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Mack is helpful in some respects to people ... I've talked to him on other forums attempting to diagnosis certain issues, and he and I are on the same technical forum for Xentry which I assume is where most of his information comes from. The problem is Mack keeps a lot of information close to the vest, likely because he makes a business out of it, which is contrary to the purpose of these forums. I remember him asking me for an 06 firmware version for NTG1 which I sent, then not responding when I asked him for his "08" version he supposedly received from his "friend" at Harman/Becker... when in reality it came from MHH, and where I received mine from in the same thread he downloaded it.
Selling Xentry and multiplexors is very illegal though, by the way. You shouldn't **** people off when you're doing that on a very public forum.
But since Mack is being a tool in this latest series of posts, and I'm relatively new here vs Benzworld, I'm happy to tell anyone how to do the following mods through Xentry for free. Just PM me.
When I get the chance, I'll do write ups by section. It's not magic. It's just knowledge. Share it.
E-Class W211 / CLS W219
Air Conditioning:
– Turning on the HVAC to show the fan speed when on Auto
– Enable MAX COOL (Thermotronic only) in display
– Enable RECIRC on at speeds lower than 30 km/h / 8 mph
– Switch to Hot Country for faster cooling
– Enable “Hot Country” Level 2 for more cold air faster
– Change to allow fan speed adjustment on defrost
– Change amount of basic air circulation
– Change setting of outer air circulation position flaps
– Enable AC-OFF setting in combination with defrost and/or auto. Defrost off = AC Off (Default defrost off = AC On)
– Set stationary heater setting to “custom”
– Air circulation without auto switch off
Cluster Instrument:
– Enable fuel tank capacity in cluster display
– Date and time in additional display page
– Activation of navigation and telephone menu after retrofit
– Deactivation seat belt beep and/or seat belt symbol
– Deactivation seat belt pictogram in display
– Activation trailer loss warning
– Change distance co-efficient after changed tire size
– Activation diesel pre-glow pictogram on diesel engine vehicle
– Deactivation of “Please refill” pictogram on facelift models when reaching 1/2 of tank reserve
– Deactivation of engine control lamp
– Activation of engine fault pictogram
– Activation/Deactivation of battery control unit warning pictogram (comfort function level 1)
– Activation/Deactivation pictogram “Power Lock Emergency Unlock Active” after accident/rollover
– Deactivation of particle filter (Diesel vehicles only)
– Activation “Curvmatic” (Navigation/CI tells you verbally/visible that you’re approaching a curve too fast)
– Audio Menu (Station or Frequency change via steering wheel up/down button)
– Activation of “Fold-in Mirror” menu on MY2005 vehicles
– Adjusting of fuel consumption display
– Deactivation “Remove Key” pictogram and/or beep
– Deactivation “Switch Lights Off” pictogram and/or beep
– Deactivation “SOS Warning Message”
– Activation “power spikes pictogram
COMAND NTG1:
– Activation “Curvmatic” (Navigation/CI tells you verbally/visible that you’re approaching a curve too fast)
– Activation of DVD/TV video in motion (ECE COMAND APS NTG1 only)
– Change “Follow up time” of auto shut off time
– AMG boot up logo
– Activation of navigation after retrofit
– Activation of telephone after retrofit
– Software update SW 28/08
Anti-Theft-Alarm:
– Activation after retrofit
– Change of country settings
– Change volume alarm buzzer
– Change volume lock/unlock buzzer
– Change count of beeps when locking
– Change count of beeps when unlocking
– Change count of beeps when locked but one door is incorrectly closed
– Deactivation of interior motion sensor when sunroof closes automatically when it rains
AIRmatic:
– Lowering
– Calibrating if car stands cricket
Lighting:
– Activation of both rear fog lights
– Activation of cornering lights (MY2004 and newer only)
– Change of turn-on instant of low beam at dawn
– Change brightness of foot well lights during driving (Elegance and Avantgarde only)
Sunroof and Doors:
– Activation of memory feature sunroof
– Activation “Sunroof closes automatically when it rains”
– Activation of “Close windows and sunroof” with infrared key
– Recalibration jam guard sunroof
Engine:
– Deactivation of catalytic converter when sports catalytic converter is put in
– Deactivation of second catalytic converter lambda sensor when sports catalytic converter is put in
– Reset of “Mass Average Adaptation Data” on OM642 engines (after Air Filter Replacement)
– Initializing of throttle valve when changed
– Increase MAX SPEED to 160 mph (AMG only)
Miscellaneous:
– Activation of Tire Pressure Loss Warning
– Activation of Euro spec headlights/taillights turn on when unlocking car
– Change volume of Parktronic
– Change interval of headlight cleaning system
– Activation of seat ventilation “Summer Opening” (driver and passenger)
– Recalibration of rain sensor
– Reset SBC brake counter
ESP/Brake:
– Enable SBC-S and SBC-H
AMG Only:
