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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ G55 AMG

5.4L V8 Supercharged M113K4WDAUTOMATICgasM113Ksupercharged
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Every control module on the 2002-2007 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG — 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 +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission bell housing, driver side, accessed from underneath
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ 722.6 5-speed transmission; requires fluid change during R&R. SCN coding mandatory.
Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM)1.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transfer case housing, driver side
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Controls 4WD engagement and center/rear differential locks. Requires adaptation after replacement.
Electronic Stability Program / Anti-lock Brake System (ESP/ABS)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, right side near brake master cylinder
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ Integrated hydraulic unit; brake bleeding required after replacement. ESP with BAS (Brake Assist).
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, center stack behind climate control panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Dual-zone automatic climate control; basic adaptation possible with aftermarket tools.
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 + SCN
⚠️ Critical security component; requires SCN coding and key synchronization. All keys must be present for programming.
Signal Acquisition Module - Rear (SAM-R)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side panel behind trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ Controls rear lighting, fuel pump relay, trailer module. VIN-locked SCN coding required.
Motor Electronics (ME)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side near firewall, mounted on inner fender
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ Part of EIS-ME-IC security triangle; VIN-locked SCN coding required. ME 2.8 system on M113K supercharged V8.
Audio Gateway / COMAND (AGW/COMAND)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, center stack behind head unit trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ COMAND 2.0 or Audio 10 depending on trim; fiber optic MOST bus. Coding for vehicle options.
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel glass
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ Part of security triangle with EIS and ME. Mileage programming requires dealer authorization.
Door Control Module (DCM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door, lower section behind door panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Four modules total (one per door); controls windows, locks, mirrors. Window calibration after replacement.
Adaptive Damping System Control Unit (ADS)0.9 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side near SAM-R
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Controls electronically adjustable dampers; not present on base suspension models.
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, beneath center armrest/shifter trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry + SCN
⚠️ Battery disconnect and 15-minute wait mandatory before removal. VIN-locked.
Tele Aid Module (TAM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, right side panel behind trim
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ 2G cellular; service discontinued. Module may be absent if not originally equipped.
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, center behind trim panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Rear parking sensors only; optional equipment. Sensor calibration after replacement.
Seat Control Module (SCM)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver and passenger seats, mounted to seat frame
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Controls power seat adjustment and memory. Two modules (driver/passenger) if both seats powered.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Rear cargo area, integrated with SAM-R or separate near fuel tank
⚠️ May be integrated into SAM-R on some production dates; controls fuel pump relay and pressure.
Bi-Xenon Control Unit (XCU)0.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind each headlight assembly in engine bay
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Two modules (left/right); controls HID ballast and auto-leveling. Only on Xenon-equipped vehicles.
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