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Every control module on the 1990-1995 Mercedes-Benz G-Class — 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.
Instrument Cluster (IC)2.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard behind instrument panel
🔧 Mercedes SDS
⚠️ Electronic odometer introduced; mileage programming requires dealer tool. Some models still mechanical.
Climate Control Module (KE)1.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Behind center dashboard HVAC controls
⚠️ Electronic climate control standard on most trims; no coding required.
Anti-Lock Brake System Control Unit (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Engine bay, driver side inner fender or firewall
⚠️ Bosch ABS 2E or ABS 5; no coding required. Fault codes via blink or SDS.
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver seat or center console tunnel
🔧 Mercedes HHT or SDS
⚠️ Electronic 4-speed automatic (722.3/722.4). Shift point adaptation available; requires dealer tool for proper setup.
Adaptive Damping System Control Unit (ADS)1.3 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Rear cargo area or under rear seat
⚠️ Optional on later models; electronically adjustable dampers. No coding required, basic diagnostics via SDS.
Engine Control Unit (ECU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side firewall or under passenger seat
🔧 Mercedes HHT or Star Diagnosis System (SDS)
⚠️ Later KE-Jetronic or early LH-Jetronic systems. Basic adaptation for idle and fuel trim available via dealer tool.
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console tunnel or under front seats
🔧 Mercedes SDS
⚠️ Introduced early 1990s. Requires fault code clearing and system verification after replacement; no true coding but dealer tool recommended.
📍 Integrated with ignition switch or near steering column
🔧 Mercedes SDS
⚠️ Early immobilizer system introduced mid-1990s. Key programming requires dealer tool; transponder-based.
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.
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🌧️ Wiper Blades
1990
20″
Driver side
20″
Passenger side
12″
Rear
Attachmenthook
📝 W463 generation began 1990. Windscreen redesigned with slightly larger wipers than W460. Equal length front wipers.
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 1990 Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2.3 L M102 fuel-injected I4 (230 GE), 125 PS and can vary by trim.
🔧 Database maintained under the daily editorial review of Chris Hackleman · Master Technician · 20+ years.