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Remember if you drive a car like a pu$$y it will be one especially with the adaptive properties of many new ECU/TCU's.
I believe you but the "Sneaky ECU Reset" described above also clears tranny adaptations and makes the car shift much faster. Here's how Jakpro described it in an earlier thread:Originally Posted by TTMotorsports
The tranny reset can be done with SDS and like Victor said it makes the shifting SNAP into gear.Remember if you drive a car like a pu$$y it will be one especially with the adaptive properties of many new ECU/TCU's.
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Anyway proceeded to do some launches and I can really tell a difference in shifts. Someone said it best....feels like the car had a tune up or something.
I COMMAND all of you to try this (well if you are not happy with your current setup). I just know now my car set me up wimpy due to long highway miles after driving back from Klee. Enjoy!!!
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.
I guess what I'm wondering is why Jakpro--or anyone else who has tried both techniques--prefers SDS over the Sneaky ECU reset.Originally Posted by Jakpro1
Figured what the hell, and gave it a shot per the instructions someone posted. I get her out and punch it from a start and it feels weird....a bit unstable. I am like great, I broke something, then I realize it is pulling like a friggin freight train and my a$$ is wiggling. I can't wait til the ECU sets me up this way....maybe better, that would smoke. Anyway proceeded to do some launches and I can really tell a difference in shifts. Someone said it best....feels like the car had a tune up or something.
I COMMAND all of you to try this (well if you are not happy with your current setup). I just know now my car set me up wimpy due to long highway miles after driving back from Klee. Enjoy!!!
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.
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Since we have the SDS we prefer to do the resets with it but if the other option works then I say go for it. Originally Posted by jmf003
I believe you but the "Sneaky ECU Reset" described above also clears tranny adaptations and makes the car shift much faster. Here's how Jakpro described it in an earlier thread:
It unquestionably makes a tremendous difference!
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Hey guys, I have noticed that my 04 CLK55 is lagging from stop position, almost like my great-grand-ma-ma had been driving it for a while. Will this ECU reset thing work for my car too???? 
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Since we have the SDS we prefer to do the resets with it but if the other option works then I say go for it
+1 Since we have the SDS we prefer to do the resets with it but if the other option works then I say go for it
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Hey guys, I have noticed that my 04 CLK55 is lagging from stop position, almost like my great-grand-ma-ma had been driving it for a while. Will this ECU reset thing work for my car too????
Should work great. It does not work on the 63s sadlyHey guys, I have noticed that my 04 CLK55 is lagging from stop position, almost like my great-grand-ma-ma had been driving it for a while. Will this ECU reset thing work for my car too????
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It unquestionably makes a tremendous difference!
Since this ECU re-set does not seem to work on 2007+ models (especially 63 models), is there a way to re-set adaptations through STAR for the 63?Originally Posted by TTMotorsports
Since we have the SDS we prefer to do the resets with it but if the other option works then I say go for it. It unquestionably makes a tremendous difference!
Many people seem to be divided on this..... some say it is possible and very easy to re-set adaptations for the 7-speed through STAR while others say it is not so easy
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I will hook up the SDS machine to an 07+ 63 AMG car and see what options I get in the EGS module as far as adaptations go. I will post the results afterwards. Once the adaptations are reset, elegance will be redefined, power will be unleashed and your E63 legend will be born.
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LOL....... Originally Posted by TTMotorsports
I will hook up the SDS machine to an 07+ 63 AMG car and see what options I get in the EGS module as far as adaptations go. I will post the results afterwards. Once the adaptations are reset, elegance will be redefined, power will be unleashed and your E63 legend will be born.
thanks, I'd really appreciate that I'd be willing to buy a STAR system just for the purpose of re-setting adaptations. I hate it when the car is slugish MB World Stories
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Alright, I got the information for you.
Looks as if the ETC adaptations can be reset for both upshifts and downshifts...
Take a look:
The reset:
Completed:
Looks as if the ETC adaptations can be reset for both upshifts and downshifts...
Take a look:
The reset:
Completed:
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Looks as if the ETC adaptations can be reset for both upshifts and downshifts...
Take a look:
The reset:
Completed:
Great info, very appreciated........ Originally Posted by TTMotorsports
Alright, I got the information for you. Looks as if the ETC adaptations can be reset for both upshifts and downshifts...
