Electrical
O.E. Aluminum Fuse Failure
One of the most common problems we see on older Mercedes.
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Electrical Problems
Electrical
Troubleshooting an Electrical Problem
Unknown battery drain, electrical shorts, blown fuses - these can be difficult to isolate!
Electrical
Weak U.S. Round or Square Headlights on 1985 and Older Models
Installing H4 headlight upgrades will make a difference between night and day
Electrical
Engine Won't Turn Over When It Sits Overnight
Do not assume it is just a bad battery! Diagnose first...
Electrical
Charging a Totally Dead Battery
Some chargers won't start the charge cycle without some help
Electrical
Fuse Repeatedly Burns Out?
Isolate the source of the short to finally solve your problem
Electrical
Buffing and Sanding in Tight Places
This is one of Kent’s favorite tools to have around the shop
Electrical
Cleaning Up Ugly Battery Post Corrosion
You can do it with commercial products or something in the cupboard
Electrical
Key Not Springing Back From the Start Position
This is a sure sign your electrical switch is going bad
Electrical
Best Way to Fix a Non-Working Odometer or Speedometer
Kent recommends just sending it out for professional repair
Electrical
Replacing a Badly Burned Wiring Harness
Don't let anyone kid you... this is not an easy job!
Electrical
How to Open up and Clean Old Electrical Plugs
Corrosion on the contacts can cause all kinds of electrical problems
Electrical
Battery Staying Charged During Prolonged Vehicle Storage
You have a couple options to keep the battery alive!
Electrical
Properly Maintaining an Old Car Battery
Neglect is probably the No. 1 Cause of your Benz not starting
Electrical
Power Antenna Failure
There is a quick fix as well as a more permanent repair
Electrical
Inaccurate or Erratic Fuel Gauge
This could be caused by one or even a combination of three things.