Star Diagnosis coding for Date in cluster and key dependency
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Star Diagnosis coding for Date in cluster and key dependency
So I have had my 07 C350 for about 6 years now and finally got my own MUX and copy of DAS. I did this primarily to do my own maintenance, but I also wanted to tinker. I wanted to enable the date on the cluster. I searched and searched, lots of mentions of it, but no clear "how tos".
Also, one thing that has bugged my about the face lifted cars is the removal of key dependency. I installed the digital climatronic and expected to see the temp change with each key. Nope. I really want the seats to move when the key is inserted, why should I have to hold a button because my car is newer?!?
I finally figured it out with the help of Bing translator. Hint, I had to use a translator because I could only find the options in Star Developer Mode.
The options are located in the Instrument Cluster Module. My screen captures in the attachment should guide you through step by step.
The date will show up right away after resetting the ECU (see the other document I attached about resetting the ECU) in the odometer screen. For key dependency to work after activating, you need to turn it on in the convenience menu settings. Have fun.
Also, one thing that has bugged my about the face lifted cars is the removal of key dependency. I installed the digital climatronic and expected to see the temp change with each key. Nope. I really want the seats to move when the key is inserted, why should I have to hold a button because my car is newer?!?
I finally figured it out with the help of Bing translator. Hint, I had to use a translator because I could only find the options in Star Developer Mode.
The options are located in the Instrument Cluster Module. My screen captures in the attachment should guide you through step by step.
The date will show up right away after resetting the ECU (see the other document I attached about resetting the ECU) in the odometer screen. For key dependency to work after activating, you need to turn it on in the convenience menu settings. Have fun.
Last edited by jrsmith_68; Jan 8, 2013 at 11:47 PM.
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Thanks you. 
I have tried to figure the date thing out quite a few times without success. I did enable Key Dependency quite a while ago though. Isn't STAR fantastic 
Curious, what version of DAS are you running?I will add this to the Wiki if you don't mind?
So I have had my 07 C350 for about 6 years now and finally got my own MUX and copy of DAS. I did this primarily to do my own maintenance, but I also wanted to tinker. I wanted to enable the date on the cluster. I searched and searched, lots of mentions of it, but no clear "how tos".
Also, one thing that has bugged my about the face lifted cars is the removal of key dependency. I installed the digital climatronic and expected to see the temp change with each key. Nope. I really want the seats to move when the key is inserted, why should I have to hold a button because my car is newer?!?
I finally figured it out with the help of Bing translator. Hint, I had to use a translator because I could only find the options in Star Developer Mode.
The options are located in the Instrument Cluster Module. My screen captures in the attachment should guide you through step by step.
The date will show up right away after resetting the ECU (see the other document I attached about resetting the ECU) in the odometer screen. For key dependency to work after activating, you need to turn it on in the convenience menu settings. Have fun.
Also, one thing that has bugged my about the face lifted cars is the removal of key dependency. I installed the digital climatronic and expected to see the temp change with each key. Nope. I really want the seats to move when the key is inserted, why should I have to hold a button because my car is newer?!?
I finally figured it out with the help of Bing translator. Hint, I had to use a translator because I could only find the options in Star Developer Mode.
The options are located in the Instrument Cluster Module. My screen captures in the attachment should guide you through step by step.
The date will show up right away after resetting the ECU (see the other document I attached about resetting the ECU) in the odometer screen. For key dependency to work after activating, you need to turn it on in the convenience menu settings. Have fun.
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Great info here, thanks JR.
I also recently got my hands on a MUX and 07/2012 DAS and have been searching for tutorials. So far, I've found/tried the attached but only succeeded in activating Netherlands mode. Can't remember who posted these but shout to you as well sir.
I also recently got my hands on a MUX and 07/2012 DAS and have been searching for tutorials. So far, I've found/tried the attached but only succeeded in activating Netherlands mode. Can't remember who posted these but shout to you as well sir.
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Great info here, thanks JR.
I also recently got my hands on a MUX and 07/2012 DAS and have been searching for tutorials. So far, I've found/tried the attached but only succeeded in activating Netherlands mode. Can't remember who posted these but shout to you as well sir.
I also recently got my hands on a MUX and 07/2012 DAS and have been searching for tutorials. So far, I've found/tried the attached but only succeeded in activating Netherlands mode. Can't remember who posted these but shout to you as well sir.
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When selecting manufacture date 'Up to 08-2003' the menu option for Tire Pressure Loss Warner does not appear, but when selecting 'From 09-2003 to to 12/2007' that menu does in fact appear.
So the criteria is the vehicle manufacture date must be from 09-2003 and no earlier.
John - is there a section in the Wiki that specifically relates to programming things in DAS?
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