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Tranny ECU reset

Old May 17, 2006 | 12:55 AM
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Tranny ECU reset

Tried this tip from my E55 brothers on our ML55s. Both seem to respond a bit better. Anyone else want to give it a try Please post your results.

1. Turn the ignition key to the on (not start) position.

2. Press the gas pedal to the floor and hold for five seconds.

3. Turn the key to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.

4. Wait at least two minutes for ECU to reset.


the thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/148019-holy-crap-you-guys-sneaky-ecu-reset-works.html
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Old May 17, 2006 | 02:59 AM
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would this work on all the ML 320 430 and 500 or only the 55
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Old May 17, 2006 | 02:11 PM
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why would you want to reset your tranny. Doesnt it have to go thru the whole learning process again?
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Old May 17, 2006 | 02:25 PM
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tranny isn't always perfect. periodically, it wants to hock a luggee and may
exhibit harsh down shifting. if end user has the ability to erase in the field
vs taking to dealer, this is a definite plus. also, one may periodically feel
the urge to test the performance characteristics of the car/engine/trans-
mission eg how low an ET. in other words, you're feeling your oats. having
the ability to clear is quick and easy.

in other words, it is not required action, but it can be overwhelming convenient,
under certain circumstances....and a huge time saver.
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Old May 17, 2006 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ///AMG55
why would you want to reset your tranny. Doesnt it have to go thru the whole learning process again?
Yes, it does. Thank God. It felt like a slug since my wife is the primary driver. I drove it a bit yesterday and it feels so much better after the reset. I tried the reset on my dad's ML55 yesterday. Of course, he can't tell the difference.
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Originally Posted by MBfan89
would this work on all the ML 320 430 and 500 or only the 55
My sister/bro-in-law has a ML500; I'll pass it along to them and see if they notice anything. I have been borrowing their 208 clk320 and tried it. Seemed to work for that
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Old May 21, 2006 | 10:16 PM
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I am thinking that it worked for me. Not sure if it is just my imagination, but, I had a very slight surging issue at just off idle speeds. That seems to be gone now
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 01:53 AM
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Originally Posted by ///AMG55
why would you want to reset your tranny. Doesnt it have to go thru the whole learning process again?
interesting how this reset worked out so well for this person ----> link
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