Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
Thanks for sharing the observation. I will indeed measure the voltage, ans try to determine if there's a correlation to the flashing light. I've only noticed it a three times, out of probably 20 trips. Hi Don, Don't know if it has anything to do with your problem or not, but when my battery/alternator died yesterday, the SRS and ABS lights both lit up and when the rpm's picked up they dimmed - I assume this was from output from the alternator. Since installing the new battery they haven't come back on - athough we aren't driving it since the alternator only produces 12.5V at 3000 rpm - -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
you wrote:< several seconds, seemingly at random,>> Hi Don, Don't know if it has anything to do with your problem or not, but when my battery/alternator died yesterday, the SRS and ABS lights both lit up and when the rpm's picked up they dimmed - I assume this was from output from the alternator. Since installing the new battery they haven't come back on - athough we aren't driving it since the alternator only produces 12.5V at 3000 rpm - thankfully, Rusty is shipping a new alt which will arrive Monday. Looks pretty easy to switch out. And I'll definately disconnect the battery - learned *that* lesson on the Chev Malibu. Sorry - got distracted - back to your question ;-) I wonder if there's a loose connection somewhere in the SRS system causing a leak in volts or watts - whichever is in those wires with the smoke.But whatever you do, never, ever allow the smoke to get out of the wires. Fortunately smoke can be bought on eBay if you're willing to pay a credit card surcharge, and wait 4 looong days for it to arrive in a box that's beat all to hell box. But even with the replacement smoke (provided free with new Lucas systems) I bet it's a PITA to get the smoke back in those itty-bitty wires., Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2006 9:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation Speaking of weird things like that, the SRS light is flashing on for several seconds, seemingly at random, in the '90 300D 2.5. Is this a clue to anything? On 7/27/06, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Today, when my battery and/or Alternator was failing I noticed the tach was bouncing up & down. Was that because the battery was down or the alt wasn;t charging? Also - while browsing the CD WorkShop Manual I noticed the section called "Programmed Repairs" and discovered a wealth of information. Lots of scenarios like "Charge Indicator lamp lights up wien ign switched off & enfine not running" along with a possible cause - like "Short circuit of positive diode" (whatever thehellthatis) Valuable info at the very least - Later - thanks for all the great info - -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.4/402 - Release Date: 7/27/2006
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
scenarios like "Charge Indicator lamp lights up wien ign switched off & enfine not running" along with a possible cause - like "Short circuit of positive diode" (whatever thehellthatis) There are two banks (of three) diodes inside the alternator, half on the positive side and half on the negative. (And I think the Bosch's have another three for supplying self-generated field power.) -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
Yep, just as I thought. "T" for "take it to Iowa." Ask the wife -- the voices don't lie. You'd better bring it north soon, too, or the fillings in your mouth will start bringing in rap stations instead of NPR. Don On 7/27/06, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Then it's sending "T" once each 1/2 hour. On 7/27/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It is in Morse code. If you watch carefully, it says, "Donate your car to > Iowa Don." You're a ham -- did you forget how to decode Morse? > -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
Then it's sending "T" once each 1/2 hour. On 7/27/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It is in Morse code. If you watch carefully, it says, "Donate your car to Iowa Don." You're a ham -- did you forget how to decode Morse? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
It is in Morse code. If you watch carefully, it says, "Donate your car to Iowa Don." You're a ham -- did you forget how to decode Morse? On 7/27/06, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Speaking of weird things like that, the SRS light is flashing on for several seconds, seemingly at random, in the '90 300D 2.5. Is this a clue to anything? -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Observation
Speaking of weird things like that, the SRS light is flashing on for several seconds, seemingly at random, in the '90 300D 2.5. Is this a clue to anything? On 7/27/06, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Today, when my battery and/or Alternator was failing I noticed the tach was bouncing up & down. Was that because the battery was down or the alt wasn;t charging? Also - while browsing the CD WorkShop Manual I noticed the section called "Programmed Repairs" and discovered a wealth of information. Lots of scenarios like "Charge Indicator lamp lights up wien ign switched off & enfine not running" along with a possible cause - like "Short circuit of positive diode" (whatever thehellthatis) Valuable info at the very least - Later - thanks for all the great info - -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
[MBZ] Electrical Observation
Today, when my battery and/or Alternator was failing I noticed the tach was bouncing up & down. Was that because the battery was down or the alt wasn;t charging? Also - while browsing the CD WorkShop Manual I noticed the section called "Programmed Repairs" and discovered a wealth of information. Lots of scenarios like "Charge Indicator lamp lights up wien ign switched off & enfine not running" along with a possible cause - like "Short circuit of positive diode" (whatever thehellthatis) Valuable info at the very least - Later - thanks for all the great info - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ .
