Why is my W204 not able to start?

Why is my W204 not able to start?

Replacementmercedeskeys.co.uk The steering lock on this range is unlike other models, and the car relies on a signal from it to allow the engine to be started. If the car’s other computers do not see the signal then it shuts down, making it impossible to start for safety reasons.

Why does my Mercedes C class not start?

If the key fob is dead and it can’t transmit that information, then the car wont start. To replace the battery, just push the metal pin out of the fob and pull hard (but gentle) on it so the battery tray comes out.

How to know if your W204 ignition is disabled?

After a few failed attempts at operating the lock a software flag is set and the ESL is disabled. Even if the ESL or just the motor is replaced it will not work without programming by the dealer. How you are supposed to know this flag has been set is anybodies guess so realistically I would only attempt this while the lock is still working.

Why does my car not start when I Turn on the ignition?

Sure, this one sounds like common sense, but 90% of cars that don’t start is because the battery is dead. One of the best ways to tell if it’s the battery or not is by listening to what the car does when you crank over the ignition.

Is there a problem with my Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI?

Hy Have same problem c220 Cdi 2002 auto car sometimes starts but sometimes I put key in and nothing happens no noise no crank nothing and I have to hold the key in start position for 5 min then car starts.got it tested and I’ve been told the ecu doesent correspond with starter sometimes!

Why does my Mercedes W203 220cdi not start?

The car will not start or crank after a few months being idle and all lights etc are functioning as they should. Initially the cooling fan was coming on when the ignition switch was turned to start. Some fiddling about with the ecu and sam and copious amounts of electrical contact spray sorted the cooling fan.

If the key fob is dead and it can’t transmit that information, then the car wont start. To replace the battery, just push the metal pin out of the fob and pull hard (but gentle) on it so the battery tray comes out.

What’s the starter fuse on a Mercedes-Benz 220cdi?

The starter relay, R10, passed all tests and the diode between the 85 (1) and 86 (2) contacts was good. The starter fuse, no 52 was also good and was transferring adequate power across the spades-when applied from an outside source. I also checked the R9 relay, the terminal 87 relay, engine.