Reprogramming TCM / TCU 2001 S500

07-22-2021, 12:05 PM

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Brian McL

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Reprogramming TCM / TCU 2001 S500

I need to replace a TCM. Does a replacement from a compatible donor car need to be reprogrammed ?

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07-22-2021, 01:33 PM

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Not if the part number is good for your car by VIN.

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07-22-2021, 11:00 PM

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Thanks Wally. How do I check if the part number is good for the VIN?

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07-22-2021, 11:39 PM

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Mercedes

Take out your tcm
and look at the part number printed on it

buy that same part number on eBay

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