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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 06:11 PM
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central console removal-comand

hello everybody

need to fix laser disk from comand on my SL R230.

I UNDERSTAND CENTRAL CONSOLE MUST BE REMOVED.

Any clues /photos for this job?

THANKS
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 10:36 PM
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Center Console Removal

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hello everybody

need to fix laser disk from comand on my SL R230.

I UNDERSTAND CENTRAL CONSOLE MUST BE REMOVED.

Any clues /photos for this job?

THANKS
Try going to www.pointedthree.com and check R230 Class for thread by
pleubner dated 8/30/07 called Center Console and Ashtray Removal (How To)
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Old Jan 7, 2008 | 12:41 AM
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I have a cd

I have a cd, that has a video showing the removal of the command unit, I will try to post it tomorrow when I get back from the coast.
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Old Jan 7, 2008 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by porto
hello everybody

need to fix laser disk from comand on my SL R230.

I UNDERSTAND CENTRAL CONSOLE MUST BE REMOVED.

Any clues /photos for this job?

THANKS
the quickie answer is to first pull the two side panels on the console; these will pry right out starting at middle seam (right about at the seatbelt reciever). once out it exposes several T-20 screws. unscrew 3 on each side. there are more than three on each side but the ones you want are ~20 mm long. (the furthest back set of screws are set in and not easy to see. use a flashlight to find them.). once out the console top piece ( the wood panel) comes out as one piece. begin by prying at the rear and working forward. reach underneath as you go along and disconnect the cables
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Old Jan 7, 2008 | 01:41 PM
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Here's a link with detailed instructions and fotos.. although you must create a simple account before viewing the pictures. http://www.pointedthree.com/disc/for...sts=21&start=1
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Old Jan 9, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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Hi

Thanks A Lot.

Regards From Portugal!!!!
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Old Jan 9, 2008 | 06:41 PM
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But, Guys, The Comand Must Be Removed!
How?
Thanks Again!
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 10:16 AM
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If all else fails..

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Originally Posted by porto
But, Guys, The Comand Must Be Removed!
How?
Thanks Again!
Why do you want to do this yourself?
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 03:15 PM
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If all else fails..

I´M ALMOST THERE......
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 03:19 PM
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Why do you want to do this yourself?
THE LOCAL MB DEALER CHARGES....USD2.500 !!! FOR THE JOB!!!!!!!!

(the laser disk core is .....USD 150!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

NOW YOU KNOW!
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