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Old 10-26-2007, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by deanyel View Post
You're resetting the CEL how? You can pull the codes on your 38 pin diagnostic connector, in a black box near where the battery would be. Try a search - lots of info, or go to menu item #2, bottom, at:

http://pages.prodigy.net/jforgione/MB_S500.html
As corny as it sounds…
1. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery post
2. Using a long screwdriver, touch the disconnected negative cable to the positive cable for 10 seconds
3. Remove long screwdriver
4. Reconnect negative battery cable

Somehow, this technique resets the CEL; at least for 3-4 engine starts. Obviously I have to reset the radio code each time, but it has worked for the dozen or so times I’ve done this.

Regarding the codes, thanks for the link. I am familiar with the 38-pin connector and box location. The problem with a search is you end up with WAY more things to plod through than necessary. This is why I simply asked the question.

Cheers,
Jeff
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