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Every control module on the 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz 500SL R129 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)2.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission tunnel, center console area behind shifter
📍 Integrated with ignition switch assembly, steering column
🔧 SDS
⚠️ Key coding required; infrared key system
Engine Control Unit (ECU)1.2 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, left side firewall behind battery
🔧 SDS or HHT
⚠️ LH-Jetronic system; improved diagnostics over earlier KE-Jetronic
Adaptive Damping System Control Unit (ADS)1.0 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Trunk, left side panel
⚠️ Optional system; not all vehicles equipped
Cruise Control Module (CC)0.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Engine compartment, left side near ECU
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
No maintenance entries for this vehicle.
🌧️ Wiper Blades
1995single front blade
26″
Front (single blade)
Attachmenthook
This generation uses one Monoblade-style front wiper that sweeps the whole windshield — don't buy a pair.
📝 R129 roadster, no rear wiper Single front Monoblade-style wiper.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 1995 Mercedes-Benz 500SL R129 5.0L V8 M119 and can vary by trim.
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