - http://blogs.sun.com/miko/entry/cd_changer_repair;
A potential non-MB replacement for D2B equipped cars - http://www.mercedes-player.com/epage...jectID=1489801
Installing SIRIUS http://www.billsden.org/fileadmin/me...ll_11_2005.pdf
Repair, http://www.carstereohelp.com/mercedes.htm
The one and only proper way to get radio codes for Audio XX head Units (COMAND does not use radio codes) – post # 2 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...icky-idea.html - and the reason why it’s the only proper method, post 8 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...adio-code.html
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Extended Warranty vs Recall - The instrument cluster on the W220 and W215 were subject to a recall, by VIN, for lighting-specific problems. The recall was superseded by a 10-year extended warranty from initial date of service on ALL U.S. W220s and W215s. The extended warranty applies to all defects and is NOT limited by VIN. Jayhawk posted the extended warranty letter at 58 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...removal-3.html
see also post #2, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...on-button.html
If you are not covered by warranty, see posts 8 and 17 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...r-removal.html
MANUALS - OWNERS, MAINTENANCE and COMAND MANUALS ONLINE; MERCEDES ELECTRONIC PARTS CATALOG
Owners Manuals: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/ - /servPrtsOwnersManuals/
Maintenance Manuals: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/ - /servPrtsMaintManuals/
COMAND Manuals: http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/comand_manual.htm and http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-60.html
Voice Recognition (Control) System Manual: http://home.earthlink.net/~phdwebsite/vcm.htm
Mercedes Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) - http://epc.startekinfo.com/epc/welcome.jsp - it is free, but you must sign up and provide a credit card # (to show you are an adult). This lists virtually every part and provides the exploded diagrams of every assembly for nearly every model.
BODY
Air Filter Replacement
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...placement.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...r-filter.html;
Charcoal filter, post 3 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2568867
Center Console Removal http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...t-console.html
Strange or Annoying noises https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3270964
Creaking noise, post 6 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-creaking.html
Buzzing noise from dash - Aspirator motor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ing-noise.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ound-dash.html
Soft close problems https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...t-working.html
Interior door handle illumination http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ess-light.html
Solution for sticky steering wheel buttons post 3 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...l-buttons.html
Door controls http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...nger-door.html
Broken plastic seat trim https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...placement.html
Trunk won’t open http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...wont-open.html and
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ldnt-open.html
VIN number, Vehicle Data Card (Equipment on vehicle when delivered) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...mber-info.html
Water in Car, Control Problems, Class Action Settlement http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33640 and pay attention to imbedded links regarding water leaking into interior
Headlight, Tail Light, Bulb, Turn Signal and Side Marker Upgrades - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...eferences.html - a cross reference to many very good posts.
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING
Odd noises
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ound-dash.html https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3270964
Buzzing noise from dash - Aspirator and A/C diagram http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...lp-c-diag.html
Blower Motor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...blem-help.html
Effect of sun sensor https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...l-problem.html
How to read codes from A/C controls http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...nic-choke.html
DIY replacement of duovalve https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...rol-valve.html - if car will not heat or cool, duovalve is often the problem.
GENERAL MERCEDES FAULT CODES
http://www.bba-reman.com/content.asp...on_fault_codes
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/v-cl...-will-get.html
MB FIBER OPTICS SYSTEMS AND BUSES
http://www.mercedestechstore.com/pdf...2009-03-02.pdf
Post #7 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ation-kit.html
How to tell the difference between D2B and MOST http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...ml#post3434579
RESETS
FSS Resets https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...ml#post1895152
Things to try when stuff just doesn’t work – windows, steering column adjustment, ECU, sliding roof, easy exit, windshield wipers - http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=33844
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alarm system – symptoms of problem, cure - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...heel-wall.html, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ease-help.html
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-off-when.html
Battery - Sources of battery drain, https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-problems.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...ml#post3779327
Battery testing, different types of batteries, advantages of MB Roadside Assistance, glitches associated with weak battery - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tart-help.html
More on testing, post 10 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ning-help.html
Trickle chargers for long-term storage http://www.benzworld.org/forums/audi...y-charger.html
SRS Light - possible cheap fix post 12, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...eniuses-2.html
TPMS – tire pressure monitoring system
Post 6 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2749528 and also the imbedded link at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...tics-tpms.html
Sensor replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...placement.html
TPMS battery life http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...acement-3.html
FUSE LOCATIONS
