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In regard to the seat sensor, to satisfy readers of this thread I think you need to show the next screen to demonstrate that the "special function" is to disable the sensor. Of course there would still be the issue that you claim this will disable your airbags whereas mine does not. So whether or not you can disable the sensor is moot, really, since disabling the air bags is unacceptable. .
Last edited by bobterry99; 12-11-2019 at 03:58 PM.
In regard to the seat sensor, you need to show the next screen to demonstrate that the "special function" is to disable the sensor. Of course there would still be the issue that you claim this will disable your airbags whereas mine does not. .
2014.07 and 09 are the best versions to have if you have old C3
anyway, you can not use C3 on a later Xentry
but as you see, you are missing special functions
special functions are everywhere on tons of modules
then also, you don't have SCN online nor OFFLINE SCN and Module upgrade fonctions.
This is well known to us. Do note that this is an R230 forum, and a C3 works beautifully for ever model year of this chassis. For later cars, the Chinese offer the "C4 Connect" multiplexer and more recent versions of software which match all of those screenshots you posted for hundreds of dollars less than what you charge.
Originally Posted by pmercury
special functions are everywhere on tons of modules
If desired, Special Functions are available from China. In my case I have access to the engineering menus which offer what is available with Special Functions and considerably more.
Originally Posted by pmercury
...you don't have SCN online nor OFFLINE SCN....
My R230s are MY2003, and SCNs were not introduced at that point. And as stated earlier, if an SCN were needed, this can be had from China. Please pay better attention so that I needn't repeat myself again.
We still do not see how your software benefits maintaining, modifying, or troubleshooting the all-important important ABC. In fact, you have yet to demonstrate a tangible, material advantage of your software for any vehicle system. You've shown that you can disable a seat sensor via Special Functions, but you stated this disables the air bags. It is not an acceptable solution to the challenge you responded to. .
Last edited by bobterry99; 12-11-2019 at 05:38 PM.
but you stated this disables the air bags. It is not an acceptable solution to the challenge you responded to. my fault, as you can see on the screens, it does not turn of airbags when done with special settings (that you do not have)
for the rest, good luck then if you believe what you say
What can i do on my old SL55 with the more $$ system that i can't do with the cheap one?
Your cheap SDS may do more than you realize with tools a dealer tech doesn't have with his SDS.
At the bottom of the main ABC screen you probably have a menu item "Development data". Clicking that opens the engineering menu. From there if you select "Actual values" and then "Complete actual values list" you then have a submenu with eight different screens of statuses and sensor values. They are in German, but using an online translator you can suss the meaning of most of them.
Of particular interest to me are the ABC controller's nine control outputs. You can view all of them on the 6th screen shown below. They may not be particularly helpful for troubleshooting, but they provide invaluable incite into understanding ABC operation. Translating the items:
77. Current to left-rear locking valve
78: Current to right-rear locking valve
79: Current to left-front locking valve
80: Current to right-front locking valve
81. Current to left-rear strut control valve
82: Current to right-rear strut control valve
83: Current to left-front strut control valve
84: Current to right-front strut control valve
85: Current to pump striction valve
All of these currents as well as any of the other analog values can be charted in real time using keys F3 and F4. You can also create your own lists of actual values and populate them with only the items you choose. In this manner you can choose to view only the values of interest and have them all on one screen.
Last edited by bobterry99; 12-12-2019 at 01:50 AM.
Absolutely
Developper is above Dealership, only intended for Germany MB Engineer, that is why it is German only
I don't have a problem as I read German also But you have phone apps that translate text instantly onscreen with you camera
Developer mode was what we found the highest level, but last 2 years we found even more options and they where depending on the licence key + little trick
...we found even more options and they where depending on the licence key + little trick
My software has every screen you show and the appearance of each is identical. I presume my software matches yours in functionality.
Originally Posted by bobterry99
Suppose you have Milazzo's '03 SL500 and the SRS malfunction light is illuminated in the instrument cluster. A Quick Test reveals code B1315 set in the air bag controller: the child seat recognition sensor is faulty.
