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Old Jan 14, 2020 | 09:34 AM
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hello, I changed the bumper of my 2005 sl for a rear bumper of sl63. The installation has been to remove the original and install the bumper of Mercedes SL63. the problem I have is that the bumper is from a donor car, when installing the bumper the parking sensors do not work, inside the vehicle on the screen the two red lines on the sensor screen remain on for 10 seconds and after that time the screen turns off and the sensors stop working. Could it be that the problem is a broken sensor? How can I know which sensor is broken? thanks
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Old Jan 14, 2020 | 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Ivan750
Could it be that the problem is a broken sensor?
My guess is "yes".

Originally Posted by Ivan750
How can I know which sensor is broken?
You've read enough of my posts to know what my response is to this question. But if you are not sure, then scroll down...
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Star Diagnosis! You can obtain one for as little as $250 or possibly even $200.

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Old Jan 14, 2020 | 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Ivan750
hello, I changed the bumper of my 2005 sl for a rear bumper of sl63. The installation has been to remove the original and install the bumper of Mercedes SL63. the problem I have is that the bumper is from a donor car, when installing the bumper the parking sensors do not work, inside the vehicle on the screen the two red lines on the sensor screen remain on for 10 seconds and after that time the screen turns off and the sensors stop working. Could it be that the problem is a broken sensor? How can I know which sensor is broken? thanks
Hi !
You can test parkings sensors like this:


Ohms might be different from one model to another but if you test all you will find the failing

Keep in mind that there are calibration settings in Xentry/DAS
not that you need that but just know that calibration distance settings are there also




There are many choices for DAS/Xentry Diagnostics for MB.
Ensure you have the right information before getting one. There is too much misleading info.
I’m a forum member and programmer who’s learned the hard way. PM me if you have any questions.

Last edited by pmercury; Jan 20, 2020 at 04:44 PM.
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Old Jan 14, 2020 | 12:09 PM
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I replied to your PM, Ivan. The choice of Star Diagnosis System fundamentally begins with deciding whether or not one that will work only with cars c. 2014 and older will suffice.
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Old Jan 14, 2020 | 04:55 PM
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Old Jan 15, 2020 | 02:40 AM
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Originally Posted by bobterry99
My guess is "yes".

You've read enough of my posts to know what my response is to this question. But if you are not sure, then scroll down...
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Star Diagnosis! You can obtain one for as little as $250 or possibly even $200.
I am ready to buy one. Would you be kind enough to point me to one of these?
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Old Jan 15, 2020 | 03:46 AM
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Would you be kind enough to point me to one of these?
A basic system will work on all models through c. 2014. You have to first decide if that meets your needs, or do you wish to pay a $100-$150 premium for a system that works with newer cars as well. You also have to decide whether you will buy a Dell D630 laptop from eBay for $50 to run the software or use a PC of your choosing. Once this is known to me, I can suggest search parameters for locating what you seek on aliexpress.com.

I've just learned of a new option for Mercedes diagnostics: a Foxwell NT510 Elite. A member on this thread has one and has used it to perform in-depth diagnostics of his ABC system. This remarkable $130 device may closely rival Star Diagnosis in its capabilities and is something I want to learn more about.
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Old Jan 15, 2020 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by bobterry99
A basic system will work on all models through c. 2014. You have to first decide if that meets your needs, or do you wish to pay a $100-$150 premium for a system that works with newer cars as well. You also have to decide whether you will buy a Dell D630 laptop from eBay for $50 to run the software or use a PC of your choosing. Once this is known to me, I can suggest search parameters for locating what you seek on aliexpress.com.

I've just learned of a new option for Mercedes diagnostics: a Foxwell NT510 Elite. A member on this thread has one and has used it to perform in-depth diagnostics of his ABC system. This remarkable $130 device may closely rival Star Diagnosis in its capabilities and is something I want to learn more about.
I have a 07 ML320 and 06 SL55. I am planning to get a 16 or 17 E class in the spring. I would like to run on on my own laptop. I see some come with hard drives. Do you boot onto them or just run software off them?

That Foxwell unit is interesting. I would like to hear from someone who has used them both.
Thank you for your help.
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