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2000 MERCEDES-BENZ S600

5.8L V12•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•M137
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Every control module on the 2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz S600 — 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)2.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Transmission tunnel, above transmission bell housing
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ 722.6 transmission; adaptive learning reset required after replacement
Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +2.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, integrated with ignition lock cylinder
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Critical security module; requires online SCN coding, all keys must be programmed, paired to ME/IC
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)1.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left front near brake master cylinder
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Integrated ABS/ESP hydraulic unit; brake bleeding and steering angle sensor calibration required
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ VIN and mileage programming mandatory; part of EIS-ME-IC security triangle
Motor Electronics (ME 2.8)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side firewall near brake booster
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ V12 M137 engine; VIN-locked, requires SCN coding and security triangle pairing
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind center climate control panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Dual-zone automatic climate; variant coding and actuator calibration required
COMAND Control Unit (COMAND)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Navigation and audio head unit; MOST bus gateway, software version must match vehicle
Signal Acquisition Module Rear (SAM-R)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Controls rear lighting, fuel pump relay, trunk functions; VIN-locked, requires SCN coding
Active Body Control (ABC)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left side panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Hydraulic active suspension; system calibration and ride height adjustment required
Door Control Module (DCM)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door, lower section
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel
⚠️ Controls windows, mirrors, locks per door; basic coding possible with aftermarket tools
Central Gateway (CGW)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, left side behind kick panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ CAN bus gateway; VIN-locked, critical for inter-module communication
Pre-Safe Control Unit (PSM)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console area, near SRS module
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Pre-collision system (late W220); requires calibration with SRS and ESP modules
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)0.9 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under front armrest
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Battery disconnect 90 seconds minimum; crash data must be cleared
Parktronic Control Unit (PTS)0.9 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, left side panel
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Parking sensors front/rear; sensor teach-in procedure required
Bi-Xenon Control Unit (XCU)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind each headlight assembly
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel
⚠️ Active curve lighting; headlight range calibration recommended after replacement
Tele Aid Module (TAM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel near COMAND
🔧 Star Diagnosis DAS/Xentry
⚠️ Emergency communication; requires activation, subscription, and cellular network compatibility
Seat Control Module (SCM)0.7 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver/passenger seat rail
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel
⚠️ Memory seats, heating, ventilation; adaptation usually successful with aftermarket tools
Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM)0.6 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.1 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk, right side panel near SAM-R
🔧 Star Diagnosis or Autel
⚠️ Controls dual fuel pumps on V12; self-adapts after installation
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