Is there a problem with my 1995 SL500?
HOWEVER, your 1995 SL500 has highly integrated controls, and faults can cascade from one system to another. IT IS IMPERATIVE that you read ALL CODES, then CLEAR the codes, and READ the CODES AGAIN. (Also, make sure your battery is properly charged.)
What kind of car is the Mercedes SL500?
The Mercedes-Benz SL500, part of the SL-Class of roadsters, is a two-door car classified as a luxury grand tourer. The SL500 comes with a variety of features, such as a retractable hardtop. This hardtop is operated by pulling up on a switch to open it, or pressing the switch down to close it. If you cannot get the …
Where is the SRS on a 1994 SL500?
For your 1994 SL500, the diagnostic setup is from a 16-pin plug. For your model, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is read from Pin #6. In your SL500, the SRS System is one (of only two systems) that does NOT provide a DTC readout of “NO FAULT FOUND”. Make sure you READ ALL SYSTEMS’ CODES, RECORD the Codes, then RESET all CODES.
What happens if you open the hardtop on a Mercedes SL500?
If either of these are open, the retractable hardtop cannot operate. Once the lid and cover are shut, the hardtop switch may be used. Start the vehicle’s engine, and let the car run while you open or close the hardtop. The hardtop does not operate if the car’s battery voltage is too low.
Why does my SL 500 have an ASR problem?
4) The reference to M16/1r1 (usually it is M16/4r1) is due to a fault of the left EA/CC/ISC ACTUATOR (right cylinder bank). 5) There is also a reference to a Closed Throttle Position switch.
What kind of harness do Mercedes cars have?
We all know that all 1992 to 1995 S-class and SL-class, 1993-1996 E-class, 1994-1996 C-class Mercedes cars have major problem: biodegradable wiring harness insulation. Plastic insulation flakes off on main engine harness, throttle body harness, starter/alternator harness, Mass Air Flow meter harness ( V12 engines) .
HOWEVER, your 1995 SL500 has highly integrated controls, and faults can cascade from one system to another. IT IS IMPERATIVE that you read ALL CODES, then CLEAR the codes, and READ the CODES AGAIN. (Also, make sure your battery is properly charged.)
For your 1994 SL500, the diagnostic setup is from a 16-pin plug. For your model, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is read from Pin #6. In your SL500, the SRS System is one (of only two systems) that does NOT provide a DTC readout of “NO FAULT FOUND”. Make sure you READ ALL SYSTEMS’ CODES, RECORD the Codes, then RESET all CODES.
What’s the ASR code on a 1995 SL500?
My recent purchase of a 1995 SL500 has gotten the ASR bug. It only has 58K and is in EXCELLENT condition. On the ASR it has code 030 (no reception from EA/CC/ISC N4/1 or fault in EA/CC/ISC).
We all know that all 1992 to 1995 S-class and SL-class, 1993-1996 E-class, 1994-1996 C-class Mercedes cars have major problem: biodegradable wiring harness insulation. Plastic insulation flakes off on main engine harness, throttle body harness, starter/alternator harness, Mass Air Flow meter harness ( V12 engines) .
My recent purchase of a 1995 SL500 has gotten the ASR bug. It only has 58K and is in EXCELLENT condition. On the ASR it has code 030 (no reception from EA/CC/ISC N4/1 or fault in EA/CC/ISC).