Why is the tailgate not closing on my 2009 ML320?

The boot/tailgate of my 2009, ML320 CDI will no longer close automatically. It opens correctly by remote key, switch near drivers door and by operating the boot handle. However it won’t close. Any suggestions?

Why is the liftgate not working on my Mercedes ML350?

If you manually close the tailgate, will the latch lock and pull the tailgate tighter? A bit of history. Shortly after I bought the vehicle, the liftgate stopped working. When I would push the remote lift button, it would disengage the latch but not lift. Then the latch would re-engage and shut tight.

Why does my Mercedes Benz tailgate not close?

My gate didn’t open as high as it could, replaced struts and gate close button worked for a few days. Someone else pointed out that if you leave the gate open, like at the dog park it goes to sleep and doesn’t wake up when you hit the button. The hydraulic pack is under the black foam subfloor under the rear floor.

Where is the power pump on a Mercedes ML350?

The motor/pump is in that black case below the control unit. You could test for power and ground at the Red wire with blue tracer and grey wire. It has to be open all the way. That might be above my paygrade.

What are the common problems with Mercedes diesels?

Here are some common problems that affect many Mercedes-Benz diesel models including E350, ML350, GL350, R350, Sprinter, R320 CDI and BlueTec models. Common problems Diesel Particulate Filter. As Mercedes DPF traps and holds soot, with time it reaches a point when it needs to be ‘emptied out’. This is done by regeneration.

What do I need to troubleshoot my Mercedes Benz?

Troubleshooting fuel related problems is not very difficult and you can check the fuel pressure yourself. Checking the fuel pressure is very simple. For this test, you will need a fuel pressure gauge. What you need is a fuel pressure gauge with Schrader valve adapter.

Are there any issues with the Mercedes ML320 CDI?

A 2008 ML320 CDI is by far a less troublesome model compared to the 2006 ML350. Sorry to say MB really tarnished its name due to the 3.5 liter gas M272 engine and early differential issues on its first year run of 2006. I say keep your CDI as long as you can (but get a reputable extended warranty).

Is the Mercedes-Benz ML320 a good SUV?

The SUV is smooth, quiet, luxurious and most of all great fun to drive. Terrific sound system. Average 22 mpg combined city/highway. No problems since I purchased it. Would highly recommend. Best SUV ever! I ordered this car with all available options. Towing my horses on highways and hills is effortless and I have NEVER gotten less than 20mpg.

What causes a CDI controller to set a blocking code?

The CDI controller will set a code if an attempt is made to start the engine but it did not turn, the “Blocking” code is the one you will see. There could be a blown fuse or defective starter relay. 155700 (P155700) [Stored] Engine cannot be started. (Blocking)

What’s the problem with the boot closure on a Mercedes?

The red button in ht tailgate doesn’t work, and if i hold the boot shut button on the remote it goes to close then stops after 2/3 seconds. If i force close it, the rear lights stay on and the car says the tailgate it open!?!?!

Is the tailgate on my Mercedes Benz working?

My tailgate has just started playing up this week. I’m having to either manually open or shut it in most cases. The latch mechanism is fine. I’ve accessed the motor/pump housing to inspect it, doesn’t look in great shape.

Why does my tailgate not close when I hit the button?

Someone else pointed out that if you leave the gate open, like at the dog park it goes to sleep and doesn’t wake up when you hit the button. The hydraulic pack is under the black foam subfloor under the rear floor. You can carefully remove the hydraulic pump and hold it uprite to see if it has enough fluid in it.

Why does my Mercedes-Benz boot not close?

(Maybe rear tailgate light leak) Current state the boot closes ok when tailgate button activated, but won’t raise. However earlier today it opened ok by the motor/pump, but had to be hand shut. (Didn’t hear motor engage)

Why is my liftgate not lifting the load?

Platform will lift rated loads, but drifts down. Platform will not lower. Platform lowers extremely slowly. Bent latch pin. Hydraulic oil leaks from cylinder rod end. Platform will not raise to full raised position. Broken roller wheel.

Why is the liftgate latch on my Dodge Grand Caravan not working?

Problem is, if the latch is in the closed/locked position when the gate is open, it is out of phase w/the automatic mechanism and the cycle to close the gate and lock it will not work. The spring loaded catch is released to allow the latch disc to turn when it meets the metal loop and force is applied.

Where can I find the liftgate repair manual?

Standard Series and Deluxe Series (AST and ATU) – This is a link to the Standard Series and Deluxe Series liftgate repair manual. This is a PDF file and you need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader if you do not already have this on your system. Platform will not raise, liftgate motor does run. Platform will not raise, motor does NOT run.

Why does my Mercedes-Benz rear tailgate not close?

