i have never heard of one failing. i have had a lot of benzes too.

i would get a mirror on a stick and look at the back. i think you have a good idea with looking at the wires. and then only if someone has buggered them up.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.