my poor brain

[carmanic]

hi all, just wondered if anyone could cast a bit of light on a subject for me...
i have a sprinter 311 2.2cdi wich wont start fault code p1661 injector voltage 1 undervoltage. the van trys to start for about 2 seconds and then cuts out wich is when the code is logged. i have checked engine bay wiring down to the last inch for rubs/shorts paying particular attention to engine mount and bulkhead area. all ok. i noticed on checking that the big rubber grommets on the bulkhead were displaced and on inspection the brain had evidence of water ingress. the brain was further condemmed by ecu clinic in west wickam, as unfixable. i live in northern ireland and the only two mercedes dealers over here have refused to take the vehicle on at all. so that leaves me well and truly up the creek. QUESTION> can i buy a second hand brain and matched keys and key reader, fit them and they will work without programming? if not has anybody any ideas or advise please.. this van is half my fleet and rental costs are crippling me. please pleasee help me

 

[UKJeffP]

Hi I know you say you have checked wiring , but I had exact fault you have on my 2003 313 cdi, luckily while still under warranty. It was the wiring loom were it passes over the lower inner wing on the passenger side. It is apparently a common fault although dealership told me the 3 or for a month they get is not worth a recall. Hope this is your problem cos it is a lot cheaper fix that the ECU.

good luck

Jeff

 

[carmanic]

thanks jeff... ihave checked all the wiring mate. there is definatley water in the brain. but thanks anyway

 

[Xtractorfan]

Where in NI are you, there are a few Indies who are good at what they do. only a rich fool would use the local Mb dealers

 

[carmanic]

im in omagh. there is a place called noble pattersons but they cant look at it for 5weeks!! they didnt relly want it. and i know the md dealer will charge me through the nose but i have already paid twice the repair amount in van rental

 

[Xtractorfan]

Dont know of anyone in Omagh, suggest you ring Molloys in armagh..merc breakers.. and ask if they know of anyone near you who can help, they generally know who the good guys are.. molloys no is 3756 8083
I shall make a few more enquiries tomorrow...

 

[carmanic]

thanks buddy 100%