Not sure if a new leak is present or if it’s related to the leaks I had either side on the rear side windows (Resolved). To be sure I’ll need to monitor. (Maybe rear tailgate light leak) Current state the boot closes ok when tailgate button activated, but won’t raise. However earlier today it opened ok by the motor/pump, but had to be hand shut.

Why is my Mercedes Benz tailgate leaking water?

I replaced the seals around the rear tail lamps earlier in the year, had puddles of water either side in the cavities above the wheels. Took a fair bit of dabbing with kitchen roll to remove it, especially on the passenger side. After sealing around the rear windows the leaks stopped, dry as a bone now either side.

Why is my trunk boot not working on my ML320?

Mercedes ML Trunk Boot not working due to Latch not working. DIY cheap fix for ML300 ML320 ML350. – YouTube Mercedes ML Trunk Boot not working due to Latch not working.

What to do if power rear lift gate doesnt work?

Additionally, the exterior release wouldn’t work either. No tone when I attempted to use it, just nothing. The only way to open the gate was to pop the small access cover off the interior of the gate and use the manual release. Flash forward to the solution. I wasn’t able to come up with anything (online or otherwise) so I resorted to the dealer.

How do you open power rear lift gate?

The only way to open the gate was to pop the small access cover off the interior of the gate and use the manual release. Flash forward to the solution. I wasn’t able to come up with anything (online or otherwise) so I resorted to the dealer. Luckily, the Toyota gods had mercy on me, and the solution was an easy one.

Why is the tailgate latch on my Mercedes not closing?

I can open and close the door (I’ve got a manual Tailgate, not an electric one..). In fact this is only the latch that isn’t closing, and isn’t making noise (So isn’t trying to close when the door is in a closed position, ready to be locked…).

What to do if your tailgate won’t close?

Hey, My tailgate won`t close on the 1st try. It has fallen open when driving numerous times. I have to keep slamming it until it closes. The right rubber bumper is missing, I have tried to readjust the stud/post thingee, which seems to be the only thing that IS adjustable.

Why is the rear lift gate not latching?

But now it won’t latch (the car dash shows the rear lift gate is open) and none of the three buttons to operate the door will work (the key fob, the button on the door itself, and the button on the dash). I’ve tried holding various buttons down with no result.

What should I do if my tailgate wont open?

(2.15 m) is required to open the tailgate. the tailgate. of the tailgate. tailgate. left. _ Lift the tailgate. overhead clearance. Today when I shut my tailgate it wouldn’t open again. I can press the button or pull on it and it just wont open. It is the manual liftgate (not the automatic liftgate).

Why does my Mercedes Benz tailgate not open?

It is the manual liftgate (not the automatic liftgate). A warning kept coming on saying the liftgate is open but it wasn’t. Now the warning is gone too. I am pretty sure that there is nothing stuck there either.

When did the tailgate latch on my Mercedes Benz stop working?

On a vacation trip Jan 2013, my tailgate latch stopped working. It would close, but not latch. Brought it to MB of S. Orlando, FL. They replaced the latch, and said the replacement part is an improved one over the original. It cost $600 (parts 340, labor 218, and tax). It took about an hour.

Why does my tailgate latch not close when I close the door?

My tailgate latch is open and don’t want to close when i close my tailgate. Even when i’m closing all the other doors with the key. In fact it happened since i opened it last day, and the latch made a “ZZZZ” noise for 1 min and then, nothing… The latch is now bloqued in a opened status..

How to reset the power liftgate on a Mercedes ML350?

Hallelujah! 🙂 Reconnect the connectors and now make sure the tailgate is pushed up all the way, turn on the ignition but don’t start the engine, and pull and hold the tailgate switch on the driver’s door in the open position for about 5 seconds. Did that. It did not go down. Out of luck?

What are the problems with a Mercedes Benz?

Top 5 Mercedes-Benz no start problems 1 Engine Click, No Start 2 Engine Dies Right After It Starts 3 Car turns over, but it won’t start 4 The car makes a clicking noise but won’t start. Hint: Starter Problem or Low Battery 5 Key will not turn the ignition More …

Why is the brake light switch on my Mercedes not working?

If you don’t see the letters on the cluster change from P to R to N, it is a good sign that the gear selector module is defective. You can buy a new brake light switch on Amazon for less than $15 USD, just do a search for Mercedes-Benz Brake Light Switches.

What should I do if my Mercedes Benz won’t start?

Start the car and you should be able to get around 60 psi. When the engine is running and when you turn off the engine the pressure should stay steady. Always perform this test on a cold engine. Next, make sure that the fuel injector connections are secure and not loose. Check the fuel pump and the fuel pump relay.

Mercedes ML Trunk Boot not working due to Latch not working. DIY cheap fix for ML300 ML320 ML350. – YouTube Mercedes ML Trunk Boot not working due to Latch not working.

