Service Indicator Re-set C Class W203

[dajo]

I always do my own servicing and up to now have had no trouble re-setting the indicator using the button on the left side of the cluster. This time no joy. Anyone got any ideas? Is is a crafty device to make me take it in for services?

 

[coolpot]

umm well take a look at http://www.geocities.com/coolpot_1/merc.doc just to make sure you are doing it right! i think yours is on page 2.

 

[dajo]

You're right, I've now re-set it. The sheets you referred me to make it a lot plainer than the owners manual. Thanks. Dave

 

[Filipp]

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Hi guys. Hmm the link posted is no longer active
Can you advise me please.
I have got a C-class W203 and cannot reset it at all. Says service type b exceeded by .. miles
I have found a good PDF file with the 203 model in it ... but after carefully following the instructions there - nothing happens from step 3 onwards.


thanks a lot in avance

 

[npuk]

Instructions below.

W203 C Class, W209 CLK class reset service indicator.

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This applies to the Mercedes W203 C class and the Mercedes W209 CLK Class.

a) Turn ignition key to '1'
b) Press the system selection buttons (left hand edge of steering wheel) until you have the Basic display with mileage or temperature in the display
c) Press the dimming button (on the cluster itself) briefly 3 times and you see the voltage display on the cluster and a ping is heard
d) Turn the ignition key to '2'
e) Press the scroll down button and 'Service indicator' will appear in display
f) Press the dimming button and 'Oil Type' will appear on the cluster
g) Select oil type using +/- buttons and press the scroll up button to confirm.
h) Press and hold the dimming button until 'Service confirmed' appeard
i) Press scroll up until 'Service indicator' appears again
j) Press upper system selection button to finish.

 

[Alex Crow]

the doors, bonnet and boot all need to be closed! this is the ususal mistake.