Problems with the pneumatic system can cause closing assist and door lock issues.
Car Problem Reports
Mercedes-Benz S500 Closing Assist/Door Lock Issues Due to Pneumatic System Problems
Mercedes-Benz S500 Problem
9 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001
Average Mileage: 101,440 mi (85,000 mi - 125,000 mi)
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Visitor, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S500, 85,000 mi
Can the Bosch Vacuum Supply Pump which assists with closing the doors and head rest be repaired or must it be replaced.
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Visitor, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500, 125,000 mi
ITS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM, A TEMPORARY FIX FOR MOST OF THE SYSTEM IS REPLACING THE FUSE IF THE PROBLEM CONTINUES FOR ONE ITEM AND NOT THE OTHERS (I.E. THE TRUNK STILL DOESN'T WORK BUT THE DOORS DO.) THEN ITS USUALLY PRESSURIZATION ISSUE AND EVEN THAT CAN BE A SIMPLE FIX IF YOU CAN FIND THE AIR LEAK.
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