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2009 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 W463

5.0L V8 M113•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas•M113
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Every control module on the 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz G500 W463 — 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)3.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission housing, driver side, integrated valve body
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ 722.6 transmission; requires transmission drop for access; adaptive values must be reset
Climate Control Module (CCM)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard, above transmission tunnel
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Dashboard partial removal required for access
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 brake master cylinder
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Bosch 8.0 system; brake bleeding required after replacement
Central Gateway (CGW)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under dashboard, center console area
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Introduced late 2007+; handles CAN bus communication; VIN coding required
Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, integrated with ignition lock housing
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Critical security component; requires VIN coding, key programming, and pairing to ME/IC; steering wheel removal required
Motor Electronics (ME)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side near firewall, mounted on bracket above transmission bellhousing
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ ME 9.7 system; requires SCN coding and EIS pairing after replacement
Signal Acquisition Module - Rear (SAM-R)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side panel behind trim
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Controls rear lighting and electrical functions; cargo area trim removal required
COMAND (COMAND)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind radio head unit in center dashboard
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ COMAND 2.5 system; radio code may be required
Signal Acquisition Module - Front (SAM-F)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under dashboard, driver side kick panel area
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Controls front lighting, wipers, and various electrical functions; VIN coding required
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ VIN and mileage programming required; part of security triangle with ME and EIS
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, beneath center armrest
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Battery disconnect required; wait 90 seconds before work
Bi-Xenon Control Unit (XCU)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind headlight assembly, each side
🔧 Xentry / Autel
⚠️ Optional xenon headlights; headlight leveling calibration required
Tele Aid Module (TAM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rear side panel, driver side cargo area
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Requires subscription activation and VIN coding
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.7 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, right side behind trim panel
🔧 Xentry / DAS
⚠️ Optional equipment; sensor calibration required after replacement
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Rrelearn only▸ programming details
📍 Rear frame rail, near fuel tank
⚠️ Self-adapting; no formal coding required
Seat Control Module (SCM)0.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver or passenger seat
🔧 Xentry / Autel
⚠️ Optional on power seats; memory seat adaptation required
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