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ianwh4

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  1. I recall reading that the original switch panel already has the necessary switch points; all that needs to be done is to replace the cover with blanks. I decided to take apart the heated switch panel to examine its inner workings and to see whether the Eco switch from my current switch panel would fit. The circuit board seems to be almost complete; unfortunately, it lacks LED indicators for inactive switches, which must be fixed before the Eco switch will function properly. In addition, I've done some research on conventional switch panels on eBay to check whether the connecting pins for heated seats are already in place, and I've found that they are not. In my case, the heated switch panel I bought yesterday already came with the necessary connection and wiring. Only three cables are required to connect the heated seat. Gray Black Inky Black Purple Blood-red and black Since the black and red wires would go to the fused power supply and the other two wires would go to the left and right seats, I'd have one extra wire at each seat's heated elements; is this the - ground? Snapped a few shots of the heated seat plug and switch panel after I took it apart. After unloading the van in the morning, I decided it would be impolite not to document the Brabus goods before heading to the office.
  2. Here as a newcomer I've been progressively upgrading my work-issued Vito as time and funds permit since I bought it a few months ago. It's a 2013 model with a facelift, 113cdi long wheel base (LWB), manual transmission, and a rather low level of equipment. The installation of heated leather front seats was on my list of things to accomplish. I found a set of Viano leather front seats and, since I was aware that they could be split in half, I swapped them out with my Vito's original driver's seat. I also installed three-stage carbon heated elements and intended to wire in the switches at some point, but then I saw a set of Vito Brabus wheels for sale on eBay. To check out the Brabus alloys and front spoiler, I traveled to Matlock (Derby), where the gent named Jason negotiated an excellent price for me, and where I also bought a few ancillary parts. This gets me back to the subject at hand, since one of them is the original heated seat switches for 3-stage heated components. If I wanted to utilize the OEM switches with the carbon heated elements, would I need to create my own loom or use the loom that came with the elements? Below is a picture of the vehicle that was used by the previous company.
  3. Some of the black coating on mine has worn away at the corners, which is a bit of a letdown. My own just appeared "dried out" after only 4 years. After going over it with wax a few times, I think it looks better. It's been waxed, but it still doesn't shine. I tried touching up the damaged areas with black shoe polish, but it didn't help much. The next day, after letting "black bumper restorer" sit overnight, I buffed off the residue.
  4. Okay, so I made the executive decision to take the vehicle in yesterday to have the ceramic coating applied. The task will need three days to complete. On my smartphone this morning, the Mercedes-Benz Me app notified me of a "Slight collision." I did not waste any time and called the detailers as soon as I could to find out what had occurred. They reassured me that there was no cause for concern about the condition of the vehicle and even supplied me a picture of the location that the car had identified as needing attention. When I called, they informed me that the automobile was in the process of being washed. My inquiry is whether or not this has ever taken place with any of the other members' vehicles. I had the thought that maybe the strong gusts we've been experiencing today had triggered the alarm, or it might have been the pressure washer. Is there a method to test the sensors without having to take the car back to the dealership? Thank you so much in advance.
  5. I just bought a first edition in pearl white. I was going to buy a Niro2, but the first edition had so many great features that I couldn't say no.
  6. Temptation Red, which was being constructed for me as I added a safety pouch.
  7. About three years ago, I had the front and rear subframes of our '86 shot blast and powder coated for a total of £75. I thought about getting a new back end, but I was set on using original equipment parts. When I took the back off, I found a sticker revealing that it was an aftermarket subby from 1997.
  8. I've got a V2 headgear. At the Racing Car Show, I tried on their largest size with skepticism because I have a large cranium, but it fit flawlessly. I concur with everyone's advice to test before you purchase.
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