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Old Feb 17, 2020 | 07:41 PM
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So I bought a 2006 ML 550 that was a theft recovery the EIS was ripped from the dash and damaged plugged it in doesn't recognize the key at all ordered a key and switch from eBay what all do I need to do to get this thing rolling again
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 08:23 AM
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Do you have the original that came with the car?

You should never order keys or EIS from ebay. All parts must be ordered by your vin#. Post your full vin#.
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 09:22 AM
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I do have original but it smells burnt so for what that's worth VIN 4JGBB75E56A021571
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by ljm1715@me.com
I do have original but it smells burnt so for what that's worth VIN 4JGBB75E56A021571
I'm sorry, I meant to say if you had the original key.
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 11:42 AM
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Yes I have the key the originally started the vehicle before theft
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by ljm1715@me.com
Yes I have the key the originally started the vehicle before theft

Then why did you order a key from ebay? It is useless.

Also, EIS replacement is according to vin# What is your full vin#?
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 12:02 PM
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4JGBB75E56A021571 is my VIN ordered it because it came with an EIS and was told I can have the EIS cloned
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 12:13 PM
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Do you have the part number of the EIS that you bought?

Here is copy of your DATA Card.
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 12:37 PM
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these are the numbers on it 1645451008 330.2855 and above the bar code 7008074691606190
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 12:47 PM
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OK at least you have the correct part #. Now what do you intend to do about programing both the key and the EIS?

If you do not install then , M/B will not install and program used parts.

If you do install them, you will have to find someone who can program everything.

In either case, you will have to tow the truck.


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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 12:54 PM
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towing isn't a problem still on my flat bed trailer I found a guy that said I can send him the original eis and the replacement and he can clone it to the new one what do I need to look for a local guy to program it
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 01:00 PM
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I forgot to include the before installation, the data in the old EIS must be extracted and then entered into the new.

Well, I hope everything goes well for you.
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 01:42 PM
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if I buy everything from a salvage ml500 same year eis,key,ecu will that allow the truck to run?
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 01:43 PM
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f I buy everything from a salvage ml500 same year eis,key,ecu will that allow the truck to run if I install them ?
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by ljm1715@me.com
if I buy everything from a salvage ml500 same year eis,key,ecu will that allow the truck to run?

If they are the same part number, then yes.
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 03:08 PM
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Got a matching set eco,eis,and eco as well as the door lock for $200 deal! please see attached pics​​​​​​​

Got a matching set eco,eis,and eco as well as the door lock for $200 deal! please see attached pics
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Old Feb 18, 2020 | 05:21 PM
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As far as I know you cannot reprogram an ECM.
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Great, now you'll just need the matching transmission control unit (inside the transmission) and ISM (shifter) and maybe you'll have a chance it will start and drive. Oh, and the matching radio if you want music. Yep, it's all VIN coded. Did I mention the trans ecu has to be the right part # to match your valve body? If not, you may have shifting issues. Now you'll understand why this ML was such a "good deal" and determined a total loss by the insurance co.

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Originally Posted by ljm1715@me.com
if I buy everything from a salvage ml500 same year eis,key,ecu will that allow the truck to run?
No.
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Nothing like throwing money at a problem without researching 1st.
There are people who will swap the surface mount chip with the vehicle specific info
from one EIS to another, but I don't have contact info...look around.
And that's assuming yours is even correct and not fried.

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