1998 Mercedes Benz E430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Retrieving Codes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E320 and 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using Adapter Harness (965 589 00 40 00), connect Hand-Held Tester (965 589 00 01 00) to data link connector. Retrieve and record codes from combination control module using manufacturers instructions. Perform appropriate system test. See DTC IDENTIFICATION CHART  table.

DTC IDENTIFICATION CHART

Code  Possible Cause  Step 
B1000 Combination Control Module (CCM) Replace CCM
B1010 Low Voltage Check charging system and repair as neccessary.
B1011 Excess Voltage Check charging system and repair as neccessary.
B1013 Circuit 15R TEST 2  and TEST 3 
B1014 Circuit 49 Travel Direction (No Voltage Circuit 15) TEST 26 
B1021 CAN Data Line Communication With PSE (Pneumatic System Equipment) Interrupted Check CAN data lines between Pneumatic System Equipment (PSE) control module and combination control module. See WIRING DIAGRAMS in DOOR LOCKS - PNEUMATIC & POWER article.
B1024 CAN Low-Interior Bus Circuit Open Or Short Check CAN data lines between Pneumatic System Equipment (PSE) control module and combination control module. See WIRING DIAGRAMS in DOOR LOCKS - PNEUMATIC & POWER article.
B1025 CAN High-Interior Bus Circuit Open Or Short Check CAN data lines between Pneumatic System Equipment (PSE) control module and combination control module. See WIRING DIAGRAMS in DOOR LOCKS - PNEUMATIC & POWER article.
B1115 Rear Defogger Switch Short To Voltage TEST 22 
B1217 Rain Sensor Communication Interrupted TEST 16 
B1406 Dome Light Control Wire Short To Voltage TEST 18 
B1407 Entrance/Exit Light Short To Voltage TEST 19 
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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.