Post # 6 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2723059 for MY ’00 and ’02 (generally usable for other years as well)
Electronic Fuse – posts 6 and 12 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-location.html
KEYS
How to change batteries - https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...-pictures.html
Key won’t work – post 4, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...lp-please.html
ENGINE
Acceleration - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...n-problem.html
Check Engine Light post 3 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ht-my-car.html
Car stalls when warm - Crankshaft Position Sensor - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ease-help.html
DIY replacement https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3820540
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-write-up.html
Loss of power, misfiring - Mass Air Flow sensor –- replacement http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w210...-cleaning.html
Electronic Ignition System (EIS) - Key won’t turn in lock – posts 1, 2 and 5 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-ignition.html
TRANSMISSION
Small leak, shifting problems – leak in electrical socket - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...n-leakage.html
Trouble symptoms - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...n-problem.html
Transmission Dipstick (why you don’t have one and why you may need it) - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...nsmission.html
Shifter stuck in park – how to repair
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ols-heres.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...k-problem.html http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ut-park-2.html
DRIVE TRAIN
4Matic – Careful with staggered wheels - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ons-70mph.html also applies to vibrations
4Matic service campaign - https://mbworld.org/forums/2571251-post86.html
Flex Discs (possible vibration source) http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...acement-2.html
QUALITY AND COMPARISONS, BUYING ADVICE
In general – problem areas, advice - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-look-out.html
Considering a preowned S-Class – Links to Advice – post 5, http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...questions.html
Quick checks and things to learn before you buy – see links post 5 https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...h-00-s500.html
4Matic recommendation http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...04-4matic.html
’01 S55 AMG review https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ss-review.html
Differences between 03 facelift and earlier models - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...-facelift.html
Differences between ’03 facelift and later models - https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post2969848
Differences between ’00 and ’05/’06 - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...w220-05-a.html
Differences between ‘04 and ’05/’06 post #3 at https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...6-s-500-a.html
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2005 S500 4-Matic, 1978 450SL
Seriously, you quoted the entire (outdated) index to the W220 Encyclopedia to ask a 1-line question? No fun scrolling through all that just to get to what you needed.
You might check http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ml#post5758758 and look at the material under "soft close," especially those by "ricebubbles." I don't know if it has the specific coding you need, but it would seem it is indeed a programming error. I do not know if you can remove the handle mechanism and reverse the connections. The diagrams may help.
You might check http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ml#post5758758 and look at the material under "soft close," especially those by "ricebubbles." I don't know if it has the specific coding you need, but it would seem it is indeed a programming error. I do not know if you can remove the handle mechanism and reverse the connections. The diagrams may help.
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Okay, I looked everywhere. I'm trying to find if anyone has done a write-up on how to change the leveling sensors on the front and back. This is my first time tackling an MB problem (car right side lower than left; no errors or codes). Brought it to dealer and the report said that everything checks out except the leveling sensors are not giving the right voltage and air compressor is working fine but takes time to refill air.
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2000 Mercedes S500
2000 S500, W220 Engine position sensor doesn't seem to be problem?
I was on my way home one evening and I noticed the ES light on my dash was on, I noticed a slight miss in the engine. the car died about a minute later. Had it towed home. looking I found fuse 49 had blown, I replaced this fuse (while the car was cool) it started back up and ran until it heated up then died. I got it to start again and it started ran a sec. then died with ES light on. Read about the crankshaft position sensor and it very much sounded that way so I ordered one off Amazon (Part No. 0 261 210 170 made by Bosh) I changed the sensor. Car starts, ES light is off, is running then in a couple of minutes it dies. I let it cool and it started again, ES light is on now, it runs for a short while and dies, now starts and immediately dies. Do I need to reset something or what? Where should I start and what should I test and how? I have an auto ranging multimeter (Southwire 10040N). Where should I start? Please give me some help. Thank you.
#91
Sound System replacement w220 s320
Dear All,
Need help. In replacing the door speakers and the sub woofer. Please guide which speakers and woofer to replace with without pulling out the stock wiring or amp.
Or
If anyone can even help with replacement of factory amp with an aftermarket amp without disturbing the factory wiring...
All help shall be much appreciated.
Need help. In replacing the door speakers and the sub woofer. Please guide which speakers and woofer to replace with without pulling out the stock wiring or amp.
Or
If anyone can even help with replacement of factory amp with an aftermarket amp without disturbing the factory wiring...
All help shall be much appreciated.
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Thank you!
Appreciate you so much bro! Thank you for all the time and hard work. I’ve come later to this party and use yr resources often. Thank you 😊
#95
I hope ive done this right... ive never used these fortums before.
I have a W220 s320 that i wanted to change the front grill with, are there other model grills that will fit the front end of the W220?
I have a W220 s320 that i wanted to change the front grill with, are there other model grills that will fit the front end of the W220?