Why does my Mercedes door lock not work?
Our local mechanic couldn’t identify a problem. I took it to a Mercedes-Benz specialist and they said it could be a door actuator. It seems to only play up once a month or so, but now the front passenger door has stopped working. Not sure if I want to spend £1100 on a “possible” cure. Are you aware of this problem?
Is there a problem with my Mercedes C class?
I have Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2009 model) that has developed a door locking issue. Earlier this year the driver’s door would occasionally not open unless I pressed the key fob repeatedly. Our local mechanic couldn’t identify a problem.
What should I do if my Mercedes key fob is not working?
If you need a replacement battery note that Mercedes-Benz uses CR2025 battery type. Ensure you have new batteries in your key fob. Next, look carefully at your Mercedes-Benz key. When you press the button on your key you should see a small RED led light. The light should light up every time you press any of the buttons (Lock, Unlock, Panic, Trunk).
Why does my car remote not unlock the door?
Q: My remote won’t unlock or lock the driver side door but opens the other doors. My driver side door just stopped locking and unlocking when using the remote. The remote will open and lock the other doors. My car has 67000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.
Why does my Mercedes C class door lock not work?
This article applies to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class w204 (2007-2014). Due to their frequent use, the springs in the door lock actuator mechanism wear out over time. This can result in the car’s locks malfunctioning; whereupon, they either don’t work at all or otherwise bounce up and down.
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.
What to do if your Mercedes Benz FOB is not working?
Next, try taking the emergency metal key out of the fob and using it to manually unlock the car’s doors. Then check the fuses for the central locking circuit (controls the vacuum operated door locking mechanism, which uses pressure to lock all the doors at the same time), antenna module, and AAM.
Where can I get help with my Mercedes door lock?
If you own this make/model/year car, contact Mercedes-Benz at (800) 367-6372 for assistance. Charles Green is a freelance writer in North Carolina who has been writing since 1992 and freelancing since 2002. His work appears in “435 South Magazine,” “Wisconsin Golfer” and for various websites.