2000-01 Airbags

2001 Mercedes-Benz ML320
2000-01 ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Mercedes-Benz - Air Bag Restraint Systems
2000-01 ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Mercedes-Benz - Air Bag Restraint Systems
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
NOTE: The following 2000 information represents the latest information available at
time of publication and may be useful in diagnosing 2001 vehicles. 2001 wiring
diagrams have been included at the end of this article.
WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.
Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before working on air bag system or related components.
All models are equipped with Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). The main components of SRS are driver-
side air bag module, passenger-side air bag module, side air bag modules (located in doors), SRS control
module, side air bag sensors, SRS warning light, driver knee bolster, passenger knee bolster, and Emergency
Tensioning Retractor (ETR) seat belt assembly. Additionally, some vehicles may be equipped with head impact
(curtain type) air bags (located around door windows behind door frame trims).
Both SRS and ETR are electronically activated by a single control module. There are 2 thresholds which must
be exceeded to trigger an ETR action, air bag deployment, or both. If a moderately severe frontal collision
occurs exceeding first triggering threshold where protection from safety belt is sufficient, only Emergency
Tensioning Retractor (ETR) is activated if safety belt is buckled. If a moderately severe frontal collision occurs
exceeding first triggering threshold where protection from safety belt is sufficient, but safety belt is not buckled,
air bag is deployed and ETR is not activated.
If a severe frontal collision occurs exceeding second triggering threshold where protection from safety belt is
insufficient, air bag is deployed. ETR is activated if safety belt is buckled. If safety belt is not buckled, ETR is
not activated when second triggering threshold is reached. Passenger air bag will deploy even if passenger seat
is not occupied when a triggering threshold is exceeded. If during a severe frontal collision the power supply is
interrupted, the driver and passenger air bag can still be deployed, but ETR cannot be activated.
The side air bag on the driver-side deploys whenever the driver-side air bag module is deployed and when there
is a substantial side impact crash. The air bag on the passenger-side will activate only when a sensor (Occupied
Seat Recognition Sensor) in the passenger seat sends a signal to the SRS control module that the passenger-side
seat is occupied. During a collision, the side air bag will then deploy.
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
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Fig. 1: Locating Restraint System Components (2000 E Class Shown; Others Are Similar)
Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.
SERVICING
SRS AIR BAG label on driver-side door latch post indicates SRS replacement date for driver and passenger air
bag units. All SRS components must be thoroughly inspected, including wiring harness. Before component
replacement, check for SRS fault codes by performing system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION
CHECK . SRS service life is 10 years from manufactured date, or 10 years from SRS replacement date after
accident related repairs are completed.
SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
SRS warning light indicates air bag and Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) system readiness. Turn
ignition on. SRS warning light will illuminate, then turn off after approximately 4-20 seconds indicating system
is functioning properly. If SRS warning light does not illuminate, illuminates while driving or is continuously
illuminated, there is a system fault. Repair malfunctioning system. See DIAGNOSTICS .
AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Observe following precautions when working with air bag systems:
 When working around steering column components and before any repairs are performed, disable air bag
system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
 Before straightening any damage to body, or before performing electrical arc-welding, disable air bag
system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
 Always wear safety glasses and gloves when handling a deployed air bag module. Air bag module may
contain sodium hydroxide deposits which are irritating to the skin.
 DO NOT repair any portion of SRS wiring harness.
 Always handle air bag module with trim cover away from your body. Always place air bag module on
workbench with trim cover up, away from loose objects.
 DO NOT expose any SRS component to temperatures in excess of 212 F (100 C).
 DO NOT expose any SRS component to cleaning agents such as solvents, gasoline, lye, etc.
 DO NOT connect Hand-Held Tester (6511 0001 99) to Data Link Connector (DLC) with ignition on.
Damage to HHT may result.
 DO NOT connect HHT (6511 0001 99) to vehicle if a battery charger is connected to vehicle battery.
Damage to HHT may result.
ADJUSTMENTS
If fixing screws were not used during clockspring removal or clockspring was rotated during removal, turn
clockspring clockwise until resistance is detectable. Turn clockspring counterclockwise 2-2.5 turns until fixing
screws can be unscrewed holding clockspring in this position.
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM

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DISABLING SYSTEM
CAUTION: On CL500, open doors before disconnecting battery. Opening doors

allows windows to automatically lower thus preventing roof seal damage.
Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Record radio presets and obtain anti-theft
code. Turn ignition switch to OFF position and remove ignition key. If welding on vehicle, disconnect negative
battery cable and disconnect air bag control module.
ACTIVATING SYSTEM
Ensure ignition is off. Reconnect air bag system components (if disconnected). Reconnect negative battery
cable. Perform See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
WARNING: An undeployed air bag module or ETR should never be disposed of

without first being deployed. See SCRAPPED VEHICLE . If deployment is
not possible, contact vehicle manufacturer for further instructions.
Several situations may arise requiring some form of disposal action, including:
 Scrapping a vehicle containing a deployed air bag module and-or ETR.

 Scrapping a vehicle with a live air bag module and-or ETR.
 Disposal of a live but electrically faulty air bag module and-or ETR.
 Disposal of a deployed air bag module and-or ETR.
DEPLOYED AIR BAG OR ETR
Deployed air bag module and-or ETR unit can be thrown away. None of its components are reusable. Deployed
air bag module is NOT classified as hazardous material.
SCRAPPED VEHICLE
WARNING: An undeployed air bag module and-or ETR seat belt CANNOT be disposed
of without first being deployed. If this is not possible through procedures
outlined below, contact vehicle manufacturer for further instructions.
Perform remote deployment outdoors. Keep personnel at least 20 feet
away.
1. Before proceeding, follow service precautions. See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Move
vehicle outdoors to a remote area, away from workshop and other personnel. Disconnect and shield
negative battery cable. Open all vehicle windows and doors.
2. Ensure air bag module is secured to steering wheel, and passenger air bag is secured to dash. Ensure ETR
seat belt assemblies are secured to "B" pillars and all seat belt buckles are latched. Remove loose objects
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from front seat. DO NOT allow anyone inside vehicle.

3. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Connect Trigger
Device (126-589-00-90-00) and Adapter Cable (126 589 21 63 00) to SRS system connector (X29-9)
located at passenger footwell area. Move away from vehicle as far as trigger device wiring will allow.
4. To deploy driver air bag and ETR, turn rotary knob on trigger device to position No. 1. Push battery
check push button and ignition push button simultaneously. Trigger light should illuminate indicating
driver air bag and ETR deployed. If trigger light is illuminated and driver air bag and-or ETR did not
deploy, driver air bag module and-or ETR is faulty. See UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG-ETR .
5. To deploy passenger air bag detonator No. 1, turn rotary knob on trigger device to position No. 2. Push
battery check push button and ignition push button simultaneously. Trigger light should illuminate
indicating passenger air bag detonator No. 1 deployed. If trigger light is illuminated and passenger air bag
detonator No. 1 did not deploy, passenger air bag module is faulty. See UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG-
ETR .
6. To deploy passenger air bag detonator No. 2, turn rotary knob on trigger device to position No. 3. Push
battery check push button and ignition push button simultaneously. Trigger light should illuminate
indicating passenger air bag detonator No. 2 deployed. If trigger light is illuminated and passenger air bag
detonator No. 2 did not deploy, passenger air bag module is faulty. See UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG-
ETR .
UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG-ETR
After deploying procedures and-or diagnostic testing have confirmed air bag module and-or ETR is
undeployable, contact vehicle manufacturer for proper disposal instructions.
POST-COLLISION INSPECTION
When a vehicle has been involved in a collision, certain components of the passive restraint system must be
inspected or replaced. See AIR BAG/SRS COMPONENT INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT TABLES
article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.
Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before working on air bag system or related components.
CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY
Removal & Installation
1. Before proceeding, See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2. Remove driver air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE . Remove steering wheel bolt.
Using a puller, remove steering wheel. Disconnect lower clockspring connector. Turn 2 fixing screws
(locating on clockspring) counterclockwise until clockspring cannot be rotated. Remove clockspring
mounting screws as necessary. Disconnect all necessary electrical connectors. Remove clockspring
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assembly. To install, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. See DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Perform system operation check to ensure system is functioning
properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
CONTROL MODULE
Removal & Installation (C Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove shift lever cover
bezel. Lift shift lever cover enough to disconnect electrical connector. Remove shift lever cover.
2. Remove storage compartment mounting screws from center console. Remove storage compartment.
Remove ashtray. Disconnect electrical connectors as necessary. Disconnect SRS control module electrical
connector. Remove SRS control module mounting bolts. Remove SRS control module.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure SRS control module arrow points to front of vehicle. Set
parameters and program new SRS control module with Hand-Held Tester (965 589 00 01 00). Activate
air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM
OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (E Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove gear shift cover
panel. Remove ashtray and ashtray housing at front of console. Remove radio (if necessary).
2. Remove center console right side cover screws and right side cover. Disconnect electrical connector for
control module. Remove 2 control module mounting screws. Remove control module.
OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (S Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove radio. Remove
ashtray. Remove wooden surround for ashtray. Remove shift lever cover mounting screws. Push shift
lever cover toward rear of vehicle and remove in an upward direction.
2. Remove center console cover screws. Remove center console cover by pulling from bottom in an upward
direction. When removing covers, disconnect electrical connectors as necessary. Disconnect SRS control
module electrical connector. Remove SRS control module.
OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (SL Class)
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DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove radio. Push up
and pull out heater control panel. Unplug 2 connectors. Remove screw in middle of storage tray.
2. Bend up at top corners and lift out storage tray. Remove screws below storage tray. Lift wood trim panel
at rear, pull down and out of catches. Unplug switch connectors and remove wood trim panel. Unplug
connectors at control module and remove Torx mounting screws. Remove control module.
OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (CLK & SLK)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove cover on center
console. Remove cover on shift lever. Remove ash tray housing with storage compartment at front of
center console. Unplug connectors at control module and remove Torx mounting screws. Remove control
module.
OPERATION CHECK .
DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
NOTE: Air bag module and steering wheel must be replaced following a collision in
which air bag was deployed.
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove 2 Torx screws
from rear of steering wheel. Lift off air bag module enough to unplug connector from rear of module.
Place module away from work area, with pad facing upward.
2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten Torx screws to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure system is
functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
SIDE AIR BAG UNIT (DRIVER-SIDE & PASSENGER-SIDE)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Drill out rivets at
retaining plate of side air bag unit. Pull air bag unit out of door. Disconnect connector at driver-side air
bag squib. Remove unit from vehicle. See Fig. 2 .
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2. To install, connect connector so that connector audibly clicks when connector engages. Install unit in
door trim panel and rivet using only special rivets (Part No. 003 990 0097). Perform system operation
check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
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Fig. 2: Removing Side Air Bag Unit (2000 Models)

SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR (DRIVER-SIDE & PASSENGER-SIDE)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. On SLK 230, remove
door sill moulding. On all models, remove front seat. Fold floor covering in area toward rear. Unclip
connector on side bag sensor. Remove 2 mounting screws. Remove sensor from vehicle.
2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure that arrow on sensor points toward outside. Perform system
operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
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Fig. 3: Removing Side Air Bag Sensor (2000 E Class Shown; Others Are Similar)
OCCUPIED SEAT RECOGNITION SENSOR
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2. Remove cover on front seat cushion. Remove ignition key. Unclip connection for occupied seat
recognition sensor on seat connector block. Remove electrical connection lead from seat and pull upward
out of rubberized fiber matting. See Fig. 4 .
3. To install, lay out occupied seat recognition sensor uniformly on rubberized fiber matting. Fabric side
should point upward. Do not kink occupied seat sensor. Reverse removal procedure. Perform system
operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
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Fig. 4: Removing Occupied Seat Recognition Sensor (2000 Models)

PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Removal & Installation (C Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove instrument panel.
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Disconnect passenger-side air bag module squib connector. Remove 4 passenger-side air bag module
mounting nuts.
2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure passenger-side air bag module squib connector audibly
clicks when connecting connector. Activate air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure
system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (E Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove 2 central
mounting bolts for passenger-side air bag module. Lift air bag module enough to unplug connector from
rear of module. Place module away from work area, with pad facing upward.
2. If necessary to replace passenger air bag installation frame, remove 4 frame mounting bolts. Remove
installation frame from vehicle.
3. To install air bag module or installation frame, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system.
Perform system operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION
CHECK .
Removal & Installation (S Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Open glove box door.
Remove 4 clips securing glove box. Remove glove box compartment. When removing compartment,
disconnect glove box light. Remove glove box door lock striker.
2. Disconnect passenger-side air bag module squib connector. Remove 4 passenger-side air bag module
mounting nuts. Remove passenger-side air bag module through glove box opening. Place module away
from work area with pad facing up.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure module squib connector audibly clicks when connecting
connector. Activate air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure system is functioning
properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
Removal & Installation (SL Class)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove cover below
instrument panel. Remove one bolt in installation slot of center air outlet, and one bolt below right air
outlet.
2. Remove air bag panel (3 Phillips screws and 2 hex bolts). Unplug connector at squib of passenger-side air
bag unit. Remove mounting bolts. Pull off and take air bag out of panel opening.
3. To install air bag module, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. Perform system operation
Removal & Installation (CLK 320)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove instrument panel.
Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. Remove 4 screws and passenger-side air bag
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module.
Removal & Installation (SLK 320)
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove top section of
instrument panel. Fold vapor barrier toward front to reveal 2 screws. Disconnect passenger-side air bag
module connector. Remove 4 screws and passenger-side air bag module.
DIAGNOSTICS
NOTE: After component replacement, perform a system operation check to ensure

proper system operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . The SRS control module is capable of
diagnosing air bag system components and ETR components. If a fault is detected by the SRS control module
or system is malfunctioning, SRS warning light will do one or more of the following:
 SRS warning light goes out after 2 minutes. System fault is noted, however occupant protection is not
affected. See RETRIEVING FAULT CODES .
 SRS warning light illuminates continuously. System is faulty which may result in a non deployment or
false deployment. See RETRIEVING FAULT CODES .
 SRS warning light blinks continuously. Control module has been replaced without setting control module
parameters.
RETRIEVING FAULT CODES
NOTE: Fault codes may only be retrieved using Hand-Held Tester (965 589 00 01) and
Adapter (965 589 00 40 or 965 589 00 50).
1. Check vehicle fuses. Replace any blown fuses as necessary. Ensure vehicle battery voltage is 11 volts or
more. Ensure SRS warning light functions. Turn ignition off. Connect Hand-Held Tester (HHT) (965 589
00 01) to Data Link Connector (DLC).
2. DLC is located in right rear corner of engine compartment. It may be necessary to use Adapter (965 589
00 40 or 965 589 00 50) to connect HHT to DLC. After HHT displays module number and version, press
return key to start diagnosis. Using HHT, follow HHT prompts to retrieve SRS fault codes. For SRS
control modules beginning with number 000, fault code 1 is valid. For SRS control modules beginning
with number 001, fault code 2 is valid. See Fig. 6 .
3. HHT will display a 3 digit fault code, and may display additional graphic information. This additional
graphic information will help in diagnosis of fault code. See Fig. 5 . During diagnosis HHT will display 4
different graphic displays informing technician if a test passes or fails, or if seat belt buckle is latched or
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not latched. See Fig. 5 .

4. These graphic displays are displayed as applicable by HHT during testing. See FAULT CODES table.
During diagnosis, system values are continuously updated, so by moving components and connections
intermittent failures can be diagnosed. HHT will also display fault frequency and time span.
5. After retrieving fault codes using HHT, carefully observe testing instructions in this article. Some testing
is executed with HHT connected to DLC and some tests are executed with HHT removed from DLC.
Turn ignition off when removing or connecting HHT to DLC.
6. Contact Box (124 589 00 21) with Test Cable (124 589 35 63) is necessary to complete some test steps.
Resistance Substitution Unit (124 589 09 63) is necessary to substitute resistance values for testing
purposes.
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Fig. 5: Hand Held Tester Graphic Information (2000 Models)

FAULT CODES
Fig. 6: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (2000 Models-1 Of 4)