– Designo Sound: Deeper, more aggressive sound from your AMG Engine and Exhaust System
Originally Posted by equitiesguy
This thread looks like it derailed from its original purpose. I've been very familiar with BMW's INPA/NCS Expert for years with my V12s, and over the last year I've learned quite a bit about Mercedes Xentry. There's nothing magical about it, or developer mode if you read German but you can screw things up severely. You rarely, if ever, need to go into developer mode to do most "mods" if you have offline programming enabled. I run a real STAR C4, but there's numerous chinese companies that sell multiplexors of quality. Read reviews. Most of the chipsets or boards used are manufacturered in china anyway, even in the real Mercedes systems.Mack is helpful in some respects to people ... I've talked to him on other forums attempting to diagnosis certain issues, and he and I are on the same technical forum for Xentry which I assume is where most of his information comes from. The problem is Mack keeps a lot of information close to the vest, likely because he makes a business out of it, which is contrary to the purpose of these forums. I remember him asking me for an 06 firmware version for NTG1 which I sent, then not responding when I asked him for his "08" version he supposedly received from his "friend" at Harman/Becker... when in reality it came from MHH, and where I received mine from in the same thread he downloaded it.
Selling Xentry and multiplexors is very illegal though, by the way. You shouldn't **** people off when you're doing that on a very public forum.
But since Mack is being a tool in this latest series of posts, and I'm relatively new here vs Benzworld, I'm happy to tell anyone how to do the following mods through Xentry for free. Just PM me.
When I get the chance, I'll do write ups by section. It's not magic. It's just knowledge. Share it.
E-Class W211 / CLS W219
Air Conditioning:
– Turning on the HVAC to show the fan speed when on Auto
– Enable MAX COOL (Thermotronic only) in display
– Enable RECIRC on at speeds lower than 30 km/h / 8 mph
– Switch to Hot Country for faster cooling
– Enable “Hot Country” Level 2 for more cold air faster
– Change to allow fan speed adjustment on defrost
– Change amount of basic air circulation
– Change setting of outer air circulation position flaps
– Enable AC-OFF setting in combination with defrost and/or auto. Defrost off = AC Off (Default defrost off = AC On)
– Set stationary heater setting to “custom”
– Air circulation without auto switch off
Cluster Instrument:
– Enable fuel tank capacity in cluster display
– Date and time in additional display page
– Activation of navigation and telephone menu after retrofit
– Deactivation seat belt beep and/or seat belt symbol
– Deactivation seat belt pictogram in display
– Activation trailer loss warning
– Change distance co-efficient after changed tire size
– Activation diesel pre-glow pictogram on diesel engine vehicle
– Deactivation of “Please refill” pictogram on facelift models when reaching 1/2 of tank reserve
– Deactivation of engine control lamp
– Activation of engine fault pictogram
– Activation/Deactivation of battery control unit warning pictogram (comfort function level 1)
– Activation/Deactivation pictogram “Power Lock Emergency Unlock Active” after accident/rollover
– Deactivation of particle filter (Diesel vehicles only)
– Activation “Curvmatic” (Navigation/CI tells you verbally/visible that you’re approaching a curve too fast)
– Audio Menu (Station or Frequency change via steering wheel up/down button)
– Activation of “Fold-in Mirror” menu on MY2005 vehicles
– Adjusting of fuel consumption display
– Deactivation “Remove Key” pictogram and/or beep
– Deactivation “Switch Lights Off” pictogram and/or beep
– Deactivation “SOS Warning Message”
– Activation “power spikes pictogram
COMAND NTG1:
– Activation “Curvmatic” (Navigation/CI tells you verbally/visible that you’re approaching a curve too fast)
– Activation of DVD/TV video in motion (ECE COMAND APS NTG1 only)
– Change “Follow up time” of auto shut off time
– AMG boot up logo
– Activation of navigation after retrofit
– Activation of telephone after retrofit
– Software update SW 28/08
Anti-Theft-Alarm:
– Activation after retrofit
– Change of country settings
– Change volume alarm buzzer
– Change volume lock/unlock buzzer
– Change count of beeps when locking
– Change count of beeps when unlocking
– Change count of beeps when locked but one door is incorrectly closed
– Deactivation of interior motion sensor when sunroof closes automatically when it rains
AIRmatic:
– Lowering
– Calibrating if car stands cricket
Lighting:
– Activation of both rear fog lights
– Activation of cornering lights (MY2004 and newer only)
– Change of turn-on instant of low beam at dawn
– Change brightness of foot well lights during driving (Elegance and Avantgarde only)
Sunroof and Doors:
– Activation of memory feature sunroof
– Activation “Sunroof closes automatically when it rains”
– Activation of “Close windows and sunroof” with infrared key
– Recalibration jam guard sunroof
Engine:
– Deactivation of catalytic converter when sports catalytic converter is put in
