How to Virginize VGS2 7G TCU via vediamo?

Question:

any one know source for 7G programming and scn coding by vin number, i use vediamo .

It uses VGS then i need to make it virgin before doing any coding and programming.

I heard vediamo can make it virgin for vgs2.  Could you explain how you virginize VGS2 via vediamo ?

Solution:

Device required:
Vediamo 04.02.02 and MB Star C3 chinese MUX or
Vediamo 05.00.05 and chinese SD Connect C4
Modified CBF file with according script file (google search for CBF file)

Method:
works on bench and OBD2 connector.

Procedure:

For example: TCU’s with part number A 033 545 73 32

To play with it, just copy VGSmod2.cbf into directory, in which you keep all your cbf. files.

Usually per default it should be:  C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Vediamo\VediamoData.

Than open Vediamo, choose the VGSmod2.cbf and load it. In this moment a new subdirectory named “VGSmod2” should be created in ..\VediamoData.

Copy unpacked VGS2-Virgin.xml script into this subdirectory.  Now preparation is finished.

To erase personalisation keys from 7G-Tronic VGS2 just establish connection to TCU, go to Sequences, press Execute Sequence (not OPEN, just EXECUTE!)  , choose and start VGS2-Virgin.xml and follow the steps.

Note:

You are at you risk.

Once TCU is virgin (some areas of EEPROM memory are erased) it must be prepared to be used in next car. Depending of software version and EEPROM memory layout, virginising can (but not always have to) erase also VIN, CALID, Shift lever learning values or SCN. All this need to be performed after reusing TCU on different car.

THERE IS NO NEED TO PERSONALIZE AND ACTIVATE your TCU to make it work.

This 722.9 VGS units will work well even without performing that steps. All VGS (Gen 1,2,3) using FBS3 immobiliser system will activate and personalize automatically after 300 ignition cycles. No additional actions are needed. To use your virginized TCU on any Mercedes 722.9 Gearbox, you need to be sure than actual software version fit this car (VIN) with this valve body (EHS number) and Coding is equal to destination car equipment. If software version is not right, some codings can be refused. It is always recommended to reflash the unit after virginizing to restore its EEPROM layout and perform software update.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2020/05/27/virgin-vgs2-tcu-722-9-via-vediamo/

Benz W211 R230 SBC C249F Reset with MB Star or Cheap Tool

I have Benz SL-Class (R230) with brake warning came on, then went off, and took to Dealer for repair), and wanted to share.

I was pulling out of the garage and brake warning came on and pedal was very soft and felt like I only had 20% or less braking power (if that makes any sense). I pulled back in the garage and drove different car to work. That night, same brake warning light still on… Then next day I started, and brake warning was gone, and brakes were working fine. Someone told me that if the system senses any irregularities (i.e. low pressure, not enough voltage, etc) then the SBC pump goes into some type of limp mode to prevent further damage to the pump etc. (someone with more knowledge could probably explain or correct me). I have MB Star SDS sd connect c4 and confirmed that there were stored SBC (Sensotronic Brake Control) codes, but not current. I did NOT clear any codes.

Anyway, I called Music City Mercedes in Nashville, and they told me they would check the codes (I can’t remember if they told me they would charge $150 diagnostic fee or not), and if there were any stored SBC codes they would replace the SBC under warranty. Since I already knew there were SBC codes, DTC C249F is a common problem with Mercedes Benz vehicles in the W211 (R230) series. I was happy to take the car to them. They confirmed SBC stored codes, and replaced SBC free of charge.
Hope yours is sorted.

Steps with MB Star diagnostic system:

Start engine. (Note: If you only are checking the total actuation count and not resetting the count, the engine does not need to be running.)
Start xentry, go through multiple menus to your car’s data then select:
Control units
Chassis
SBC sensotronic brake control
Development data (should be at the bottom of the page)
Actuations
Complete index of Actuations

Break: To only get the count, select “Bremsenzaehler (DF_GetBrLiveTime)”. This gives the total actuations to date. To reset the count, go to the next step. If only monitoring for maintenance purposes, back out of the program now using F1 key.

Bremsenzahler aktualisieren und Lebensdauerzahler F neu berechenen
set ulNBR to 0, click F3
Bremsenzahler auf beliebigen Wert setzen
set ulNBR to 0, click F3
Lebensdauerzahler F neu berechenen
set ulNBR to 0, click F3
Lebensdauerzahler F neu berechenen und schreiben
set ulNBR to 0, click F3
log out of xentry
Do not turn off car.
drive for at least 10 minutes. (or let idle)

FYI, when I google search “Mercedes R230 SBC reset”, a W211/R230 ABS/SBC Tool caught my eyes.

And I would like to share some operation procedure with several images:

Insert the key into the ignition, wait several minutes and you will have brake warning come on.

Plug the ABS/SBC Tool into the OBD2 port of W211, press the “50%” button.

And notice the change on the dashboard: ESP detective! visit workshop! -> Stop brake defective! stop vehicle!

Then unplug the ABS/SBC Tool from the car, turn on ignition, and you will see “No malfunction” on the dashboard.

I go on searching, and think obdii365.com would be reliable to have one W211/R230 ABS/SBC Tool.

