I can see I have my detective work to do. The mech wanted $$$ to replace. I will do that myself. I think I replaced one on my previous 300sd, but that was 15+/- years ago!!
First track down the source, then I will tackle the fix. Another wonderful Saturday task. Also while all this was happening, the odometer stopped working. Speedometer works, as well as all other gauges.
Thanks
Chuck
--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, audiolaw@... wrote:
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> Chuck,
>
> As I recall, both the antenna lead and, MUCH MORE LIKELY PROBLEM, the
> antenna motor power lines run through that footwell.
>
> HOWEVER, they run in a plastic channel that has a cover, protected
> from damage by foot traffic. Pull up the carpets and see. There should be no
> breaks, cracks, etc. in the lines that would water in to short out.
>
> How about water running down the inside of the antenna tube, if there
> is disintegration of the weather washer at the fender? If water got into
> the motor assembly, it could cause shorting.
>
> Tom
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>
>
> In a message dated 9/21/2011 11:58:45 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
> jcrcpa@... writes:
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> Battery drain on 84 300sd diagnosed by shop as antenna shorting out. But I
> have found water in the left rear passenger footwell. I need to find that
> a/c tube and repair/replace. Question. does the antenna wire run through
> that footwell? If so could that have been shorting out the antenna?
>
> Thanks,
> Chuck
>
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