MBWorld.org Forums

Notices
S-Class (W222) 2014-2020

Headlight program

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 11:47 AM
Share
  #1  
Robb92914's Avatar
Robb92914
Thread Starter
Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 212
Likes: 75
From: Tampa Bay area
S560, GLS63
Headlight program
Being told dealer can't program my headlight module because the code on the headlight has been removed. How does that even happen?

Any help would be great
Reply
0
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 02:07 PM
Share
  #2  
James S's Avatar
James S
Senior Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Mar 2024
Posts: 257
Likes: 104
From: Alien Town Roswell NM
2014 S550
It sounds like it had a trouble code that was erased and the dealership needs the code to be current in order to diagnose and fix. That's my guess.
Reply
0
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 02:21 PM
Share
  #3  
Robb92914's Avatar
Robb92914
Thread Starter
Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 212
Likes: 75
From: Tampa Bay area
S560, GLS63
Advisor just just told me that there is a qr code on the top of the headlight that they are supposed to scan that has been removed
Reply
0
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 07:32 PM
Share
  #4  
James S's Avatar
James S
Senior Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Mar 2024
Posts: 257
Likes: 104
From: Alien Town Roswell NM
2014 S550
That's kinda dumb ain't it? You would figure that the dealer would know which headlight option is tied to the VIN number for a particular vehicle. Stickers don't last forever....

Reply
1
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 09:40 PM
Share
  #5  
Robb92914's Avatar
Robb92914
Thread Starter
Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 212
Likes: 75
From: Tampa Bay area
S560, GLS63
Exactly what I said. They said there was no way around it and I just find that hard to believe
Reply
0
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 09:42 PM
Share
  #6  
James S's Avatar
James S
Senior Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Mar 2024
Posts: 257
Likes: 104
From: Alien Town Roswell NM
2014 S550
So do they expect you to buy a new headlight for a million bucks?

Might be time to sign up with BenzNinja???
Reply
0
Old Apr 8, 2024 | 09:48 PM
Share
  #7  
Robb92914's Avatar
Robb92914
Thread Starter
Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 212
Likes: 75
From: Tampa Bay area
S560, GLS63
$3300 to be exact lol
I messaged BenzNinja earlier hoping to hear back soon. The module is covered and approved under aftermarket warranty from Freedom but headlights most likely not. They said they will still install the module when it gets in which is on backorder.
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old Apr 8, 2024 | 10:04 PM
Share
  #8  
James S's Avatar
James S
Senior Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Mar 2024
Posts: 257
Likes: 104
From: Alien Town Roswell NM
2014 S550
Have you considered the Vland replacement/upgrade? I don't know much about them but see a lot of them online. They're roughly $700 for a pair.
Last edited by James S; Apr 8, 2024 at 10:37 PM.
Reply
0
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Mercedes Teases Updated EQS With Steer-By-Wire and a Yoke

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

8 Mercedes Models With Poor Reliability Records

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

Magnificent New Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Revealed: 12 Things to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Apr 9, 2024 | 02:00 AM
Share
  #9  
BenzNinja's Avatar
BenzNinja
Former Vendor
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 2,973
Likes: 953
Originally Posted by Robb92914
$3300 to be exact lol
I messaged BenzNinja earlier hoping to hear back soon. The module is covered and approved under aftermarket warranty from Freedom but headlights most likely not. They said they will still install the module when it gets in which is on backorder.
Absolutely no problem to code it for us
One more proof, for those who still need proof, that dealers have no coding knowledge.
They just push a automated coding buttons

You are welcome, and as all repairs, for BenzNinja members, these are free lifetime
Last edited by BenzNinja; Apr 9, 2024 at 02:04 AM.
Reply
2
Old Apr 9, 2024 | 07:00 AM
Share
  #10  
Robb92914's Avatar
Robb92914
Thread Starter
Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 212
Likes: 75
From: Tampa Bay area
S560, GLS63
Great to hear!! I promised I almost told them I'll get BenzNinja to program it lol. I'll have them install the module and let you know when it's done. Thanks!!
Reply
0
Old Apr 9, 2024 | 08:05 AM
Share
  #11  
BenzNinja's Avatar
BenzNinja
Former Vendor
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 2,973
Likes: 953
Originally Posted by Robb92914
Great to hear!! I promised I almost told them I'll get BenzNinja to program it lol. I'll have them install the module and let you know when it's done. Thanks!!
Hahahaha
sure!
Reply
0
Back to Subforum
S-Class (W222)
View Next Unread
Red battery light...thoughts?

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


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes, average.
Show Printable Version
Email this Page

Advanced Search

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:28 PM.

story-0
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-1
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-2
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-3
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-4
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-5
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-6
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
story-7
Mercedes Teases Updated EQS With Steer-By-Wire and a Yoke

Slideshow: The 2027 update adds a fully digital steering system, revised styling, and potential charging upgrades as the company looks to revive interest in the luxury EV.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-04 10:24:38


VIEW MORE
story-8
8 Mercedes Models With Poor Reliability Records

Slideshow: From problematic air suspensions to early dual-clutch transmission issues, these specific models and years stand out as the least dependable modern Mercedes vehicles.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-26 18:08:10


VIEW MORE
story-9
Magnificent New Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Revealed: 12 Things to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-Maybach has refreshed the S-Class with new lighting signatures, AI-driven software, and even more elaborate rear-seat luxury.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-25 18:01:51


VIEW MORE