SOLVED ! Fixing Limp Mode Mercedes ML Series ML320 ML430 ML500 ABS BAS ETS ESP Brake Lights on

Ok, first let me say, yes I know I talk a lot and yes this is a long video, but it should solve your problem if your car is going into limp mode with the same lights that I have in the video.
Make sure to watch all my other ML Series videos where we solve more of these common issues.
Here is a link to a similar controller I purchased on amazon also many available on ebay.
Just make sure to match your numbers so you don't need them reprogramed.
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Torx Bit set that you will need to remove screws amzn.to/3Qef2kd
I cover a lot in this video and you will be able to see the struggles I went through to get this ESP Controller replaced.
I get small commission from Amazon if you click my links, thank you!
Hope this helps you!
Thanks
Joe

[@sibergamer8574]

I love this version of the car becaus of how it starts, just the way the engine starts up is so good

[@cindesetiawan9175]

I've been follow your ML series repair for years, very useful.. Thank You (ML320, 2002, Jakarta, Indonesia)

[@joesnowmobiles]

Thank you I appreciate your kind comments!

[@karlkascha1261]

Had the same lights on. It was leaking brake lines. Everywhere the lines were snapped into the plastic retainers, they had corroded. Replaced the lines with copper nickel lines and bled the brakes. All of the lights went out.

[@RCTPatriot75]

2001 ml320. Years ago I had the limp mode problem, 13 pin adapter fixed it. Left front abs would randomly engage while driving, almost killed me. I pulled the abs relay and have been driving without abs for 6 years. Last week transmission started acting up, now won't shift out of first. Changed transmission fluid and filter, new 13 pin adapter, new conductor plate, swapped tcm, no joy. Putting the old girl out to pasture with 275,000 miles. I'm sad.

[@MrCopra99]

how much does a whole system cost for ML320 engine+transmission+suspension?

[@JerreHui]

Hey thanks, great job! You have have a good theory, patient and some ML W163 knowledge, will thought! Thank you for sharing it!😊

[@SayedWaheedullahSaeedian]

Hello, my Mercedes w202 c200 1999 D+ automatic transmission has the same issue, such ABS , Brake pads and Brake system warning lights are on the dash and trans is in limp mode not change the gear to upper gears, so I have checked ABS module , sensors , brake pads and etc was good but still couldn't fix the issue , does anyone know what is the problem.

[@jaszczompglapafinansistaek5814]

Dobrze dla ciebie poszło.

[@brucemclaren-]

Mate my w208 clk 200 has the BAS/ASR light on and the brake lights aren't working. I just replaced the brake light switch but there's no difference. And when in gear it only revs to about 4500 rpm and will occasionally do 5 but just doesn't pull afterwards. liks some kind of limiter is kicking in. is that the limp mode or do i have bigger problems as far as the engine's concerned

[@sabahfathel7052]

thank you... it is like problem... in my car

[@RichardVac]

Thx!

[@eldiablo7024]

Did you have to replace the faulty fan in the bottom of the box?

[@joesnowmobiles]

I should have, but no I have not, I'm planning to though!

[@WhoDeyWildcatsReds]

Does anyone know what the problem usually is on the 2006 ml500? I have the esp indicator on, abs light and the yellow triangle with a "!". The dash is different looking on the video. I'm assuming it's older than 2006. Thanks in advance. Also, I can't seem to find a brake light switch under $100 for it. What's the deal with that??

[@thecynicalafro160]

Same year, but m320 diesel for me. Same issue, but i also have hard steering. Did you find the fix?

[@DJAstroBlack]

I have a 2000 ML320. None of the brake lights work. I have changed the brake light switch, bulbs, regulator and fuse. No rear lights still. The BAS/ESP and ETS lights are one. I took to a mechanic he didn’t have a clue.

[@brucemclaren-]

same problem with my 98 CLK mate

[@SHKDWN79]

Mine was brake pressure sensor under the master cylinder. Unfortunately the threads went when I took it out, needed to replace master cylinder after this. Brake lights came on after replacing and bled brakes

[@alsmith2424]

I've got the same thing happening with my Ml320, could you show that fan that went bad...

[@SCTV59]

Hi. What is the best/economical scanner to reset 2000 ML320 transmission limp mode? Work is done, need clear and reset. Would like a scanner that could be used on my Nissan Sentra as well if possible.

[@figgiefigueroa7372]

I have a ML 500 and it does that.

[@joesnowmobiles]

Hopefully this will help you!

[@figgiefigueroa7372]

@@joesnowmobiles Whats the name of that part?

[@emfarfan]

ESP module. Thanks for the video Joe, unless you talked about the connectors I might have broken getting them off.

[@jesusbreed9843]

Hi Js. What's the name of that part on ebay?

[@sabahfathel7052]

abs control

[@sandymanuel9029]

Hi last week I scanned and it showed P0300 : Random/multiple misfire detected & P0307 : Cylinder 7 misfire detected At close inspection on cylinder 7 there was a noise (chit-chit) & on exhaust misfire thumping sound I DIY the spark plugs & spark plug wires on Cylinder 7 , 7a wire boot broke but somehow were able to remove & replaced the spark plugs. Then used my Launch Creader 3001 & cleared the codes. Today after driving 13-14 miles ; now again the BAS/ESP light is on Not sure what is causing this now? No codes coming in scanner