[diesel_mercedes] Re: The dreaded cruise control.

 

If the actuator motor aka servo under the hood is bad, it will zap the electronic mystery box under the dash. If you have an old actuator motor/servo, you should consider replacing/rebuilding that first, then the electronic box. BTW, I have had one of the electric cords that power the actuator motor chafe through and ground out, zapping my electronic controller. It didn't do anything to the motor and I don't remember if there was even a fuse involved, I think maybe not. I wrapped the entire length of the actuator motor electric line with 1/4" fuel hose, which I slit lengthwise and zip tied over the cord, so it wouldn't happen again. Replaced the electronic box, and voila, works again. I have had as much luck buying second hand off ebay as I have had with getting mine rebuilt or buying rebuilt. Second-hand off ebay is usually around $50. I would buy a new or rebuilt actuator motor or even look into rebuilding my own, probably just needs cleaning and brushes but an alternator shop should be able to fix it for you.

Jim

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