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2025 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS

3.0L Turbo I6RWDAUTOMATICgasM256turbo
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Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this CLS
Every control module on the 2022-2025 Mercedes-Benz CLS — 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)3.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission bell housing or valve body (internal on 9G-TRONIC)
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ 9G-TRONIC transmission; TCU integrated into valve body, requires transmission oil service after replacement.
Hybrid Control Unit / Battery Management System (HCU/BMS)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, under floor or rear seat area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ CLS 450 EQ Boost mild hybrid system; controls 48V battery and integrated starter-generator. VIN-locked.
Climate Control Unit (CCU)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard, above center console
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ Requires HVAC actuator calibration after replacement.
Head Unit / MBUX (HU/MBUX)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard, integrated with touchscreen display
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) system; VIN-locked, requires online activation and account linking.
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS)2.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column or rack housing
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ Requires steering angle sensor calibration and end-stop learning after replacement.
Rear SAM / Roof SAM (SAM-Roof)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Roof area, near sunroof controls or overhead console
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ Controls panoramic sunroof, interior lighting, rain sensor. Present on models with advanced roof features.
Electronic Stability Program Control Unit (ESP/ABS)1.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left front near brake master cylinder
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ Integrated hydraulic unit; requires brake bleed after replacement. VIN-locked.
Central Gateway Module (CGW)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Left side of dashboard, behind kick panel or near SAM-F
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ Enhanced security gateway with stronger encryption; controls CAN bus routing and authentication. Critical component, rarely fails.
Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +2.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, ignition switch area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online + key programming
⚠️ Part of security triangle with ECM and cluster. Replacement requires all keys to be reprogrammed and VIN synchronization.
Airmatic / Active Body Control Module (ADS/ABC)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel or under vehicle near rear axle
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ Air suspension (Airmatic) standard; requires ride height calibration and system bleed.
Signal Acquisition and Actuation Module - Rear (SAM-R)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel or under rear seat
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ Controls rear lighting, fuel pump relay, and rear electrical functions.
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind steering wheel (digital display)
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ Fully digital cluster; VIN-locked, mileage programming requires online authorization. Part of security triangle with EIS and ECM.
Door Control Module (DCM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door (four modules: FL, FR, RL, RR)
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics or Autel
⚠️ Controls windows, mirrors, door locks. Window initialization required after replacement.
Motor Electronics / Engine Control Unit (ME/ECU)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side firewall or top of engine
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ VIN-locked, requires SCN coding and online authorization from Mercedes servers. Security gateway enforced.
Radar Sensor / DISTRONIC Control Unit (RSU)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front bumper, center behind grille or Mercedes star
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + radar alignment tool
⚠️ DISTRONIC PLUS adaptive cruise; requires precise radar alignment with special tool after replacement.
Tailgate Control Module (TGM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk lid, integrated with latch assembly
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics or Autel
⚠️ Power trunk with hands-free opening; requires end-stop learning after replacement.
Camera Control Unit / Surround View (CCU)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, center or left side panel
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ 360-degree camera system; requires camera calibration and alignment after replacement.
Intelligent Light System Control Unit (ILS)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Each headlight assembly (left and right modules)
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ Digital Light or Multibeam LED headlights with enhanced matrix capability; requires headlight range calibration after replacement.
Seat Control Module (SCM)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under each front seat (left and right modules)
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics or Autel
⚠️ Controls seat memory, heating, ventilation, massage. Basic adaptation required.
Restraint Systems Control Unit (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under front seats or center tunnel
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN online
⚠️ VIN-locked, requires crash data clear and occupant classification calibration.
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left side panel or behind rear bumper
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics or Autel
⚠️ Parking sensors; requires sensor calibration if sensors replaced.
Telematics Communication Module (TCM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left or right side panel, or under rear shelf
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics
⚠️ Handles Mercedes me connect services; requires SIM activation and account linking. 4G/LTE capable.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel or near fuel tank
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics or Autel
⚠️ Simple adaptation after replacement; no VIN-lock.
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