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A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van experienced a no-start condition while travelling in New Zealand, leaving the owners stranded in a remote forest.8:40 After a local dealership quoted $2,000 for a potential ignition switch replacement, the owners used Starlink to consult an online forum.9:52 A mechanic identified the likely culprit as a faulty fuel pump relay.11:26 By swapping the existing relays—specifically rotating the starter relay with the wiper relay—the owners successfully started the engine.12:24 They subsequently purchased replacement relays for 48 New Zealand dollars, avoiding the expensive dealership repair.16:52 The troubleshooting process required accessing a complex fuse and relay panel located behind the dashboard.10:25 The owners noted that their experience living on a 44-foot catamaran helped them adapt to the confined space and mechanical troubleshooting required for van life.27:03

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