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October 28, 2026 Service bulletin

Check engine light illuminated, or previously on One of the below Exhaust Flap fault codes stored in PTCU...

Mercedes-Benz technical service bulletin LI49.10-P-080201 for 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, 2024-2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4matic and 2024-2025 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 4matic and others.

Bulletin number
LI49.10-P-080201
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Complaint Check engine light illuminated, or previously on One of the below Exhaust Flap fault codes stored in PTCU N127: P13C273 P13C278 P140473 Cause Various Remedy 1. Thaw exhaust system if ice is present. 2. Update software of N127 PTCU. 3. Check the exhaust flap for free movement. 4. Replace exhaust flap actuator. (P13C273 and P13C278‑ Right side flap, P140473‑ Left side flap). Ensure anti‑rattle spring is installed in correct position. 5. Clear fault codes and check exhaust flap for free movement via actuation. If fault code reoccurs: ‑Replace muffler with exhaust flap actuator. Note: For vehicles with two exhaust flap actuators, the left and right actuator have different part numbers. Installing two of the same side part number will cause fault codes due to missing LIN messages.

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