PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum (http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/index.php)
-   Tech Help (http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/forumdisplay.php?f=1)
-   -   LIGHTS FLICKER (http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=258239)

jeyrl 08-03-2009 06:33 PM

LIGHTS FLICKER
 
HELP; I have a 1997 E-420. The dash lights and interior lights flicker. also the radio goes off and on by its self.:confused:

macdrone 08-03-2009 07:03 PM

Lights Flicker
 
I would check the fuses, if they are aluminum replace them with the newer copper barrel fuses. Corrosion makes the system have gremlins. Also pull the gage panel out disconnect the ground and clean then replace.

mbdoc 08-04-2009 08:02 AM

Check the battery ground at the base of the passenger side of the rear seat.

If that checks out have the charging system checked for over-charging.

jeyrl 08-04-2009 02:35 PM

TKS
 
Thanks will Do

jeyrl 08-16-2009 01:00 PM

Radio wont stay on 1997 E-420
 
I cant figure out how to pull instrument cluster out:confused:

bsmuwk 08-16-2009 01:02 PM

Just pull straight out. ;)

Bend a wire coat hanger to make a small L, make 2 of these and put one on either side of the cluster. Turn the L's inward towards the cluster and and make sure it catches the lip of the cluster.

When both sides feel firm, wiggle that sucker out. It's only held in by friction.

Matt L 08-16-2009 02:29 PM

If it is adjustable, put the steering wheel all the way back and down before you start. Don't insert the key into the ignition with either cluster cable disconnected (if you disconnect it). There is at least one ground point behind there, so it seems like you're going in the right direction.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:27 AM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2024 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Peach Parts or Pelican Parts Website