Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions
In Fig 1 the 1 and 2 digit codes in the left hand column are for generic scan tools. The 3 digit codes starting with zero or 1 are read from the Mercedes-Benz factory scan tool. To determine which illustration contains the appropriate information, see ELECTRONIC ACCELERATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE REFERENCE CHART .
| Generic DTC | Mercedes Benz DTC | See Figure |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 002 | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 006 | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 007 | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 008 | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 009 | Fig 1 |
| 2 | 025 | Fig 1 |
| - | 037 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 048 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 049 & 57 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 050 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 051 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 052 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 053 | Fig 1 |
| 3 | 054 & 056 | Fig 1 |
| - | 055 | Fig 1 |
| 4 | 064 | Fig 1 |
| 5 | 080 | Fig 1 |
| 6 | 096 | Fig 1 |
| 6 | 097 | Fig 1 |
| 7 | 112, 113 & 115 | Fig 1 |
| 8 | 128-130 | Fig 1 |
| 9 | 144 | Fig 1 |
| 10 | 160 | Fig 1 |
| 11 | 176-188 | Fig 1 |
| - | 177-180 | Fig 1 |
| 12 | 192 & 193 | Fig 1 |
| 14 | 224 | Fig 1 |
| 15 | 240 | Fig 1 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.