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I have the C310 for my BMW and it is a great step up from a generic ODB reader for reading most BMW codes and was thinking about getting one for the MB
I have not seen that brand before, so I don't know what it claims to do or not do. But the iCarsoft seems to generally be the most highly recommend aftermarket reader that is not not STAR. I would do a comparison between the features of each.
If you want to invest for the long run, just get the iCarsoft MBII for $150. It can scan and clear all codes including the transmission control unit codes. The major only thing it cannot do which STAR can is control unit adaptations and programming.
I have had the CLK for 6 years or so without the need for one , so I am not interested in coding or programming; just seeing beyond the ODBII CEL codes as I have a little misfire going on.
The creator C310 obviously reads all ECU codes on my BMW and does some adaptations resets and is the go-to scanner for the X3 forum so I am assuming the nC502 would be similar in abilities. From what I am reading the iCArSoft has a very similar list of features.
The iCarSoft MBII description touts it's ability to set the Electronic Brake system - do we even have such a thing?
I'm not sure either. I think it's more than just ABS
I should have written Electronic Parking Brake, not Electronic Brake
" EPB:Opens and closes the brake pads,Reads and clears EPB/SBC trouble codes, Turns off the ECU and brake warning light,Diagnoses EPB/SBC caliper functionality,
Resets the brake pad thickness service etc. "
sorry to resurrect an old thread but did has anyone since bought the c502 ? its been on the market a while and i feel is competitor for the icarsoft i980
sorry to resurrect an old thread but did has anyone since bought the c502 ? its been on the market a while and i feel is competitor for the icarsoft i980
Cad. XLR, 99 & 05 NSX supercharged,2008 hayabusa Really fast!, wife Rode hard put away wet everytime
Pad warning lights
Originally Posted by DangermouseCLK
I'm not sure either. I think it's more than just ABS
I should have written Electronic Parking Brake, not Electronic Brake
" EPB:Opens and closes the brake pads,Reads and clears EPB/SBC trouble codes, Turns off the ECU and brake warning light,Diagnoses EPB/SBC caliper functionality,
Resets the brake pad thickness service etc. "
why would anyone let their brakes get down so low that the warning light would come on. Mine get less than about 40% and I'm ordering pads, rotors & all the nessecities. Never on any vehicle had a pad warning light com ed on.
Cad. XLR, 99 & 05 NSX supercharged,2008 hayabusa Really fast!, wife Rode hard put away wet everytime
Autel MD 802
Do you guys own a shop or something like this? I find it really hard to believe you own a scan tool for your every day vehicle. Why? If my clk threw codes often enough for me to need a scanner. I'd sell the car right away. My clk500 is a 2005 model. It's never thrown a code. I'm in California so every 2 years it gets slogged. If it had any codes I would know about them.
You have a really wonderful car; 13 years and never a code...… How many miles are logged on it?
I use a scanner;
to check codes causing CEL. Even if I am taking it to the repair shop I like to know what nature of problem the car has
I do some work on the car myself; so a scanner is helpful in tracking down issues and my own screw ups.
My car is modified and I check for readiness before emissions testing yearly
I reset nuisance codes awaiting time for me to fix the cause
If you're not going to do any of the work yourself, I guess a scanner would not be of much benefit. I don't think I have used a scanner on other vehicles I own. I just take my truck into the dealer or repair shop and say "fix it". I could do some work on those other vehicles; I just don't wanna...…
MBZ has always been on the bleeding edge of automotive electronic systems. These cars have many complex systems and sometimes things go wrong. I'm not talking about an MIL (check engine light). There are dozens of components in the car that can throw codes and being able to read those can be a great benefit in tracking down problems. iCarsoft and Autel are reasonable priced and easy to use handheld tools. SDS is more expensive, but includes many other features like WIS (workstation manuals) and EPC (parts diagrams). Also, SDS can do coding.
The W209 CLK, like the W203 C-Class is one of MBZ's simpler cars. Others with more complexities almost require having SDS if you DIY. For example, cars with SBC (Sensatronic Brake Control) must have the system disabled before doing any brake work, and then re-calibrated afterward. Cars with ABC (Active Body Control) can be quite maintenance intensive and SDS is helpful in that. The complex hydraulics and electronic controls on the cabriolet and retractable roof systems sometime need a proper diagnosis by pulling codes. Oh, and with SDS, I was able to re-code the COMAND unit and add backup camera to my SL.
Cad. XLR, 99 & 05 NSX supercharged,2008 hayabusa Really fast!, wife Rode hard put away wet everytime
Originally Posted by Fatz
You have a really wonderful car; 13 years and never a code...… How many miles are logged on it?
I use a scanner;
to check codes causing CEL. Even if I am taking it to the repair shop I like to know what nature of problem the car has
I do some work on the car myself; so a scanner is helpful in tracking down issues and my own screw ups.
My car is modified and I check for readiness before emissions testing yearly
I reset nuisance codes awaiting time for me to fix the cause
If you're not going to do any of the work yourself, I guess a scanner would not be of much benefit. I don't think I have used a scanner on other vehicles I own. I just take my truck into the dealer or repair shop and say "fix it". I could do some work on those other vehicles; I just don't wanna...…
I just turned 80,000 miles I run it pretty hard also. If I take it out somewhere on a road trip. It see's 80 to well over a 100 miles an hour most of any trips.
I use to do all my work on my vehicles. I don't anymore. But, when I take my vehicles into my repair shop. We check the computer to see if there are any code. Neither my CLK500 ot any of my 3 Acura NSX's ever throw codes (ever) now , my dodge sprinter that's another story. It will throw 2 or 3 a year. That Mercedes Benz diesel 6 cylinder is a complete pain. I drive it around all year with one code or another turning my engine light on. I'll stop in every few months. They check to see what it's on for. Turn it off. I'll be on my way. No charge. So I actually have my own code reader. It's just I don't need to pay for it.
I've known my mechanic since we were 12 years old. I'm 68 last sunday.
Cad. XLR, 99 & 05 NSX supercharged,2008 hayabusa Really fast!, wife Rode hard put away wet everytime
I forgot about my brakes. I have changed out my brakes more than once. Front & rear. Once to go to all drilled and slotted rotors with ceramic pads. The second time because they were getting thin. Never had a code flash for them though. Although when they get to about 30 to 35% left. I pull them apart and change everything out. With them being Hat style. They are really easy to pull apart and replace.
Could somebody help me please.
I have a device.
During update I have got an error and after that my PC cant recognize the card and asks me to format it.
Device and update tool doesn't see it too.
Could somebody send me a backup from your C502's microSD, please.
My email is s.podlesnii@gmail.com
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, so I am not interested in coding or programming; just seeing beyond the ODBII CEL codes as I have a little misfire going on.
