2005 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (W211) — Repair Solution

5.4L M113K 8cyl 24v SOHC Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto · Battery Flat / Current Drain · Electrical

Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (W211) Battery Flat / Current Drain Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: E55 AMG (W211)
Year: 2005
Engine: 5.4L M113K 8cyl 24v SOHC Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 290,000
Area: Electrical
Category: Battery Flat / Current Drain

Customer Complaint

Parasitic draw, loss of interior functionality, drivers airbag blown

Problem Summary

Upon turning the key, the ignition comes on, but only the cluster illuminates. No controls working and no communication with the interior CAN bus on the diagnostic tool

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Quick Facts

CodeMERW205447
Vehicle2005 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG (W211)
Engine5.4L M113K 8cyl 24v SOHC Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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