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CLEARING FAULT CODES
Connect Hand-Held Tester (965 589 00 01) to Data Link Connector (DLC). DLC is located in right rear corner
of engine compartment. It may be necessary to use Adapter (965 589 00 40 or 965 589 00 50) to connect HHT
to DLC. After HHT displays module number and version, press return key to start sequence. Using HHT,
follow HHT prompts to clear SRS fault codes. SRS codes are clear when ignition is turned on and SRS warning
light functions normally. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
UNDERSTANDING DIAGNOSTIC CHART INFORMATION
NOTE: Refer to table to properly identify components or connectors being tested. See
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION table.
SRS & ETR Diagnosis Chart Column Identification
First column of chart identifies TEST STEP (1.0 for example). See Fig. 10 . Second column of chart identifies
HHT fault code (017, 003 for example). First code in column is for vehicles without side air bags. Second code
in column (when listed) is for vehicles with side air bags only. Other 5 columns are self-explanatory.
Using SRS & ETR Diagnosis Chart
For reading and understanding fault code diagnosis chart, use the following example: Read test step 3.0 (first
column), HHT fault Code 002, 004 (second column). See Fig. 10 . Read TEST SCOPE-HHT ACTUAL
VALUE NO.-TEXT column (third column). Driver-side air bag squib connector R12-3 is being tested. HHT
will identify if problem is with too much resistance or not enough resistance in driver-side air bag squib circuit.
Read TEST CONDITION column (fifth column). Test circuit with HHT connected to DLC, with ignition in
position "2". Read NOMINAL VALUE-HHT DISPLAY column (sixth column). HHT will display a check or
an "F". If HHT displays a check, circuit is okay. If HHT displays an "F", go to step 3.1.
Read TEST CONNECTION (NOT FOR HHT) column (forth column). Driver-Side air bag squib connector
R12-3, terminals No. 1 and 2 are identified. Read TEST CONDITION column. Test circuit with HHT
connected to DLC and ignition key removed. Remove driver-side air bag module. Disconnect driver-side air
bag module squib connector R12-3. Connect Resistance Substitution Unit (124 589 09 63) to driver-side air bag
module squib connector (harness side). Set resistance substitution unit to 2 ohms. Turn ignition key to position
"2". Read NOMINAL VALUE-HHT DISPLAY column. If HHT displays a check, replace driver-side air bag
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module. If HHT displays an "F", go to step 3.2.
Read TEST CONNECTION (NOT FOR HHT) column. Horn-air bag clockspring connector A45x1, terminals
No. 1 and 2 are identified. Read TEST CONDITION column. Test circuit with HHT connected to DLC.
Remove ignition key. Connect Resistance Substitution Unit (124 589 09 63 00) to horn-air bag clockspring
connector A45x1. Set resistance substitution unit to 2 ohms. Read NOMINAL VALUE-HHT DISPLAY
column. If HHT displays a check, check horn-air bag clockspring for continuity. Replace horn-air bag
clockspring as necessary. If HHT displays an "F", go to step 3.4.
NOTE: Some testing is identified by model number. Refer to table to identify models by
model number. See MODEL IDENTIFICATION table.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Model Number Model
129 SL Class
140 S Class
163 M Class
170 SLK Class
202 C Class
203 C 240 & C 320
208 CLK Class
210 E Class
215 CL 500
220 S 430 & S 500
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Component Manufacturer's Designation
A1e15 SRS warning light
A45 Horn-air bag clockspring
A53 Driver-side air bag sensor
A54 Passenger-side air bag sensor
B41-1 Passenger-side seat occupied recognition sensor
N2-2 SRS control module
N2-7 SRS control module
N72e1 Automatic child seat recognition light
R12-1 Driver-side ETR squib connector
R12-2 Passenger-side ETR squib connector
R12-3 Driver-side air bag squib connector
R12-8 Passenger-side air bag squib connector
R12-9 Side air bag (driver-side) squib connector
R12-10 Side air bag (passenger-side) squib connector
R12-20 Passenger-side air bag squib
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R12-21 Driver-side air bag squib

R12-22 Left window air bag squib
R12-23 Right window air bag squib
S68-3 Driver-side belt buckle switch
S68-4 Passenger-side belt buckle switch
W26 Control module ground
X11-4 Data link connector
X11-13 10-pin SRS test connection
CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING
After control module replacement, SRS warning light will blink or illuminate continuously. This indicates need
to program and set parameters of SRS control module. This process requires use of Hand-Held Tester (965 589
00 01). During programming, the following conditions need to be met:
Vehicles Without Side Air Bag
Version with passenger-side air bag module, when replacing SRS control module is to be set to YES when
programming control module. Version with seat belt buckle switch is to be programmed NO.
Vehicles With Side Air Bag
Version is set to YES when replacing SRS control module. Version with seat belt buckle switch is set to YES.
Seat occupation recognition is set to YES.
Parameters
After programming, SRS warning light will continue to blink, indicating need to set parameters. Currently,
parameters set is identical for all models.
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
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Fig. 10: SRS & ETR Diagnosis (2000 Models, Except E Class-1 Of 17)
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Fig. 27: SRS & ETR Diagnosis (2000 E Class-1 Of 23)