– Deactivation of second catalytic converter lambda sensor when sports catalytic converter is put in
– Reset of “Mass Average Adaptation Data” on OM642 engines (after Air Filter Replacement)
– Initializing of throttle valve when changed
– Increase MAX SPEED to 160 mph (AMG only)
Miscellaneous:
– Activation of Tire Pressure Loss Warning
– Activation of Euro spec headlights/taillights turn on when unlocking car
– Change volume of Parktronic
– Change interval of headlight cleaning system
– Activation of seat ventilation “Summer Opening” (driver and passenger)
– Recalibration of rain sensor
– Reset SBC brake counter
ESP/Brake:
– Enable SBC-S and SBC-H
AMG Only:
– Designo Sound: Deeper, more aggressive sound from your AMG Engine and Exhaust System
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I wasn't trying to argue with you, rather simply trying to understand the discrepancy. I don't use the star at the shop for much bc I don't want the liability, simply scanning cars to get to the bottom of things. (no modifying / coding ppl's cars etc). I've only used the star on my own vehicles and a couple trusted friends to do any sort of changes (enabling bluetooth after adding the module in a w211, adjusting ride height on my own 2011 e550 etc). Originally Posted by Mackhack
I'd say you should buy it and find out since you don't believe what I said and rather question it. He's using a modified file to make the software believe it's a C4. I could tell you where it is but do you really want to work with a half *** cooked system as a professional with a trusted repair shop? Not even on my own cars I'd do that. Why so hesitant? It's like a carpenter who doesn't want to buy a real hammer but rather uses a stone to drive nails into the wood.
In the past year we've upgraded our household to 2013 MY vehicles so I'm trying to figure out the best upgrade path, since apparently my current setup is essentially either obsolete or on its last legs when it comes to those cars. You left out the "modified file" part at first, and I was just trying to figure out the truth between conflicting information.... Do you personally sell these setups? LMK...
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Is there a standard code for reset the sbc brakes?, the c4 says it need a code for the reset
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Getting the count is a good thing, resetting is illadviced as you will not be able to stop effectively when the SBC unit dies. Originally Posted by larsianer
Is there a standard code for reset the sbc brakes?, the c4 says it need a code for the reset
Directions I found somewhere:
W211 SBC count check or reset
Start engine. (Note: Engine does not need to be running to only obtain count. Engine must be running if resetting the count.)
Start xentry, go through menus for your vehicle and go to:
Control units
Chassis
SBC sensotronic brake control
Development data
Actuations (should be at the bottom of the menu so scroll if necessary)
Complete index of Actuations
Break: To only get the count, look for and select “Bremsenzaehler (DF_GetBrLiveTime)”. This returns the total count to date. Stop here if only getting the count and back out of the menu using the F1 key. Continue if you wish to reset.
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What's a life worth? Either you have the money to replace your SBC ($1100 through me with my discount) unit or you shouldn't drive this car. Resetting it is the dumbest thing one can do. You, your passengers and everyone around you is in danger.
You'll be able to come to a stop with about 25% brake power under good conditions if you get the warning and beeping. You'll never be on the road with 0 brakes but clearly this is a life insurance.
I will not refuse to help on this topic.
You'll be able to come to a stop with about 25% brake power under good conditions if you get the warning and beeping. You'll never be on the road with 0 brakes but clearly this is a life insurance.
I will not refuse to help on this topic.
Hi guys I'm sure this is the wrong forum but I did have an E 63.
my current car is a 2002 G500 USA spec that was imported to Canada so the dealer put on the DRL.
I need to disable these I do have a star system I put the cluster to region USA but this does not bring up the option on display to disable the DRL
please help me find this my HID light are flickering like crazy
thanks guys
my current car is a 2002 G500 USA spec that was imported to Canada so the dealer put on the DRL.
I need to disable these I do have a star system I put the cluster to region USA but this does not bring up the option on display to disable the DRL
please help me find this my HID light are flickering like crazy
thanks guys
Thats what is driving me crazy
car was set to Canada , I now set it to USA but there is no menu in the cluster under lighting for drl.
I am familiar with the cluster settings , did it on my w211 E63
something in star must have desabled it,was told g500 is same as 2002 w203 cluster.
car was set to Canada , I now set it to USA but there is no menu in the cluster under lighting for drl.
