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SL/R230: 2003 Instrument Cluster Problems

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Old Feb 12, 2026 | 03:00 PM
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2003 Instrument Cluster Problems

I am experiencing problems with my instrument cluster (photo attached). Does anyone repair these screens? I do not want to spend more on this issue than what the car is worth. I love my car, but these past 2 years have been a financial drain.
I have experienced issues with the trunk, ABC, hydraulics, retractable roof, and shock absorbers, and my passenger door lock mechanism is malfunctioning. I am at the end of the line and patience.



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Old Feb 12, 2026 | 06:34 PM
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Yes. Check out this link. https://taninautoelectronix.com/prod...JT3rv4ONvmLRYN
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Search YouTube for "mercedes r230 dash repair" to see how the LCD are replaced.
Sorry that you car is giving you so much grief and cost.
Hopefully you will be able to enjoy it soon.
I suggest adding your City/State to your profile so that we know your location. Maybe someone in the same town will offer assistance in the future.
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I purchased two new screens from minitools.com and replaced them myself. Not a difficult process and they are like new. The website is in Italian but the Catalogue is in English. Good luck.
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