Recall - Accelerator Pedal Mounting
Campaign No. 2006120008, January 2007FILE:
SERVICE: GROUP 00 OF SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER
PARTS: GROUP I OF INFORMATION _ PARTS & ACCESSORIES BINDER
Revision History
Revision Date Purpose
A 01/12/07 Addition of owner's letter
- 12/21/06 Initial issue
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT:
MODEL 164, 251 MODEL YEAR 2007
CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL NUTS AND INSTALL IF NECESSARY
This Recall Campaign has been initiated because DCAG has determined that the accelerator pedal in some M- and R-Class vehicles (see VIN range on the following page) might not have been fully fastened to its mounting studs. Due to the geometry and tension in the assembly, the mounting studs will maintain the position of the accelerator pedal on affected vehicles, but may, over time, not maintain a consistent pedal position, which could make it more difficult to operate the accelerator. All other functions of the vehicle (engine acceleration, deceleration, and braking) will, however, remain fully functional.
Please review the Effective Serial Number chart.
Included is a sample copy of a letter which owners of the affected vehicles will receive.
Prior to performing this Recall Campaign:
- Please check VMI to insure the vehicle is involved and to determine if the vehicle has been previously repaired.
- Please review the entire Recall Campaign bulletin.
Approximately 1570 vehicles are affected.
Effective Serial Number Range
NOTE:
Every vehicle in the VIN range may not be included in the campaign. VMI must always be checked before performing campaigns to verify that the campaign is required on a specific vehicle. VMI always overrides the bulletin in reference to a specific vehicle's inclusion in a particular campaign. Please also note that Recall and Service Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.
MODEL 164: CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL NUTS AND INSTALL IF NECESSARY
1. Switch off ignition and remove transmitter key from EIS control module.
Note - Vehicles with Keyless Go:
- Press Keyless Go start/stop button repeatedly until ignition is switched off.
- Remove transmitter key from vehicle and store in a location beyond its transmission range (at least 2 meters).
2. Visually check if accelerator pedal nuts (A, Figure 1) have been installed.
- If both nuts are installed: This campaign has been completed.
- If either nut is not installed: Proceed to step 3.
3. Lower cover below instrument panel (B).
- Remove screws (arrows).
NOTE:
Do not disconnect the electrical connectors.
4. Install nut(s) (A, Figure 1; part # A 203 301 00 72) according to WIS document AR30.12-P-1321GZ.
NOTE:
Disregard the part number in the EPC; ensure to use the part specified in this bulletin.
5. Reinstall cover below instrument panel.
MODEL 251: CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL NUTS AND INSTALL IF NECESSARY
1. Switch off ignition and remove transmitter key from EIS control module.
Note - Vehicles with Keyless Go:
- Press Keyless Go start/stop button repeatedly until ignition is switched off.
- Remove transmitter key from vehicle and store in a location beyond its transmission range (at least 2 meters).
2. Visually check if accelerator pedal nuts (A, Figure 2) have been installed.
- If both nuts are installed: This campaign has been completed.
- If either nut is not installed: Install nut(s) (part # A 203 301 00 72) according to WIS document AR30.12-P-1321RT.
NOTE:
Disregard the part number in the EPC; ensure to use the part specified in this bulletin.
Parts Information
NOTE:
- Please be aware that only the part number(s) referenced in the Campaign Bulletin is/are approved for use to repair the vehicle. Repairs performed using any other part(s) will not have been performed in accordance with the campaign. Accordingly, warranty claims submitted with reference to an improper part number(s) will be denied.
- The following allowable labor operation should be used when submitting a warranty claim for this repair:
Warranty Information
Repair 1 (Check only)
Operation:
Accelerator Pedal Nuts, Check if Installed (02-5586)
Repair 2 (Check and Install)
Operation:
Accelerator Pedal Nuts, Check if Installed (02-5586)
Accelerator Pedal Nuts, Install (after Check) (02-5587)