W220 S-CLASS OWNERS START HERE
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W220 S-CLASS OWNERS START HERE
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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GREAT POST.
I have created a companion "parts/supplier list" where we can link all the best places to buy common replacement parts, for easy reference
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3991870
I have created a companion "parts/supplier list" where we can link all the best places to buy common replacement parts, for easy reference
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post3991870
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MORE ON ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and AIRMATIC
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
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Aspirator Motor (buzzing in dashboard)
A great post on how to fix this - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ise-cabin.html
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More on Transmission
Adaptive transmission - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...mission-2.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w210...our-22-6x.html
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Very informative post. These forums are very lucky to have you. Thanks! I wonder if there is a chance we could get something like this for the CL Forum?
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Steering Column Won't Move Up or Down At All
Steering wheel will not move, will not reset - https://mbworld.org/forums/audio-ele...e-up-down.html - also http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ter-fixed.html
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Hella Relay Information
If the link for the Hella relay, under Airmatic, will not work, try the following:
Where to get Hella relay (W220 uses 4-prong relay) http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...nation%20Relay – if that link fails, also see http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ump-relay.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...tic-relay.html
Where to get Hella relay (W220 uses 4-prong relay) http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...nation%20Relay – if that link fails, also see http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ump-relay.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...tic-relay.html
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Mirrors, turn signals
See the sticky in this forum, https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ter-picts.html
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More manuals, wiring digrams
You can join the Mercedes Star TekInfo system for 1 day and download the wiring diagrams and other information that you might find necessary. See Mercedes-Benz - Home of C, E, S, CLK, CLS, CL, SLK, SL, SLR, R, GLK, M, GL, G Class and click on "Technical Information." It goes back to 1994.
You may also be able to get wiring diagrams at Classic Technical Literature
You may also be able to get wiring diagrams at Classic Technical Literature
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Changing Brake Pads
How-To on Changing Brake Pads - http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...rake-pads.html
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I have a 2001 mb s500 the engine turns over but wont start. I checked fuses and found I have no power to the rear fuse box. the two fuse boxes under the hood have power. I checked the rear fuse box and i dont have any power.
Q where does the hot wire leading from the rear fuse box under the rear passenger seat connect to? the hot wire goes under the front passenger seat. Im hoping once I find that connection i can solve the problem of no power.
Q where does the hot wire leading from the rear fuse box under the rear passenger seat connect to? the hot wire goes under the front passenger seat. Im hoping once I find that connection i can solve the problem of no power.
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This thread is intended as a reference guide, not a discussion thread. Please post questions in a new thread. If you find a source that is particularly helpful, please feel free to add it in this thread.
However, your question concerns a little-known fuse box to which the hot wire you asked about leads. See https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...20-2002-a.html - there are several "hidden" boxes.
The "fuse box" in your question is much more; it is the rear Signal Acquisition Module (SAM) - a kind of router - and while it has fuses on it, it is much more complex than it may appear.
Since your car turns over but does not start, look to other causes - a common one is the crankshaft position sensor (links above).
However, your question concerns a little-known fuse box to which the hot wire you asked about leads. See https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...20-2002-a.html - there are several "hidden" boxes.
The "fuse box" in your question is much more; it is the rear Signal Acquisition Module (SAM) - a kind of router - and while it has fuses on it, it is much more complex than it may appear.
Since your car turns over but does not start, look to other causes - a common one is the crankshaft position sensor (links above).
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Hello fellow W220 owners, i dont own a S-class as yet however i will most likely be buying my aunt W200 S500 from her, i am a complete noob when it comes to benz, not new to the car world however... my apologies, My Name is Denver know as Grand_hustle17 on maxima.org and most places, anyways my plans for this S500 is to go somewhat VIP, im looking into doing the vossen vv083 20x8.5 and 20x10.5, however my major concern is, there seems to be a problem with getting an aftermarket air suspension for these cars, i was looking to go universal air suspension and change a couple things out, is there anything that i need to know with messing with the stock suspension and getting by "car too low error"???... i am no newb to the search link but i couldnt find anything that helped my concern
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Maxima 3, welcome to the forum.
Please see post # 16 and post your question as a new thread in the W220 forum. This thread is intended as a reference tool, not a discussion thread. You should also read posts in a thread prior to posting your own.
Those of you for whom non-stock modifications are a hot button issue, please do not start the flame war here.
Please see post # 16 and post your question as a new thread in the W220 forum. This thread is intended as a reference tool, not a discussion thread. You should also read posts in a thread prior to posting your own.
Those of you for whom non-stock modifications are a hot button issue, please do not start the flame war here.
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Programming Garage Door/Gate Opener - Homelink
Programming Homelink (Garage Door/Gate Opener) - if instructions in the Owners' Manual don't work, see post #11 at http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ng-s500-2.html
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This thread is intended as a reference tool, not a discussion thread
Not the place for general questions or discussions, prince2618. Please pay attention to preceding posts, and re-post your question as a new thread.