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Hi my name is Paul and I’m could really use some help.  I own SL 55 AMG which is currently out of warranty.  The other day the battery exploded and discharged battery acid all over wiring harness which now needs to be replaced. No idea what caused this to happen the question is what do I do now given the situation. My service Rep claims this has never happened and cost of repairs is $4000.  He claims the Mercedes will split the cost of repairs with me. I however think I’m being misled, sounds like a manufactures defect to me.  Has anyone ever heard of battery acid leaking and destroying the wiring harness to the vehicle?  If so how should I proceed with Mercedes and my service agent?

i've never had experienced a blown battery before but i think the reason could be the vibration (battery not properly seated) or it could be low on fluid or the ambient temperature is too high or it suffered from overcharging.

recently, did you add water frequently(indicates an overcharged battery)?

overcharging causes excess heat that can buckle and crumble the plates. also, overcharging damages the plates and shortens battery life.
 

please update us on this one. kinda interesting.


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