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Code control module

NOTE:
  • Control modules can only be coded using testers in which a workshop number has been entered.

Requirements: 

Fig 1: Locating Control Module Identification With Code Indicated On The Display
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Indicated on display of Diagnostic Operation System VAS 5051A :

Indicated on display of Diagnostic Operation System VAS 5051A :

Fig 2: Identifying Prompt For Entering Code Appears In Display Zone, Input Keypad Appears In Display Zone & Fourth/Fifth Line Of Display Zone
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The following appears on the display of the Diagnostic Operation System VAS 5051A after a brief delay.

Fig 3: Identifying Display Field Indicates "Vehicle System Coding Performed" & Indicates Control Unit Identification With New Code And Old Code In Brackets
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NOTE:
  • Touch ← key to return to selection program.
  • If an incorrect code is entered, the DTC message "Function unknown or cannot be implemented at present" is displayed and the old code remains stored.
  • At the factory (as-delivered condition for replacement part), the coding for the operating and display module, Climatronic Control Module J255 is currently "00000".
  • The coding of the vehicle version sets the operating and display module, Climatronic Control Module J255 to the different models:
  • The "basic configuration" is applicable to the Saloon, Avant and Coupe.
  • On the Cabrio, the Heated Rear Window function is configured differently, the control characteristic curve accordingly modified and, with the convertible top open, control action is implemented via the vent temperature sensors (Left Vent Temperature Sensor G150, Right Vent Temperature Sensor G151 etc.).
  • If the operating and display module, Climatronic Control Module J255 is coded for a vehicle with Heated Windshield Z2 as optional extra, diagnosis and the Heated Windshield activation function are enabled.
  • If Climatronic Control Module J255 has been coded as a vehicle equipped with "sunroof with solar cells" (Solar Cells C20), the following adjustments are performed at this time on the heating and A/C unit after ignition is switched off: