Okay so I did a search on the ABS/ASR issue and the dash warning lights being on. I've gotten the impression that the simple fix is replacing the brake switch under the drivers side dash. Would most agree with this?

My issue is this: last week after a drive I pull up to a stop light put my foot on the brake and both ABS and ASR lights come on. They've been on ever sense.

Feedback appreciated!!!!

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1982 240D - Stolen
1988 300E - Sold
1989 260E - Sold
1989 560SEL
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1997 E420
2005 CL500

I think you might be right.

A couple of things you can also check that points to the brake stop switch are if your cruise control no longer works and if your brake lights don't work.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".

Brake lights and cruise still work. So, would it still be the switch?

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1973 280 - Sold
1980 300SD - Sold
1982 240D - Stolen
1988 300E - Sold
1989 260E - Sold
1989 560SEL
1994 E420 - Sold
1997 E420
2005 CL500

Still could be. On my white E430, the brakes and cruise still worked, but the brake stop switch fixed the problem.

On my current burgundy E430, the brake stop switch cause the cruise and brake lights to not work.

In any event, it's a $19 part, and they fail frequently.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".

$19 from Pelican Parts? That must be aftermarket??

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1973 280 - Sold
1980 300SD - Sold
1982 240D - Stolen
1988 300E - Sold
1989 260E - Sold
1989 560SEL
1994 E420 - Sold
1997 E420
2005 CL500

Where can I get instructions to change this out myself?

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1973 280 - Sold
1980 300SD - Sold
1982 240D - Stolen
1988 300E - Sold
1989 260E - Sold
1989 560SEL
1994 E420 - Sold
1997 E420
2005 CL500

Dirty/faulty ABS sensors at the wheels may be problem as well, also make sure you have the correct tires size and pressure on all 4 corners, a difference in the circumference of the tire can trigger the ABS light.

Just look under the dash on the brake pedal with a flash light, instructions are obsolete

brake switch swap out (w/photos) available at 210 forums at benzworld (sticky's cheat sheet) and mbworld.

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Take a look at this thread - the solution is described a ways down and was a frustrating journey to finally get to.

w210 1999 ASR BAS warning light

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