Why is my Mercedes ML320 ML350 not working?

DIY cheap fix for ML300 ML320 ML350. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer.

What kind of tailgate does an ML have?

My wife has an ML 320cdi 06 plate. She was driving along today when the tailgate made the noise that it was opening…… and it did!!!!! (it has the soft close and power open function).

Why is my Mercedes-Benz trunk not closing completely?

My 08 ML320CDI is at the dealer having a new latch installed at this time. They first updated the software, which it needed, but that did not repair it so the new latch was recommended. Since this problem has been ongoing since I bought it new, the dealer is not charging for the part, only labor although I am out of warranty with 80K miles.

How does the automatic lock work on a Mercedes ML320?

The ML is programmed to automatically lock the doors when you start driving. By disabling the automatic lock function, the car won’t try to automaticly lock the doors. Turn the key to position 2, all your cluster lights are on.

Is there a problem with the power tailgate on a Mercedes Benz?

As soon as it started happening on our 2007 CDI (not long after getting the car) I became dogged with my dealer to fix it before the car went off warranty. It took 6+months and 3-4 visits, during which they said they couldn’t reproduce the problem, replaced the lock mechanism, etc.

Why is the hatch not working on my Mercedes?

Additional positions created by opening and closing manually may eventually “confuse” the memory and it won’t work at all. As I said, I only use the cabin lever or remote button to open the hatch and the remote or “Stop” button on the hatch itself to close it and I have not had a single failure since.

Is there a problem opening the rear hatch?

My new ML350 has worked flawlessly for the past several months but lately there seems to be a problem with the rear door. I press the button on the remote and also the interior control and the latch releases but the door won’t come up – I have to do it manually.

What to do if your Mercedes door won’t open?

Several types of door lock problems have been identified across the Mercedes line, but with identifiable solutions–including some you can handle yourself. If all of the locks on your Mercedes fail to open (or close) first check your key fob to make certain that its battery is working.

Are there any recalls on Mercedes door locks?

That recall involved fixing the side door locks on affected models which might have been exchanged during production.

How many horsepower does a 2002 Mercedes ml500 have?

With 288 horsepower, the ML500 outhorses the 2001 X5 4.4 by six. For 2002, BMW added 8 hp, so it has a scant two more than the Benz. With Chevy surrendering the Ford Mustang / Chevy Camaro performance race later this year, could these two V-8 utes be the ones to take their place?

What’s the difference between a Mercedes ml500 and ML320?

The changes are subtle but easily identified. Other than badges, the only exterior differences between the ML500 and ML320 are the ML500’s wider tires (275/55VR-17 versus 255/60SR-17) and chrome strips on the ML500’s tailgate and door handles. The ML55 AMG’s exterior is unchanged.

When did the Mercedes ml500 sport Ute come out?

From the Archive: Mercedes gives us something we always like: More power. From the February 2002 issue of Car and Driver. As mid-cycle product updates go, this one’s a peach. Mercedes slipped a bigger V-8 into the ML430 sport-ute and called it the ML500.

What to do if your tailgate doesn’t close?

Try setting the door to open to maximum height. After 3 years of the fail/fix cycle, that’s the only thing that worked for us for any reasonable length of time. Can’t say why it did, it just did. Try setting the door to open to maximum height.

What’s the problem with the tailgate on my Mercedes 4Matic?

I have a 2006 R350 4Matic. Started having problems with tailgate – it’s not opening (can hear the motor working, hatch releases and then shuts/locks again). Was sporadic, now it’s not opening at all and I have to use the inside lever to manually open it.

Can you replace a tailgate on a Mercedes Benz?

Yes, per the TSB someone else posted, they work algorithmically through all the cheaper alternatives first (adjustments, replace latch, etc) and eventually will get to the expensive stuff (pumps, cylinders, etc). Good luck

Why does my Mercedes not start when I charge the battery?

This Mercedes-Benz is not starting because of a low battery. In this case, what you need to do is trickle charge your battery using any of these 12 volt battery trickle chargers. If you need help read this article on How to charge a Mercedes-Benz the right way. Mercedes won’t start, and it’s not the battery.

How do you reset the ECU on a Mercedes Benz?

Once both windwos are all the way down make both swithches click by pressing them all the way down. This lets the ECU learn that that is the end of the window track and it records it in memeory. Do the same closing the windows by holding both switches and making them click once the windows are all the way up.

Why does my ML not start while driving?

One might be the cause of the battery drain or not starting then your ML may have lost the key information. If it wouldn’t start or it stop while driving but after say 30 minutes it would start and run normally then it might be your crank shaft position sensor. $50 sensor back of engine drivers side about 10 minutes to diy fix.

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