I am familiar with the cluster settings , did it on my w211 E63
something in star must have desabled it,was told g500 is same as 2002 w203 cluster.
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Can you teamviewer me or guide me in the right direction Lol dont speak german and need this fixed.
Thanks
Thanks
Too cool
back monday night will aim for tuesday
thanks a million
back monday night will aim for tuesday
thanks a million
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Can some please tell me how to unlock ecu with sd4 bd09 2016
I have changed the rear axle, and i need to change gear ratio,and it says that i need to open ecu
Its a w211 220cdi 2008
I have changed the rear axle, and i need to change gear ratio,and it says that i need to open ecu
Its a w211 220cdi 2008
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I have changed the rear axle, and i need to change gear ratio,and it says that i need to open ecu
Its a w211 220cdi 2008
From our E55 2nd O2 Turn Off threadOriginally Posted by larsianer
Can some please tell me how to unlock ecu with sd4 bd09 2016I have changed the rear axle, and i need to change gear ratio,and it says that i need to open ecu
Its a w211 220cdi 2008
#74
unlocking the ECU
While car is running
- control unit groups
- drive
- ME 2,8 SFI
- development data
- actuations
- complete index of actuations
- steuergerät entriegeln -> confirm (In English: ECU unlock for programming))[/QUOTE]
- then apply variant coding while engine is still running.
This solution worked on my 2004 w211 E55. Hope it works for you!
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I dont have the me 2,8 sfi meny, cause i have a cdi i think,you got any other solutions?
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Check under development when you are in your specific ECU section. Then just follow along and hopefully the German is the same. Originally Posted by larsianer
I dont have the me 2,8 sfi meny, cause i have a cdi i think,you got any other solutions?
****I would not do this unless you confirm with a SA at a dealership or Indy with access to SDS that the process is the same***
Some shops around my area have been kind enough to help me through some light issues when I have show up with a screen pulled up and ask "Hey what do I do from here?"
i just kindly deliver a 6'er of high gravity beer as a thank you
perhaps you have a shop in your area or a friendly tech at MB dealer that would help with some brown nosing?
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****I would not do this unless you confirm with a SA at a dealership or Indy with access to SDS that the process is the same***
Some shops around my area have been kind enough to help me through some light issues when I have show up with a screen pulled up and ask "Hey what do I do from here?"
i just kindly deliver a 6'er of high gravity beer as a thank you
perhaps you have a shop in your area or a friendly tech at MB dealer that would help with some brown nosing?
Originally Posted by BoostedAero
Check under development when you are in your specific ECU section. Then just follow along and hopefully the German is the same. ****I would not do this unless you confirm with a SA at a dealership or Indy with access to SDS that the process is the same***
Some shops around my area have been kind enough to help me through some light issues when I have show up with a screen pulled up and ask "Hey what do I do from here?"
i just kindly deliver a 6'er of high gravity beer as a thank you
perhaps you have a shop in your area or a friendly tech at MB dealer that would help with some brown nosing?
The mercedes dealers in my town, dont know anything, they cant even use the c4 wireless.
About the ecu unlock, it gota be in the cdi section, i think!
I can upload pictures of the meny, if that will help
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Pm sendt, do i need to dissengage something on the xentry pc, so it dont get bricked?(blacklist)Originally Posted by Mackhack
Send PM with TeamViewer login data while connected to the car.
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Hi MackHack,
I was informed that my generic C4 system is capable of TCU flash. The Code to enter the TCU is encrypted by Benz. Have you had to or ever entered the TCU for flash etc?
I have had a used TCU flashed by Eurocharged that works like a champ but just curious in case my TCU fails.
I was informed that my generic C4 system is capable of TCU flash. The Code to enter the TCU is encrypted by Benz. Have you had to or ever entered the TCU for flash etc?
I have had a used TCU flashed by Eurocharged that works like a champ but just curious in case my TCU fails.
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Hmmm!,
All of the tuners I have consulted with have the same concept. It must be in hand.
My vendor says otherwise but they have hacked beyond so who am I to say he/she is lying.
There are some u-tube videos but not my chassis.
Mine is done so I was curious about it anyway.
Thanks for the reply!!
Best,Gator
All of the tuners I have consulted with have the same concept. It must be in hand.
My vendor says otherwise but they have hacked beyond so who am I to say he/she is lying.
There are some u-tube videos but not my chassis.
Mine is done so I was curious about it anyway.
Thanks for the reply!!
Best,Gator
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There is no such script inside DAS/Xentry to flash a TCU or ECU with a tune file. You can flash control modules with firmware updates if the system is setup to allow offline programming. I'm not a tuner, but I know this for a fact.
