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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK430 C208

4.3L V8 M113RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this CLK430 C208
Every control module on the 1998-2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 C208 — 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.
Electronic Transmission Control (ETC)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission bell housing, driver side
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Requires transmission drop for access. Adaptive values reset after coding.
Electronic Stability Program / Anti-lock Brake System (ESP/ABS)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left front corner near fender
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Brake bleeding required after replacement. Wheel speed sensor calibration needed.
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, behind climate control panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Automatic climate calibration after replacement. Some aftermarket tools can code.
Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, behind ignition lock cylinder
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Key programming required. Security triangle with ME and cluster. All keys must be present for coding.
Motor Electronics (ME 2.0/2.1)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side firewall near brake booster
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ SCN coding required; VIN-locked. Part of security triangle with EIS and cluster.
Signal Acquisition Module - Rear (SAM-R)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left side panel behind trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Controls rear lighting and trunk functions. VIN coding required.
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ VIN and mileage programming required. Part of security triangle. Mileage transfer from old cluster mandatory.
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under shifter trim panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Battery disconnect mandatory. Wait 90 seconds before work. Crash data stored.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Trunk floor, under spare tire well
⚠️ No coding required. Controls fuel pump relay and pressure regulation.
Audio Gateway (AGW)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left side near CD changer location
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Radio head unit separate component. AGW handles audio processing and amplification.
Tele Aid Module (TAM)0.7 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel behind trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Optional equipment. Analog cellular network no longer functional in US. Subscription required when new.
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, center panel behind trim near bumper
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Optional equipment. Sensor calibration automatic after coding.
Bi-Xenon Control Unit (XCU)0.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind each headlight assembly (two units)
🔧 Star Diagnosis or basic scan tool
⚠️ Optional Xenon equipment only. Self-leveling calibration after replacement. High voltage present.
Cruise Control Module (CC)no coding
📍 Engine bay, integrated into ME module
⚠️ Function integrated into ME module on this generation. No separate module.
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