SL/R230: Keyless Go STARTING Problem
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Keyless Go STARTING Problem
Has anyone experienced a problem with the keyless go starting?
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
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Has anyone experienced a problem with the keyless go starting?
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
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From: In a VAN down by the river
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Electronic ignition system i believe. i havent gone through the explaination with them yet..but everything is connected in that car. He mentioned thats why mine didnt work, then did work..it was all linked..so fingers crossed thats my issue, wil know soon enough.
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Did you notice any difference when you used the key versus keyless go???
Today I tried to start it a few times with the keyless go after I washed the car, finally put the key in and it started right up, after that, no issues with keyless go the rest of the day. What a pain in the ***, not sure if the car will start or not.
Today I tried to start it a few times with the keyless go after I washed the car, finally put the key in and it started right up, after that, no issues with keyless go the rest of the day. What a pain in the ***, not sure if the car will start or not.
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Did you notice any difference when you used the key versus keyless go???
Today I tried to start it a few times with the keyless go after I washed the car, finally put the key in and it started right up, after that, no issues with keyless go the rest of the day. What a pain in the ***, not sure if the car will start or not.
Today I tried to start it a few times with the keyless go after I washed the car, finally put the key in and it started right up, after that, no issues with keyless go the rest of the day. What a pain in the ***, not sure if the car will start or not.
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2003 SL 500
Keyless Go
I have a 2003 500 SL and have the same problem. Mercedes has kept the car in their service facility for days on end and can not isolate the problem. They replaced the shift/starter at my expense and it did not correct the problem, they refunded my parts cost but NOT the labor. They have been very courteous, given me a loaner vehicle, etc.; however, I still think I got shafted for the labor (VERY EXPENSIVE). If any facility ever finds the solution I would appreciate an update. Thanks.
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2003 SL 500
Keyless Go
I have no malfunction messages and Mercedes has tried to resolve the problem but given up. I'll pass on the information about the pump and taillight housing. My auto is a daily driver and as soon as possible it's a Lexus for this old fat boy. Thanks for the info.
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From: In a VAN down by the river
His wifes head hard into the headboard nightly!!
ive never had a malfuction light..another isssue i have with MB..if cars are so good, why dont they tell dealer with computer where the issue is like on a cheap old honda civic or s10 pick up!
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2003 SL 500
Mercedes told me the first thing they check is the pump and tail light for corrosion, none was apparent on my vehicle. I like the shop (Riverside Motors, Little Rock, AR) and I'll live with the sporatic Keyless Go; however, for the last week it has started the first time every time. Why????? Only the Shadow knows.
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I talked to a mechanic yesterday, he told me from what I described it is a simple fix, oil/grease the fly wheel and it will be fixed.
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From: In a VAN down by the river
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im confused...how does oil/greae affect a puch button electrical start? dunno anything about how they wrk..but i would think its electrical like a key , but push button instead of turn key...no?!
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As soon as I told him that I see the rpm spike, he said that's a simple fix, I will let you know if it works. He has been a very good help to me and I have no reason to doubt himm
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2003 SL 500
My Dealership gave up after days of fruitless attempts to isolate the problem. Only the Shadow knows why; however, the vehicle has "cured itself". I do not doubt that the problem will reoccur but for now there's nothing I can do but wait and see. I appreciate all of the responses. Happy Trails.
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Has anyone experienced a problem with the keyless go starting?
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
Lately on occasion when I press the keyless go start, the car won't start on the first try and sometimes not on the second try either. There is a split second sound like the car is going to start, then the rpm shoots up and nothing.
Then days can go by and the car starts just fine.
Have you found any solution to this? I just started experiencing this in my S600
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2003 SL 500
Keyless Go
The Keyless Go is a piece of crap. The manual warns owners to have a key in case the system fails. I spent way too much trying to resolve the issue, finally the Stealership at Little Rock offered to get a new card for $ 450.00 with no guarantee the key would work or would continue to do so, I rejected their kind offer and bought another key for $ 250.00. Mercedes built an unreliable car that cost a ton to keep on the road, it is such a pleasure to drive when all system are working. Mercedes, expensive and built to stay that way.
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