[W124] Wiring harness

[Jonathan]

Hello Michael,

Did they clear all the codes after replacing the wiring harness??  
You'll have to go through and clear each one separately if they do not 
have the DAS on hand. 

What codes are currently being thrown?

Jonathan
MICHAEL BURLEY wrote:

>  

> Hello all,

>  

> I recently had the wiring harness replaced on my 1994 C320 coupe. The 

> technicians are having problems solving a mystery involving the "Check 

> Engine" light. They couldn't nail down the problem. It seems the 

> computer isn't as sophisticated as the newer cars only offering 16 

> fault codes. They told me during the mid 90's the German govt. 

> mandated wiring harness' (among other things) must be biodegradable. 

> The problem is they degrade while in the car, potentially causing all 

> manner of problems. This little repair cost me $1600 U.S. Mind you, 

> this service was performed at an independent garage. This didn't solve 

> the "Check Engine" lite burning, but now the tech's think they'll more 

> easily be able to localize the fault. I have some Mercedes-Benz buyers 

> guides that mention wiring harness problems due to heat, but never 

> mention idiot government interference in design as the problem. Comments?

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