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/w211-r230-abs-sbc-tool-for-mercedes-benz.html

Price: 17usd

http://blog.obdii365.com/2020/05/15/benz-w211-r230-brake-warning-light-reset-with-mb-sd-c4/

Reviews on sd connect C4 C5 or C3?

First come with SD connect C4 user’s review

I bought a MB SD C4 from China and it has been great. Tried messing with personal installs of Xentry/DAS, downloading VMWare images, etc… then gave up and bought an entire hard drive from China with latest versions of everything installed..

Xentry/DAS/StarFinder/Vediamo/etc. The HDD was under $100 and you have a choice of upgrading to an SSD instead of regular drive too which is much faster.

Look at obdii365.com and get a C4 and a hard drive.. has been working great for a year on 3 different MB’s. Before that I had a C3 for 6 years which worked great too, but the wireless makes it SO much easier. Sit the laptop on the hood of the car instead of having lots of cables and wires going everywhere like I did with the C3.

Here is the one I bought. Available in256 / 500GB hard drives, or an SSD. I bought the SSD even though more expensive, it runs really fast.

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/2020-03-mb-star-sd-c4-ssd.html

I have used mine on an 07 W221 S550 and have also run it on a friend’s 09 W204 C350

I use DAS for everything. On my 2014 I will need to look into Xentry but for a 2007 you don’t need it

i usually run a Quick Test that tells you every error code in the car. You can further diagnose or reset errors too.

Have also used functions for:
upgrade software in modules. For example when the windows stop opening and a software update is required.
Release pressure from a strut before replacement
set proper ride height or adjust it (lower the car etc)
and lots of other stuff

Then, when to use C4 or C5?

My C3 worked perfectly fine for a 2003 SL (R230), 2007 GL (W164) and 2007 S550 (W221). I haven’t tried it on my 2014 SL. The C4 works great on those cars, it’s just wireless.
If the C3 is a lot cheaper get that. If not, spring for the C4 because it makes life easier. Both work just fine.

As mentioned, if you have a 2015 or newer (or plan to get one soon) then you need a newer unit like C4/C5

so what all would I need just the hard drive or do I also need the wires, multiplexer, and etc…, I’m trying to do as much as possible with both cars and maybe even help a few others in my area so they don’t have to go to the dealer and spend money for something that can be done in minutes?

You need a laptop, hard drive with software, and a multiplexer (c3 with cables or c4 without)

Image 1: C5 bundle kit

From: http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/mb-sdc5-256gb-ssd-dell-d630-laptop.html

Image 2: C4 bundle kit

From: http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/doip-mb-sd-c4-plus-with-software-ssd-lenovo-x220-laptop.html

2. MB Star C3 user’s review:

If you’re working with newer versions of Xentry and Vediamo 5, you will need a C4 or greater MUX. I’m using a C3(called a compact C4 by vendors but doesn’t have wireless) I purchased almost 5 years ago which works for my purposes. If I got a newer, 2015 or above model, I would spring for the C4 or C5 but I can do everything I need for my 2007 using the C3. A C3 system is going to cost you a lot less. I using Star/Xentry from 2014 and Vediamo 4.

Anyone had issues with systems or HDDs from China coming in with viruses?

For me this is a non issue because the machine I have it on never connects to the internet.

Are you able to update all your car modules to the latest versions (lets say transmission, command) etc with simply connecting it to internet and it grabbing the required files and then flashing offline?

It depends on what machine the hard drive came from, usually it’s a Dell or a Thinkpad. If the OS on the drive is Windows XP, you’re restricted to what type of machine you can put it in, meaning Dell laptop for Dell hard drive, ThinkPad for Thinkpad hard drive.

You can update your car modules but you have to configure your system to do offline coding and also acquire the firmware updates for the modules, mhhauto is a good place to find all of that stuff. I’ve updated Command, Audio, door modules, Keyless Go, radar sensors, telaid to mbrace, plus some other stuff.

When to use Xentry Passthru?

If all you need is to read codes/clear codes/actuations and so on……. you can use Xentry Passthru. It is used with J2534 devices (passthru). I have used many passthru devices to include the Tactrix Openport 2.0 (I’ve used the Tactrix with Vediamo 4 and it should work with 5.0.1.). It’s $169 directly from the company and it works good with Xentry Passthru. Xentry Passthru is good for 2006 and up vehicles. It will not work with older ones. I have even programmed online with it. If you are needing it to code modules and make system changes then you will need Vediamo, Monaco and so on.

What Vediamo does?

Vediamo allows you to variant code without having an online Mercedes account. I replaced a set of headlights, they worked fine but the active curve function wasn’t working and I would get an error indicating such every time I turned the car on. The dealer wanted $169 to code the lights and I wound up doing it myself with Vediamo and it took 15 minutes. You can also flash modules with Vediamo if you have the CFF files. I’ve haven’t used Vediamo to flash any modules as I’m just getting used to using it. I have used it to remove the restrictions for entering information while the car is in motion. I plan on adding two additional radar modules to my rear bumper so that I can enable the Parking Guidance feature and do a Blind Spot Assist retrofit at a future date. I’ll use Vediamo to enable those features once I have all of the hardware in place.

To be upgrading…

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