CGDI Prog MB releases the new software V3.4.0.0 on October 30th, 2025. What is new in CGMB software? Support Mercedes-Benz FBS4 ISM/DSM/ESM erase (virgin） function. Optimized the software interface. CG FC200 also supports Mercedes FBS4 DSM virgin function.… Continue Reading
Problem: Making a spare proximity key for Mercedes Benz W221 using Xhorse VVDI MB tool. But can’t get the Xhorse Smart Key (keyless go) to work with start/stop button. Works if I turn in EIS. Tried different key tracks and… Continue Reading
Tutorial: steps to program a used ecu for Mercedes Benz 272 engine (ECU ME9.7) without opening the ecu (ecu has a warranty). 1 program the ecu into virgin/brand new state with VVDI MB, Autel or CGDI MB. 2 perform offline… Continue Reading
Are you interested in buying a tool for Mercedes Key programming? Which Tool is easy to work? New update, support and more cars? Here is a brief review of some common MB key programmers: Xhorse VVDI MB, CGDI MB, Autel… Continue Reading
Here are some common Mercedes Benz engine ECU pinouts. You can read, write and renew these ECUs with various tools, Xhorse VVDI MB, CGDI MB etc. 1. 7G-Tronic transmission 2. CR3.xx 3. CR4.xx 4. CR5 5. CR6 6. CR60.xx… Continue Reading
Tutorial: how to replace the transmission gearbox VGS3 TCU of a Mercedes Benz W204 by the one from a W211. Tools used: CGDI Prog MB or VVDI MB FVDI/AVDI/SVCI 2020 MB Star diagnostic MB SD C4/C5 Main procedure: … Continue Reading
Sometimes CGDI MB users have network issues. It won’t do anything that connects to server. Error “Request Processing Failed” Possible reason: 1. Server is down (will recover soon) 2. Network issue. 3. Update firmware. If still not working, in CGDI… Continue Reading
Symptoms: It is a common phenomenon that Mercedes Benz Vito/Viano, W636/W639 doesn’t show mileage at all after replacing second-hand instrument cluster. Cluster (new type ) Eeprom: 25LC640 (25640) Solution: Disassemble the instrument cluster, remove dashboard, locate chip IC 25LC640, read… Continue Reading
Here is the easy way to do Mercedes S Class W221 intelligent shift module (ism) (dsm) replacement. Virgin ISM with CGDI Prog MB then adapt with MB Star (DAS) to another car. Renew ISM You can renew W221 ISM with… Continue Reading
Here is the whole assist with instructions on w211 mileage correction using CGDI Prog MB Mercedes key programmer. The procedure can be applied to other FBS3 models as well. Main steps: First disconnect EIS cable and backup gateway data… Continue Reading
CGDI MB with full adapters or VVDI MB with 4 adapter, which one is the best to get? Look at the package of CGDI MB with full adapters (including EIS Test Line + ELV Adapter + ELV Simulator +… Continue Reading
Car model and year: w221 s500 (was flood) Problem: I gave my car his soul back, but I have a Problem with ISM Old ISM 1644460610 Siemens is damaged Boy water – no Communication. I bought donor ISM… Continue Reading
Who tested the ECU programming with Xhorse VVDI MB Tool? This fbs3 manager, It will let you write vin and immodata, in some ecus. Not all ecus. crd i failed to write a new vin. But the eis data, can… Continue Reading
Trying to use CGDI MB programmer to virgin a Mercedes Benz W230 EIS but cannot calculate password. See error image below. Failed to collect data. Have tried fast and normal collection. Do not have key for this EIS Solution: You… Continue Reading
Mercedes W205 W222 W47 FBS4 mileage correction can be done via CGDI MB via OBD + bench mode in 30mins. X166 FBS4 can be done via CG100 and CAN Filter. Here is the tutorial on Mercedes GL400 X166 year 2014… Continue Reading
