"Front Left Malfunction Service Required" stays on?

2013 MERCEDES BENZ E350
101,300 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHARLESTUCK
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"Front Left Malfunction Service Required", along with the seat belt symbol, is constantly displayed on my instrument panel. This is displayed whether the seat belt is buckled or not. I turned the ignition switch on and got out of the car and the message was still displayed. I checked the codes but there were "0" codes. Any suggestions?
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Aug 26, 2022 at 10:20 AM
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This code scan will need to be a CAN (controller area network) scan not a normal powertrain. Fortunately, it is easy to do check out this guide and video:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy

It could be the seat belt symbols come on because of the left front warning, you could have a front SAM that is out which is common on these cars. I would think you have a front left strut that needs replacement. Here are the instructions so you can see what needs to be done.
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Aug 26, 2022 at 11:51 AM
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I was told by another mechanic that it has to do with the SRS system, air bags, seat belt, and related sensors?
Sep 19, 2022 at 7:24 PM
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It does and these are controlled by the front SAM unit.
Sep 19, 2022 at 7:25 PM
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I used a iCarsoft i980 scanner and pulled code 9B02. I cleared it and so far there has not been a problem.
Sep 22, 2022 at 10:24 AM
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
Sep 23, 2022 at 11:45 AM