Question:
I have an original Benz 4th Generation 7-speed car computer that can still read data normally.
Can I use Launch X431 Tool to replace the second-hand gearbox computer for wiping and authorization?
UOBDII.com engineer replied:
Yes. Launch X431 released a new ECU/TCU cloning software V10.40 on Jan.13, 2025.
It added Benz transmission TCU VGS4-0-NAG2, VGS4-500-NAG2 read, write, personalization, and clearing function via Boot, etc.
Compatible devices: Launch X431 ECU & TCU Programmer, X431 X-prog3 and PC Adapter, Launch X431 scanner with X-prog3.
V10.40 Upgrade Info:
1.Added read and write, personalization, clearing function for BOOT mode Benz transmission TCU VGS4-0-NAG2, VGS4-500-NAG2.
2.Added BENCH mode Cadillac, Chevrolet transmission ECU T87A read and write function.
3.Added read and write function for BENCH mode Great Wall transmission ECU 7DCT450.
4.Added read and write function for BENCH mode Great Wall, Geely engine ECU MG1US008/MG1UA008.
5.Optimized BMW E83 data read issue.
6.Optimized the expired device usage status so that when the device is expired, the functions released before the expiration can still be used.
New updates are restricted to download when the free subscription has expired.
For example:
Launch X431 ECU Programmer erase Benz 4 generation 7-speed VGS4 gearbox
1.Connect X431 ECU Programmer to a PC
Run PC software and enter the appropriate ECU model in the system (i.e. vgs4)
2.Access the Direct Connection Wiring Diagram
3.Follow the on-screen instructions and click “OK” to proceed.
4.The wiring diagram offers two modes: BENCH and BOOT.
Use the BENCH mode to read data from the original car’s gearbox computer.
For wiping and personalization of the external second-hand gearbox computer, both BENCH and BOOT modes need to be connected simultaneously.
5.After completing the connections, click “Read TCU information”
6.Click “Read EEPROM data (BENCH)”
If BENCH mode fails to read the data, switch to BOOT mode and retry.
7.After reading the original vehicle’s ECU data, connect X431 ECU Programmer to the external ECU computer. Ensure both BENCH and BOOT modes are connected simultaneously.
Click “Erase” to clear the external ECU.
8.Click “Personalization” and select the original Car EEPROM Data to write
Click “OK” once personalization is successful.
9.After that, click “Read TCU Information” again to confirm if the ECU data has been successfully erased.
10.Finally, install the ECU back into the vehicle, and complete the programming and coding process.
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