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October 4, 2024 Service bulletin

Complaint Check engine light on. One of the below fault codes is current in the engine control module (N3/10)

Mercedes-Benz technical service bulletin LI01.20-P-078446 for 2015-2023 Mercedes-Benz C300, 2020-2023 Mercedes-Benz E350 and 2016-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and others.

Bulletin number
LI01.20-P-078446
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Complaint Check engine light on. One of the below fault codes is current in the engine control module (N3/10). P04DB29, P04DB31, P04DB79 Cause Open circuit or high resistance to crankcase vent line contact Remedy 1. Check the electrical connector for the relevant vent line contact switch noted below. Refer to attached photos of connection locations. 2. Ensure the bolted connection is secure and bolt can be torqued (9Nm). 3. Check continuity from vent line connection to ME control unit. Repair wire if damage is found. • The circuit from ME provides 5V and is pulled to 0V when the ground connection is intact. M260 P04DB31- S88/15 P04DB79- S88/16 M264 P04DB31- S88/15 P04DB79- S88/16 P04DB29- S88/17 M270/M274 P04DB79- S88/5 Note: This repair is not warrantable if the connection was left loose during previous repair/maintenance.

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