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I jumped off my s430 and changed the battery now my dashboard radio driver's side doors and hvac system aren't working the car starts and drives and the lights are on even though I have no control of them the sun roof works fine I visually check the fuses they are fine at a lost please help
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You probably damaged the electronics when you jumped it
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Did you check the large pre-fuses under the right front carpet? You need a heavy test light (such as one made from a headlamp bulb).
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Did you check the large pre-fuses under the right front carpet? You need a heavy test light (such as one made from a headlamp bulb).
I haven't but I will tonight I hope this works I love this car
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Did you check the large pre-fuses under the right front carpet? You need a heavy test light (such as one made from a headlamp bulb).
where can a get these pre-fuses some didn't light up
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Mercedes dealer ($$), or a good auto audio shop, or online.

Was there any trace of water or corrosion in the area?
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eBay or a junkyard car is easiest place to get them
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Mercedes dealer ($$), or a good auto audio shop, or online.

Was there any trace of water or corrosion in the area?
no not water or corrosion was present I keep it in the garage
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