Keyless Go Problem. How is the driver's door handle removed on a 2003 E55.
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Keyless Go Problem. How is the driver's door handle removed on a 2003 E55.
I just purchased a 2003 E55 yesterday and I love it. I have a 2001 E55 and wow! what a difference. So much more of everything.
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
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I just purchased a 2003 E55 yesterday and I love it. I have a 2001 E55 and wow! what a difference. So much more of everything.
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
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'03 E55
I just purchased a 2003 E55 yesterday and I love it. I have a 2001 E55 and wow! what a difference. So much more of everything.
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
The keyless go does not unlock the door from the driver's handle but works fine on the rest of the doors. I read somewhere (on the CLS forum) that the door handles can sometimes act up. Anyone have this same problem with a W211? Are the handles easy to remove?
Thanks in advance,
Steve
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My KG has also started to act up lately and it is also on the drivers side door only. My problem has been intermittent. Since my car is under warranty I would just let the dealer worry about this but I'm sure next time I take it in it will be working perfect.
I just put a new battery in the key about 3 or 4 months ago but I guess it would be worth a try.
I just put a new battery in the key about 3 or 4 months ago but I guess it would be worth a try.
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My KG has also started to act up lately and it is also on the drivers side door only. My problem has been intermittent. Since my car is under warranty I would just let the dealer worry about this but I'm sure next time I take it in it will be working perfect.
I just put a new battery in the key about 3 or 4 months ago but I guess it would be worth a try.
I just put a new battery in the key about 3 or 4 months ago but I guess it would be worth a try.
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Actually its very simple. There is a t20 (torx) bolt that comes front the inside of the door to the back of the door lock tumbler. Loosen that and the tumbler comes strait out. then the handle slides out to the right. Literally a 60 sec. job. Also, somtimes the kg handle has a connector on the end of it, and it will come loose.
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Thanks for all of the help. I switched the rear handle to the front (temporarily) and it started to work properly. The rear handle is slightly different, otherwise I would have just moved the defective handle to the rear door. A new one is on order and should be here early next week.
Thanks again,
Steve
Thanks again,
Steve
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Thanks for all of the help. I switched the rear handle to the front (temporarily) and it started to work properly. The rear handle is slightly different, otherwise I would have just moved the defective handle to the rear door. A new one is on order and should be here early next week.
Thanks again,
Steve
Thanks again,
Steve
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Still a very common problem. The dealer is typically list price, it's much cheaper online. Somewhat limited to OEM dealers though as there really isn't an aftermarket maker of this part. Prices vary depending on what color your car is. Here's a couple places, one is cheaper, but charges shipping, the second is a bit more but offers free shipping. If you're getting multiple items, paying for shipping can be cheaper. Also included a link to a DIY on replacing the handle.
http://www.genuinemercedesparts.com/...JjZWRlcy1iZW56
https://www.oediscountparts.com/part...e%2C%20outside
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ement-diy.html
http://www.genuinemercedesparts.com/...JjZWRlcy1iZW56
https://www.oediscountparts.com/part...e%2C%20outside
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...ement-diy.html
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Each door has an ECU in it apparently. Both my 55s have a door like that. Ebay has these for sale. I have held off until I can see where it is and how to R&R.