I was faced with this actual problem with an '03 '500 I used to own. I used the engineering menus for the air bag controller to program the seat recognition sensor out of the system.
My software has every screen you show and the appearance of each is identical. I presume my software matches yours in functionality.
I was faced with this actual problem with an '03 '500 I used to own. I used the engineering menus for the air bag controller to program the seat recognition sensor out of the system.
We've been down this road before more than once. It's true that my c. $25 software does not have Special Functions and some other capabilities which I have never needed in more than a decade. But (1) what I lack can be had from China cheap, and (2) much or most of what you do with Special Functions I can do through the engineering menus. Exhibit A: Coding-out a child seat recognition sensor.
To keep my posts brief I passed over some points. I revisit what pmercury wrote to danmm7:
Originally Posted by pmercury
Only understanding that you run outdated firmware on your ME9.7 engine ecu, transmission and some other modules should be enough.
Changes are very significant
I could be mistaken, but I am certain danmm7 does not have Bosch ME9.7 engine management; he probably has ME 2.8. You have no idea what firmwares are running throughout his vehicle. Consequently, you can not predict what benefits would accrue if the latest firmwares were installed. And it's entirely plausible that an older version of firmware is more desirable than newer. To wit, consider that a 1992 500SL engine makes 322 horsepower while a 1993 makes 315.
Last edited by bobterry99; 12-12-2019 at 09:17 AM.
My software has every screen you show and the appearance of each is identical. I presume my software matches yours in functionality.
I was faced with this actual problem with an '03 '500 I used to own. I used the engineering menus for the air bag controller to program the seat recognition sensor out of the system.
You just wrote this in the post before, you have Alzheimer ?
Pmercury has done a considerable disservice to himself with his behaviour here. The longer the thread continues the worse it will get for him.
In no post have I cast aspersions upon the software offering from pmercury. My complaint is with his unscrupulous mischaracterization of his competition from China and the way he misinforms members to promote his product.
After many posts I have a confession to make: Matching wits with pmercury has been like shooting fish in a barrel and truly been a guilty pleasure. .
Last edited by bobterry99; 12-14-2019 at 10:52 PM.
This may be my final post unless the subject matter returns to diagnostic tools for the R230. An analogy:
You are shopping for a calculator at Walmart to figure your taxes. You choose a fairly sophisticated one made in China for $10. With that a pompous man-child appears and announces himself as the Math Ninja. He tells you your choice is junk. He declares you need his $50 calculator which performs math on imaginary-complex numbers and evaluates hyperbolic trigonometric functions. When you ask how his calculator with its esoteric features will help you figure your taxes better, he is speachless...
2005 R 230 SL350 (M112 3.7). Sold the 1966 W113 230SL recently
And meanwhile, my Icarsoft MBII has been very helpful in finding a loose temp sensor in my overhead console, and checking it (in situ) after soldering one of its loosened spider legs. As long as my car keeps behaving well, I won’t be investing in any tooling.
One consolation this forum has been giving me, is that our mostly cool climate at least postpones many of the heat/UV related problems that seem to plague you sun drenched boys.
Contact member @pmercury and have talk with him about a complete Xentry install. Total cost incl. C4 multiplexer, less than $800, and you will be able to do more than your MB workshop can.
I went the DIY route with a blown out Panasonic tough book and tried to fend for myself down here in San Juan Puerto Rico. I had zero prior experience. Yes it was the knock off and all of that. I became a PMercury convert and haven’t looked back since. I can’t believe the world we live in now. A person across the Atlantic can code my car online via my laptop. The amount of time that saves is incredibly beneficial to my happiness with an older MB. I wouldn’t be driving my CL600 or SL55 unless it was for that ability. My dealer down here won’t touch a car over five years old unless it’s been dealer purchased and serviced with them. Pmercury is the man. Invaluable to me and the MBWorld forum.
I 3rd that recommendation for those who don't care about the scruples of those they deal with and for whom money is no object. If you do not meet that criteria and desire remote help, I recommend Paul600600 from Benworld. His contributions are all over this thread: https://www.benzworld.org/threads/go...today.2315329/. I am certain he is located in Germany.
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