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Fig. 50: Connecting Socket Box (2000 Models)

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Fig. 53: Connecting Resistance Substitution Unit (2000 Models)

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Fig. 56: Testing Side Air Bag Sensor (2000 Models)

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Fig. 57: Testing Seat Occupation Recognition Sensor (2000 Models)

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Fig. 58: Testing Seat Occupation Recognition Sensor (2000 Models)

WIRE REPAIR
If any part of SRS wiring harness is damaged, DO NOT repair wiring harness, replace complete wiring harness.
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS(1)
Application Ft. Lbs (N.m)
Steering wheel hub bolt 52-66 (70-90)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Driver air bag module bolts (torx) 44-62 (5-7)
(1) Torque specifications are not available for clockspring assembly, control module or passenger-side
air bag module.
WIRING DIAGRAMS
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Fig. 59: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 C230 & C280)
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Fig. 60: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 CLK320 & CLK430)
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Fig. 61: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 E320 & E430-1of 2)
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Fig. 62: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 E320 & E430-2of 2)
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Fig. 63: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 SLK230)

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Fig. 64: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2000 S430 & S500-1 Of 2)
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Fig. 66: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 E320 & E430-1 Of 2)
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Fig. 67: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 E320 & E430-2 Of 2)
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Fig. 68: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 ML320 & ML430 With Memory Seats-1 Of 2)
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Fig. 69: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 ML320 & ML430 With Memory Seats-2 Of 2)
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Fig. 70: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 ML320 & ML430 Without Memory Seats-1 Of 2)
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Fig. 71: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 ML320 & ML430 Without Memory Seats-2 Of 2)
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Fig. 72: Air Bag System Wiring Diagram (2001 SLK230 & SLK 320)
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Mercedes-Benz - Air Bag Restraint Systems

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Observe following precautions when working with air bag systems:

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM

CAUTION: On CL500, open doors before disconnecting battery. Opening doors

WARNING: An undeployed air bag module or ETR should never be disposed of

 Scrapping a vehicle containing a deployed air bag module and-or ETR.

DEPLOYED AIR BAG OR ETR

from front seat. DO NOT allow anyone inside vehicle.

UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG-ETR

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Removal & Installation

Removal & Installation (C Class)

Removal & Installation (E Class)

Removal & Installation (S Class)

Removal & Installation (SL Class)

Removal & Installation (CLK & SLK)

DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation

SIDE AIR BAG UNIT (DRIVER-SIDE & PASSENGER-SIDE)

Removal & Installation

Fig. 2: Removing Side Air Bag Unit (2000 Models)

SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR (DRIVER-SIDE & PASSENGER-SIDE)

Removal & Installation

OCCUPIED SEAT RECOGNITION SENSOR

Removal & Installation

Fig. 4: Removing Occupied Seat Recognition Sensor (2000 Models)

PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation (C Class)

Removal & Installation (E Class)

Removal & Installation (S Class)

Removal & Installation (SL Class)

Removal & Installation (CLK 320)

Removal & Installation (SLK 320)

NOTE: After component replacement, perform a system operation check to ensure

RETRIEVING FAULT CODES

not latched. See Fig. 5 .

Fig. 5: Hand Held Tester Graphic Information (2000 Models)

Fig. 6: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (2000 Models-1 Of 4)

Fig. 7: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (2000 Models-2 Of 4)

Fig. 8: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (2000 Models-3 Of 4)

Fig. 9: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (2000 Models-4 Of 4)

CLEARING FAULT CODES

UNDERSTANDING DIAGNOSTIC CHART INFORMATION

SRS & ETR Diagnosis Chart Column Identification

Using SRS & ETR Diagnosis Chart

module. If HHT displays an "F", go to step 3.2.

R12-21 Driver-side air bag squib

CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING

Vehicles Without Side Air Bag

Vehicles With Side Air Bag

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