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2026 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA45 AMG

2.0L I4 Turbo M139•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•M139•turbo
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Every control module on the 2020-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 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.
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission housing, driver side
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Requires transmission fluid change. SCN coding and extensive adaptation. Gateway authentication required.
4MATIC Control Unit (4M)2.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transfer case housing, center undercarriage
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Transfer case fluid change required. Road test and adaptation. Gateway-protected on 2020+ models.
Electronic Stability Program Control Unit (ESP/ABS)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left front near fender
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Brake bleeding required. Steering angle sensor calibration. Gateway-protected module.
Head Unit / MBUX (HU/MBUX)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, center stack
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ MBUX system requires extensive coding. Navigation and voice control activation. Gateway-protected.
Signal Acquisition and Actuation Module - Rear (SAM-R)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side panel
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Gateway-protected. Controls rear electrical functions. VIN-locked, SCN coding required.
Central Gateway Module (CGW)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +2.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, left side near SAM-F
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Critical security gateway module. All other modules may require recoding after replacement. Dealer-only procedure.
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS)1.3 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, under dashboard
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Gateway-protected. Steering angle sensor calibration and road test required after coding.
Motor Electronics / Engine Control Unit (ME/ECU)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side firewall near brake master cylinder
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ VIN-locked with enhanced security gateway. Requires online Mercedes authorization. EIS security triangle pairing mandatory.
Climate Control Unit (CCU)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, center behind HVAC controls
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Refrigerant recovery if lines disconnected. Coding for vehicle-specific options and zones.
Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS)1.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, ignition switch area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ All keys must be programmed. Security triangle with ECM and cluster. Gateway-protected. Tow-in required if failed.
Radar Sensor / DISTRONIC Control Unit (RSU)1.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front bumper, center behind grille
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Radar alignment mandatory with specific target. Gateway-protected. Road test required. ADAS calibration critical.
Adaptive Damping System Control Unit (ADS)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front left wheel well area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Ride height calibration required. Road test for adaptation learning. AMG Ride Control coding if equipped.
Instrument Cluster (IC)0.9 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind steering wheel
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ VIN-locked, gateway-protected. Mileage programming required. Part of EIS security triangle. Digital cluster on later models.
Tailgate Control Module (TGM)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Tailgate, left side panel
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ Power liftgate height relearn. Kick sensor calibration. Hands-free access coding if equipped.
Restraint Systems Control Unit (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under front seats
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ VIN-locked, gateway-protected. Crash data clearing requires dealer tool. All airbag components verified before coding.
Intelligent Light System Control Unit (ILS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Each headlight assembly
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ LED/Multibeam headlights require extensive calibration. Headlight aim adjustment mandatory.
Camera Control Unit / Surround View (CCU)0.7 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rearview mirror or rear license plate area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ 360-degree camera calibration and alignment. Dynamic guidelines coding. Multiple camera system on later models.
Door Control Module (DCM)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door panel
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ Window initialization required. Mirror memory relearn. Ambient lighting coding if equipped.
Telematics Communication Module (TCM)0.7 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under rear seat or cargo area
🔧 Xentry Diagnostics + SCN coding
⚠️ Mercedes me connect subscription reactivation. eSIM programming. Gateway-protected module.
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under rear seat or in trunk near fuel tank
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ Basic adaptation usually sufficient. Fuel pressure test after replacement.
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper area, behind trim
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ Sensor calibration required. Active parking assist coding if equipped.
Exhaust Flap Control Module (EFCM)0.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear undercarriage near exhaust
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ AMG performance exhaust. Flap position relearn required. Sound mode coding.
Seat Control Module (SCM)0.5 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under each front seat
🔧 Xentry or Autel MaxiSys Ultra
⚠️ Memory seat relearn required. Occupancy sensor calibration if equipped. Massage function coding if applicable.
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