Why does my Mercedes 500SL cruise control not work?
I have a 1990 Mercedes 500SL with 45,000 miles. The cruise control has started to act erratic. Once the cruise is set, it will just disengage itself. If I use the cruise control lever to accelerate, it will start to accelerate then just loose power. Sometimes, the cruise won’t set at all.
What’s the problem with the cruise control on my car?
The cruise control has started to act erratic. Once the cruise is set, it will just disengage itself. If I use the cruise control lever to accelerate, it will start to accelerate then just loose power. Sometimes, the cruise won’t set at all. What do you think the problem is? I would like to have an idea what’s going on before I take it to the shop.
What happens if the cruise control reservoir fails?
If the cruise control vacuum reservoir fails, the cruise control system will be left without its necessary vacuum reserve, and as a result, will not be able to hold the vehicle at the set speed or rate of acceleration. 3. Engine performance issues
Why does my Mercedes SL500 disengage on hills?
If there is a Mercedes mechanic out there who knows if my cruise control unit is vacuum or not would be appreciated. I had a similar problem when I first purchased my used 1994 SL500. At speed (above 65 mph), the thing would disengage; it would also do it on hills.
Where is the cruise control located on a Mercedes 124?
124 Location Description: You’ll first have to remove the driver’s side lower dash piece. The 124’s cruise control is located just to the left of the steering column. It is mounted on a bracket which is held in by two bolts (indicated by the blue lines in the photo. Once you remove these bolts you’ll be able to access the amplifier easily.
Where is the Mercedes-Benz cruise control amplifier located?
The 123 chassis cars amplifier is located just to the left of the brake pedal assembly. Its best removed by taking out the 10mm bolt that holds the bracket to the pedal assembly. The photo on the left is from a 123 300TD station wagon.
I have a 1990 Mercedes 500SL with 45,000 miles. The cruise control has started to act erratic. Once the cruise is set, it will just disengage itself. If I use the cruise control lever to accelerate, it will start to accelerate then just loose power. Sometimes, the cruise won’t set at all.
If there is a Mercedes mechanic out there who knows if my cruise control unit is vacuum or not would be appreciated. I had a similar problem when I first purchased my used 1994 SL500. At speed (above 65 mph), the thing would disengage; it would also do it on hills.
When did the Mercedes SL cruise control module come out?
Nothing signifies classic luxury better than a Mercedes R107 SL cruise control module that was fitted as an upgrade during the 1980s. It was simply outstanding. What is Mercedes SL Cruise Control module?
The cruise control has started to act erratic. Once the cruise is set, it will just disengage itself. If I use the cruise control lever to accelerate, it will start to accelerate then just loose power. Sometimes, the cruise won’t set at all. What do you think the problem is? I would like to have an idea what’s going on before I take it to the shop.
Do you know if your Cruise Control Unit is vacuum?
If there is a Mercedes mechanic out there who knows if my cruise control unit is vacuum or not would be appreciated. I had a similar problem when I first purchased my used 1994 SL500. At speed (above 65 mph), the thing would disengage; it would also do it on hills. The non-stock 18 in wheels had low profile tires which were not “matched.”
Is the 1990 Mercedes 500SL still working now?
It will take them at least two model years to work out the kinks in the production run, and the quality levels will still be well below par for the price class. The 1990 Mercedes 500SL that I mentioned at the beginning of this forum is working fine now. I didn’t change anything but the cruise is working as if nothing ever happened.
It will take them at least two model years to work out the kinks in the production run, and the quality levels will still be well below par for the price class. The 1990 Mercedes 500SL that I mentioned at the beginning of this forum is working fine now. I didn’t change anything but the cruise is working as if nothing ever happened.
The 123 chassis cars amplifier is located just to the left of the brake pedal assembly. Its best removed by taking out the 10mm bolt that holds the bracket to the pedal assembly. The photo on the left is from a 123 300TD station wagon.
124 Location Description: You’ll first have to remove the driver’s side lower dash piece. The 124’s cruise control is located just to the left of the steering column. It is mounted on a bracket which is held in by two bolts (indicated by the blue lines in the photo. Once you remove these bolts you’ll be able to access the amplifier easily.