Campaign - Rear SAM Module Replacement
FILE:SERVICE: GROUP 00 OF SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER
PARTS: GROUP I OF INFORMATION _ PARTS & ACCESSORIES BINDER
Campaign No. 2005100009, November 2005
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT:
MODEL 211, MODEL YEAR 2003
INSPECT REAR SAM CONTROL MODULE, REPLACE IF NECESSARY
This Service Campaign has been initiated because DCAG has determined that on the affected vehicles (see VIN range) a fault in the rear signal acquisition and actuation module (rear SAM) may under some circumstances cause the fuel gauge to no longer register the proper fuel level if the battery is disconnected. The dealer will check the rear SAM for the affected part number with Star Diagnosis, and when identified, replace it with an updated unit.
Please review the Effective Serial Number chart located on the following page and if necessary repair the subject vehicles during the vehicle's next service.
Prior to performing this Service Campaign:
^ Please check VMI to insure the vehicle is involved and to determine if the vehicle has been previously repaired.
^ Please review the entire Service Campaign bulletin.
Approximately 19,046 vehicles are affected.
Effective Serial Number Range
Note:
Every vehicle in the VIN range may not be included in the campaign. VMI must always be checked before performing campaigns to verify that the campaign is required on a specific vehicle. VMI always overrides the bulletin in reference to a specific vehicle's inclusion in a particular campaign. Please also note that Recall and Service Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.
Procedure
A. CHECK REAR SAM CONTROL MODULE PART NUMBER
1. Connect Star Diagnosis and navigate through the following menu item to determine the rear SAM control module part number: Main Groups/Control Units/Body/Rear SAM-Rear-side signal and actuation module/control unit version.
2. Replace the rear SAM control module only if it has any of the following part numbers (proceed to Subject B for replacement instructions):
^ A0025459901
^ A0035450001
^ A2115451901
^ A2115452001
Note:
If the part number is not one listed above, then replacement is not required.
B. REPLACEMENT OF REAR SAM CONTROL MODULE IF REQUIRED
1. Transfer the settings of the rear SAM control module to Star Diagnosis by navigating through the following screen menus: Main Groups/Control Units/Body/Rear SAM-Rear-side signal and actuation module/Initial Startup (follow on-screen instructions).
2. Remove left side trunk panel:
^ For vehicles without through loading feature refer to: WIS AR68.30-P-48001.
^ For vehicles with through loading feature refer to: WIS AR68.30-P-48001A.
3. Remove bolt (1, Figure 1) and swing control module mounting bracket away from SAM control module (N10/2) to allow clearance for removal (of rear SAM control module).
4. Remove bolt (3, Figure 1) then remove cable tie securing wiring harness (4) to bracket (5).
Note:
^ Discard cable tie, do not reuse.
^ If installed, remove clip securing insulation on top of SAM then remove insulation.
5. Dismount SAM from lower mounting bracket by tilting it over (toward right fender).
6. Disconnect harness connectors from rear SAM control module starting with connector 3 (circuit 30).
7. Remove rear SAM control module from vehicle.
8. Install new rear SAM control module in reverse order.
Note:
^ Refer to: WIS: AH54.00-P-0001-01A for information on avoiding electrostatic discharge.
^ Verify correct positioning of fuses and relays on new SAM as compared to originally installed version.
^ Reconnect harness connector 3 (circuit 30) last.
^ Transfer fuse/relay cover and upper mounting bracket.
Use new cable tie to re-secure wiring harness (4) to bracket (5).
9. Complete initial start-up of SAM control module using Star Diagnosis.
10. Reinstall remaining components in reverse order.
Primary Parts Information
Note:
There are no secondary parts for this campaign.
Note:
^ Please be aware that only the part number(s) referenced in the Campaign Bulletin is/are approved for use to repair the vehicle. Repairs performed using any other part(s) will not have been performed in accordance with the campaign. Accordingly, warranty claims submiffed with reference to an improper part number(s) will be denied.
^ The following allowable labor operation should be used when submitting a warranty claim for this repair:
Warranty Information