Take a look:
The reset:
Completed:
Please ignore my PM
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I think that all 55K cars and other non-AMG MB models allow for a "general" reset of adaptations, not selective on upshifts and downshifts.
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This **** works!!!!
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I use Star also to reset the Adaptions (Star terminology). Simple and works every time vs the other method.
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is star a computer program? i keep seeing it on the forums, but never really looked into. seems like something i gotta buy?
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Interface which works in conjunction with a computer (laptop) which allows access the many of the vehicles internal 'goodies.'Originally Posted by thesheikh
is star a computer program? i keep seeing it on the forums, but never really looked into. seems like something i gotta buy?
Photo of my setup, interface in under laptop (still stays cool) with cables tucked nicely away. Generally they run on old IBM T30s (I found a like new fully loaded for cheap) or an external drive for other computers.
https://mbworld.org/forums/4860859-post410.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...you-using.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/w211-amg/...o-pics-17.html
Member Shardul here has them for a good price plus he is located locally (US) vs China. If you get the right setup you can access MB WIS and EPC-Net (available for free anyhow).
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....You mean Shardul?Originally Posted by pearlpower
Member Sharduh here has them for a good price plus he is located locally (US) vs China.
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LOL, correct, sorry Shardul, no disrespect intended. L and H are not even close on the keyboard. Originally Posted by thesheikh
....You mean Shardul?
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Years ago I had a problem with sluggish performance and MB told me to hold in gear longer before shifing manually at higher RPM's and transmission will adapt to new shift points. Much safer than going around WOT. Not sure it made much difference since the problem was with the supercharger not engaging, but after a few days of shifting manually at higher RPM's the supercharger did start to engage again. Then we decided to replace with a new ECU, so who knows.
Perhaps a dumb question, is there any concern sneaky ECU reset can affect an aftermarket tune?
Perhaps a dumb question, is there any concern sneaky ECU reset can affect an aftermarket tune?
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can anyone post the steps to reset the ECU/TCU adaptations in SDS?
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is there an equivalent using the start stop button - or should I just remove the cover and use the key ?
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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.
I've tried it once and it seemed to work, but there seems to be no substitute for slammin' the throttle and letting the system learn by itself. Welcome others experience.
Will this work on 2014 GL450?Originally Posted by Beowulf
Supposedly, the following procedure works with any "drive by wire" vehicle _without_ having to disconnect the battery: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.
I've tried it once and it seemed to work, but there seems to be no substitute for slammin' the throttle and letting the system learn by itself.
Welcome others experience.
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How about my 2013 GL450?
I might try it anyway, its a good excuse to get the car from my wife and scream down the highway!!!
Chad
I might try it anyway, its a good excuse to get the car from my wife and scream down the highway!!!
Chad
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I've been having some trouble with my system not wanting to connect to the SD box so I was going to see if you might want to or be able to help me fix my situation if you can't Maybe you may know somebody who can I would really love to have my star system back up and working again thanks for any info whether you can help me or not sorry about the punctuation
QUOTE=Jakpro1;3498710]LOL, ya know, I was one of the first to post on this years ago and we've gone round and round so much that I honestly forgot which position it is supposed to be in.
I don't mess with it much anymore as I have a Star and just wipe tranny adapts with Star.
I know FOR SURE it has nothing to do with "not touching" that kickdown switch at the bottom of the pedal so don't worry bout that. Hold her allll the way down.
Biggest thing (IMO) is not to open the door or disturb the car after the reset. Just sit there for 3 mins. If you have a watch, you can time it and you'll here a "click" under the dash. Not sure what exactly happens but she's a whole new beast after that click.
Who would have thought that resetting those tranny adapts would make such a huge impact.[/QUOTE]
QUOTE=Jakpro1;3498710]LOL, ya know, I was one of the first to post on this years ago and we've gone round and round so much that I honestly forgot which position it is supposed to be in.
I don't mess with it much anymore as I have a Star and just wipe tranny adapts with Star.
I know FOR SURE it has nothing to do with "not touching" that kickdown switch at the bottom of the pedal so don't worry bout that. Hold her allll the way down.
Biggest thing (IMO) is not to open the door or disturb the car after the reset. Just sit there for 3 mins. If you have a watch, you can time it and you'll here a "click" under the dash. Not sure what exactly happens but she's a whole new beast after that click.
Who would have thought that resetting those tranny adapts would make such a huge impact.[/QUOTE]
