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Car Starter Relay Replacement Service

How much does a Car Starter Relay Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz S500 Car Starter Relay Replacement is $115 with $20 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2002 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$155.75Shop/Dealer Price$183.44 - $227.14
2003 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$135.75Shop/Dealer Price$163.47 - $207.19
1998 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$146.97Shop/Dealer Price$177.50 - $229.63
2004 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$135.75Shop/Dealer Price$163.43 - $207.12
1996 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$146.97Shop/Dealer Price$177.52 - $229.68
2000 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$146.97Shop/Dealer Price$177.50 - $229.63
2001 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$140.75Shop/Dealer Price$168.23 - $211.77
1999 Mercedes-Benz S500V8-5.0LService typeCar Starter Relay ReplacementEstimate$151.97Shop/Dealer Price$182.91 - $235.35
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What is the Starter Relay all about?

When you turn the key in your car’s ignition, a circuit is completed in the ignition switch. That electrical connection provides power to the starter relay, which then switches from its off position to ‘on’ for as long as the key is held in the start position. The starter relay passes power from the car battery to the starter solenoid, and the starter motor engages to start your car. If the starter relay sticks or fails while it is in the off position, your vehicle will not start or even click when the key is turned, although the interior accessories will still function. If the starter fails while turning the key, and is stuck in the on position, the starter will stay engaged with the transmission flywheel. Damage can occur to the transmission flywheel, the starter, the relay, and the circuit.

Keep in mind:

  • If your car isn’t starting, the starter relay is not necessarily at fault. There are several parts, including the battery, that can present the same symptoms as a failed starter relay.
  • Disconnect the car battery when servicing any electrical part to prevent damage or injury.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle battery is disconnected
  • The defective starter relay is removed
  • The new starter relay is installed
  • The vehicle battery is reconnected
  • The vehicle is started and checked for starter relay operation

Our recommendation:

The starter relay will likely last the lifetime of your vehicle, and does not require servicing. If the starter relay fails, or if you believe it is not working properly, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose it.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Starter Relay?

  • Car won’t start or turn over
  • Engine intermittently turns over and starts
  • Starter motor stays engaged all the time

How important is this service?

A working starter relay is necessary for the proper operation your car. You won’t be able to start your car if the starter relay fails, so you will have no choice but to fix the relay before using your vehicle again.

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VERY satisfied! Jessie arrived on time, did a WONDERFUL job replacing ALL 4 air struts on a 15 year old Mercedes S class. He was neat, polite, and kept us informed on his progress. He guesstimated it would take around 5 hours and that turned out to be quite accurate. Will absolutely use him again!

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Mercedes-Benz S500 V8-5.0L - Serpentine/Drive Belt - Austin, Texas
Patrick is awesome! He's always on-time, he is patient with you while explaining the work he's going to perform, and he's always honest. I highly recommend Patrick to anyone who needs work on their vehicle.

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Mercedes-Benz S500 V8-5.0L - Oil Change - Naples, Florida
He came on time and did his work very good.Thank you.

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Mercedes-Benz S500 V8-5.0L - Brake Pads Replacement (Rear) - San Francisco, California
Tam is the consummate professional in my opinion. He called in advance, inquired if I would be requiring additional service; he directed me to the website where I could revise my work order to include additional service. When he arrived, Tam explained what he would do, ensuing me that he would contact me immediately should his work go beyond the parameters agreed upon at the outset.

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