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Replying to: kpalmer3 (Aug 04, 2008 6:55 am) The fact that the light came on indicates that your independent either doesn't know how to reset the service system, or simply forgot. If it's the former, I'd be worried, since this is somebody who doesn't know enough about Mercedes to be trusted with this car; if the latter, no harm, no foul - take it back to him and tell him to reset the service indicator. I used to know how to reset it on the W203, but it's been a couple of years now, and I can't remember the sequence of steps. Do an internet search on "resetting Mercedes service indicator" or "FSS" and see what comes up. I must caution you - taking shortcuts on service with these cars is just asking for it - if you plan to keep the car any length of time, you need to do the services called for - again, the service descriptions should have come with the car. If not, get to a dealer parts dept and order the correct service description book for your model and year. And again, the thought keeps coming to me that your independent, if he's worth anything at all, should be able to lay hands on the complete list of servicing requirements for this car - it's long and complex, but readily available to anyone who wants to buy the CD from MBUSA. Nobody should be in the Mercedes service business who doesn't subscribe to the service descriptions and updates available from MBUSA. In other words - take your questions back to the guy who serviced the car, and put them to him, including how to reset the service light. |
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My C230 A/C only works for around 1-2 mins, then only warm air comes out from the vents. Had checked Compressor, the 134a level looks fine. One technician thought a temp sensor or humidity sensor is bad. But they have no meter to check that. Do not want to spend a lot $$$ on this, but summer is too hot!! What do you think the problem might be? Do you recommend me to go to MB dealers for a $$$ expensive check?
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Replying to: lalabenz (Aug 12, 2008 9:03 am) First thing to check is refrigerant levels and pressure.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 12, 2008 9:53 am)
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Replying to: lalabenz (Aug 15, 2008 8:01 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 16, 2008 7:58 am) But I doubt it, even I set the temp to LOW, which means the compressor should work no matter how cold the inside temp is, right? Do you have any CD or experience about the problem, AC works for 1~2 mins after each engine starts. Thanks a lot.
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Replying to: lalabenz (Aug 16, 2008 8:32 am) There is a Technical Service Bulletin on this problem although I don't know exactly what they are talking about: Notes Date: December 18, 2002 Order No.: P-B-83.55/65 Supersedes: Group: 83 SUBJECT: Model 203, 211, 215, 220, 230 A/C Compressor Switches On Frequently "If you encounter instances in the above models where the air conditioning compressor as well as the mirror heaters switch on with an increased frequency, replace the multifunction sensor for activated charcoal filter. The increased frequency of operation is a result of an incorrectly calibrated multifunction sensor sending erroneous values over the CAN bus."
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 16, 2008 8:52 am) My compressor seems only switch on when start, then shut off until next start. I just released all refrigerant and put 2 can of 134a in. the problem is still there. A few months ago, it has been working for two days, but after that, the AC system just work one minute for each trip. During the trip, it never switched on and off, just off. |
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| Just bought a 2006 C230. Car didn't come with a manual and I am trying to program the cars garage door opener located on the rear view mirror. Could someone please just give me the steps that are needed to do this. Thanks. | |
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