Why do I get dash flash on my Mercedes?
You, my friend, have just encountered the dreaded Mercedes Benz Dash Flash. It happens to your early R129-bodied cars, like the 300SL or 500SL built before 1994 or so. It happens because they start to get old. It doesn’t matter if your car was garaged and pampered or driven every day and left outside. It is only a matter of time.
Why are all the dash lights coming on?
The dash lights coming on and vehicle shutting down are, most likely, related to a charging system problem. It’s fairly common for all the dash lights to come on with no alternator output, low voltage can cause unusual electrical issues.
What causes a flashing light on the speedometer?
When I switch the turn signal (right or left) it seems to trigger an instability in the instrument cluster (speedometer panel). The instrument panel lights flash; the seat-belt light lasts the longest; and (if it is engaged) the cruise control lurches, momentarily.
Why does my WDB 500SL flash erratically?
Chassis No. WDB FA66E5 LF 005675 Agreed – the flash sequence for gauges and lights is different. Agreed – each time the unit is pulled and replugged, it behaves slightly differently. Agreed – sometimes a bump can trigger this, sometimes the turn signal.
What to do if your dash lights keep flashing?
Focus on the charging system by testing the alternator and battery. Keep in mind the issue may need to be occurring for the problem to be found. For more help, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
Why are all the dash lights turning on?
Typically when every dash light turns on, there is an issue with the main power supply. This means an issue with the battery, alternator, wiring, or main fuse box. This would also explain why all power cut out to the vehicle. Focus on the charging system by testing the alternator and battery.
When did Mercedes SL500 body style come out?
This R129 body style SL500 was made from 1990 through 2002. It was called the 500 SL from 1990 – 1993.
What kind of car has flashing dash lights?
2013 Grand Jeep Cherokee Laredo, This car was recently purchased. Within ten days of purchasing it the issues began.
You, my friend, have just encountered the dreaded Mercedes Benz Dash Flash. It happens to your early R129-bodied cars, like the 300SL or 500SL built before 1994 or so. It happens because they start to get old. It doesn’t matter if your car was garaged and pampered or driven every day and left outside. It is only a matter of time.
When I switch the turn signal (right or left) it seems to trigger an instability in the instrument cluster (speedometer panel). The instrument panel lights flash; the seat-belt light lasts the longest; and (if it is engaged) the cruise control lurches, momentarily.
Chassis No. WDB FA66E5 LF 005675 Agreed – the flash sequence for gauges and lights is different. Agreed – each time the unit is pulled and replugged, it behaves slightly differently. Agreed – sometimes a bump can trigger this, sometimes the turn signal.