๐ฉ 2003โ2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Rear SAM Control Module & Fuse Box โ OEM
Part Number: A 026 545 34 32 (0265453432)
Common Name: Rear Signal Acquisition & Actuation Module (SAM)
Location: Rear Trunk Compartment (Behind Right-Side Trim)
Vehicle Removed From: 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Roadster (R230)
VIN: WDBSK75F93F018957
Condition: Tested โข Cleaned & Sanitized โข 30 Day Warranty โข Free Returns
๐ง Item Description
Genuine Mercedes-Benz OEM Rear SAM Control Module.
Fits R230 SL-Class models for the 2003โ2012 production range.
This module acts as the electrical hub for the rear of the vehicle, managing the fuel pump signal, fuel level sender, tail lights, trunk lid locking/closing assist, and rear antenna signals.
Includes the complete fuse and relay distribution panel as pictured.
โ Functionality & Testing
โ๏ธ Lighting & Signals: Tested in a live donor vehicle; verified correct operation of all rear lighting circuits (Brake, Turn, Reverse, Fog).
โ๏ธ Fuel System: Verified accurate signal processing for the fuel level sending unit and power delivery to the fuel pump relay.
โ๏ธ Trunk Logic: Tested for successful communication with the trunk latch and soft-close vacuum system.
โ๏ธ Diagnostic Check: Scanned with professional diagnostic tools; verified 100% CAN-bus communication and zero internal microprocessor faults.
โ๏ธ Electrical: All multi-pin ports and harness connectors are clean, bright, and free of bent pins.
๐งผ Condition & Inspection
Professionally cleaned and sanitized.
โ ๏ธ Water Damage Inspection: Rigorously inspected for the most common R230 failure: zero moisture damage. Rear SAMs are frequently ruined by trunk seal leaks; this unit has a pristine, dry circuit board with no signs of corrosion.
Housing: The plastic mounting frame and locking tabs are fully intact.
Fuses/Relays: Comes populated with a set of tested relays. Note: Please verify your specific fuse map to match your vehicle's option codes.
๐ Vehicle Compatibility Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)
2003โ2006 SL500
2007โ2009 SL550
2003โ2011 SL600
2003โ2008 SL55 AMG
2009โ2012 SL63 AMG
2005โ2011 SL65 AMG
โ ๏ธ Important Fitment Note: While this is a direct physical replacement, used SAM modules may require "version coding" using a Star Diagnosis (SDS) system to properly recognize your vehicle's specific equipment (e.g., Satellite Radio, Parktronic, or specific tail light styles).
โ๏ธ Features & Benefits
OEM Reliability: Essential for resolving common R230 issues like incorrect fuel gauge readings, non-functional tail lights, or "dead" trunk accessories.
Direct Fit: Designed specifically for the R230 trunk electronics bay.
Genuine Quality: Engineered by Mercedes-Benz to ensure correct current distribution and module sleep-cycle behavior to prevent battery drain.
๐ก๏ธ Warranty & Returns
โ๏ธ 30 Day Warranty โ Guaranteed electronic and signal functionality.
โ๏ธ Free Returns โ Shop with total confidence.
โ๏ธ Tested & Cleaned