Rear window heater causes radio reception interference - AF67.29-P-1130AG

MODEL 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220 with CODE (352a) COMMAND operating and display system with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS with CODE (750b) MB Audio 30 radio with TP/RDS with CODE (752a) MB Audio 30 radio without TP/RDS with CODE (753a) MB Audio 10 CC radio with TP/RDS with CODE (754) MB Audio 10 CC radio without TP/RDS with CODE (756b) MB Audio 10 CD radio with TP/RDS

MODIFICATION NOTES

23.3.01

Supersedes STIP 82.60-041 dated 15.03.2001

Damage code	Cause	Remedy
67 101 74	Spark gaps can form due to one or more interruptions in the heat conductor leading to interference in the areas specified.	1 Loosen connection lines for rear window heater from rear window.
	Only vehicles with window antenna are affected. When rear window heater is switched on, interference can occur on AM and FM radio as well as TV reception.	2 Connect resistive load (55-60 watt bulb) to these leads.
		If the interference can no longer be heard. ↓ 3 Remove/install/replace rear window.