I have a 1999 C280 and the sunroof is not working correctly. I took it to my local MB dealer and was told that the sensor was bad and had to be replaced at a cost of $475.00. Can anyone tell me where this sensor is located? Before I make this a DIY project I like to know what I am getting into.

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Al Lueb
1999 C280 54K miles
1979 450 SLC 144K miles

Sounds like they are talking about the dome lamp assembly.

That is a computer & controls the sunroof.

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The dome lamp assembly is a computer?! Yikes.....

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Yes, part of the interior network of computers.

OHCP=over head control panel.

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I am gathering this is not a DIY job?

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Al Lueb
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