willitiger7
Mercedes Viano door electronics fault repair
Summary of the thread
A 2015 Mercedes Viano experienced a door electronics fault, specifically with the keyless access system not working. The issue was suspected to be a wiring fault, common in these vehicles due to wear in the wiring loom where it passes from the body into the door. A workshop confirmed a defective cable or plug connection within the door mechanism, and after repair, the keyless entry system was restored to proper function.
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willitiger7 (community.author)
Can you elaborate on which part of the wiring loom is most susceptible to failure? Was it a specific wire or connector within the door electronics or door handle itself? Any details would be helpful before I start inspecting the car door's wiring.
williamhunter66
Honestly, I didn't dive too deep myself. I just wiggled the wires near the door hinge and it temporarily fixed the problem, which confirmed the wiring fault. I'd recommend taking it to a workshop. They can properly diagnose the exact point of failure and repair it properly. Messing with car door wiring can be tricky if you're not sure what you're doing.
willitiger7 (community.author)
Understood. I appreciate the advice. I took the Viano to a workshop, and they confirmed a defective cable or plug connection within the door mechanism, as suspected. The repair cost was 95€. The keyless entry is now functioning correctly again.
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williamhunter66
I had something similar on my Vito, though I didn't check the error codes. Keyless entry stopped working on the driver's door. A 'wiring fault' is probably spot on. These vans are known to have issues with the wiring loom where it passes from the body into the car door. Constant opening and closing fatigues the wires over time.