Originally Posted by
Evanscw7
MB slk owner here!
Does an antenna ring and SKREEM have to bought together?
I purchased an antenna ring because the shielded cable that attaches was damaged on the original causing no start issue.
Was told that the ring was not VIN specific but upon connecting it I am still not able to start.
Did the bad antenna short the SKREEM or do I just need to flash the unit?
Any help is appreciated!
Not knowing anything about the MB SLK setup, are you SURE it is the SKREEM/antenna module problem your experiencing? I haven't seen anything regarding the crossfire SKREEM symptoms with your MB SLK. An antenna can be had from recyclers without buying a whole SKREEM/antenna setup BUT... $$$$$
IF your no start condition isn't a SKREEM issue, you will be just THROWING PARTS at it. These parts are VERY EXPENSIVE! The SKREEM issue for the Crossfire is three attempts at starting (cranking) then NOTHING until you disconnect the neg cable of the battery (then wait) then reconnect and the three attempts to start repeats until bat neg cable is removed again, then three cranks again. We ask questions because the cost of throwing parts at it is too high, unless you have a deep pocket.. You have not yet said that this is what is happening. WHY do you think it is the SKREEM????? This is why ppl are asking questions. Any SLK antenna ring will work! IF this bothers you, then go to a MB mechanic and just tell them to fix it.
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