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Old May 11, 2026 | 04:10 PM
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Climate Controls Part No? Replacement Options?

The climate control display I have is fading in and out so looking for a replacement. I see a bunch on eBay that look identical. It looks like this. Can I assume any unit that looks the same is compatbile? I can't find the keys atm but will order some to pull it but am curious.


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Have you looked in the "Stickies" section? There was a long description somewhere on here by a member with a DIY who repaired the failing LED display. You can buy the removal keys at the dealer. If I recall at the time they were not expensive

Found the link to the DIY: https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c...trol-unit.html

If not the part # and diagram can be found here:
https://nemigaparts.com/cat_spares/e...33/44w/83/150/

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Failing display is caused by flat ribbon coming off by vibrations from your car.
Takes years before display starts failing.
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Takes years before display starts failing.
Like 27 years?
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Have u looked at the DIY repair link?
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Originally Posted by Seed
Like 27 years?
Constant vibrations from car in motion eventually leads to failing display on head unit.
When did you take the day off to clean the interior, it looks very furry.
You have a K-9 watchdog in your car?
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You have a K-9 watchdog in your car?
You have no idea.... Just had a detail done last week actually. Won't last a couple days though with the hair.



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