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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 12:04 AM
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Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the connectors to the ECU or a pinout of the ECU? Thanks!
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Old Nov 28, 2019 | 12:03 PM
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This is the reason I'm asking. I have no STAR software, but curious what this now missing pin this circuit affects.




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Would that happen to be the ECU from an SLK?
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Would that happen to be the ECU from an SLK?
No, it's from SL500.
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I think the missing pin is a control signal to the engine cooling fan. If so, then I presume your fan always runs and does so at its highest speed.
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Isn’t it frustrating that components seem to be susceptible to penetration of moist. Is a trustable housing and connector really that hard to manufacture...
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I haven't noticed the fan running on high at all times. I'll have to check to be sure.
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I just worked on CL65 and made these pin outs
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Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the connectors to the ECU or a pinout of the ECU? Thanks!
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These may help









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Thanks for the info. If mine is the same as yours, the pin rusted in two is pin 39 on connector 4. According to this, pins 35-40 are not used. That would be great news! Thanks again!
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According to this, pins 35-40 are not used.
According to the Electrical Troubleshooting Manual all of those pins are used. The engine couldn't start and run without 35 and 36 which activate the motor starter and fuel pumps, respectively.
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