Can a faulty instrument cluster be fitted to a Mercedes?
The car will reject it and not work! only a brand new cluster can be fitted and Mercedes are the only people who can code it to the car – you also need to provide paperwork etc. to prove mileage. If (2) is the only option this seriously angers me as they want outrageous money £2k+ to do this – its corporate bullying.
Is there a diagnostic scanner for Mercedes Benz?
Mercedes-Benz Star Diagnostic DAS This is diagnostic scanner used at Mercedes-Benz dealerships. Yes, it can do anything including programming of sensors and features. Any of the scanners listed above can read and clear the Check Engine / Service Engine Fault Codes.
Can you erase a fault code on a Mercedes Benz?
Can clear fault codes. Can read and erase all fault codes on Mercedes-Benz cars. Only works on MB but can perform further troubleshooting including SBC brake systems, convertible systems, Air Conditioner (A/C) system. 3. Mercedes-Benz Star Diagnostic DAS This is diagnostic scanner used at Mercedes-Benz dealerships.
Is it possible for an instrument cluster to fail?
You may have a fuse for the cluster, but the clusters can fail, one good firm charges £125 plus VAT with a 2 year guarantee. it seems too co-incidental that just a few days earlier the heating system died i.e. no power but then all of a sudden it come back to life.
When does the Mercedes Benz SOS malfunction warning come on?
If you don’t have access to the Star Diagnostic Tool you can have your Mercedes Benz dealer perform DTB P-B-82.95/636a, 03/24/2009 Supersedes: P-B-82.95/636 dated Oct. 29, 2008 “Instrument Cluster Message – “SOS TeleAid not Activated”” SRS Airbag Defective Warning could be triggered when the TELE AID malfunction is displayed.
How do you clear a code on a Mercedes Benz?
You can clear codes through the Climate control unit – Go to position 3 (just before starting the engine, when the instrument cluster is illuminated), then set the left temperature to HI and the right to LO, then press simultaneously REST and EC buttons until the air circulation lamp starts blinking.
Is there a star diagnostic scanner for Mercedes Benz?
In case you are wondering, Star Diagnostic is the scanner that the dealer uses to troubleshoot any system in your car and it is specific to Mercedes Benz cars. These units are kind of pricey but well worth it if you can afford one. You can buy one on Amazon, link here.
How to clear the TeleAid SOS warning Mercedes Benz?
For this reason we have included instruction on how to clear the Teleaid SOS warning with the STAR Diagnostic tool. In case you are wondering, Star Diagnostic is the scanner that the dealer uses to troubleshoot any system in your car and it is specific to Mercedes Benz cars.