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Renntech Handheld tuner VIN#?

Old May 11, 2020 | 10:05 AM
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Renntech Handheld tuner VIN#?

Hey guys, I have a Renntech HHT from another G550 owner. The device is 'supposedly' registered to a specific
VIN#. Does anyone know if that's actually the case or whether it can be used regardless of VIN#?

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Old May 11, 2020 | 11:25 AM
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In my experience, once used handhelds are non-transferable and are VIN locked to the first vehicle it's used on. Unless you can find someone in the know who can "reset" it...
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Old May 12, 2020 | 09:20 AM
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I believe there is a fee to unlock and transfer; contact them for details: info@renntechmercedes.com
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Old May 12, 2020 | 09:23 AM
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Thanks, I just did, we will see what they say!
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Old May 12, 2020 | 09:54 AM
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"Hi Craig,

Hope all is well. That hand held would have to stay with your friends truck. They are vin locked, non-transferrable. We do not reset any hand helds.

Pat"
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