Benz Tech Modules LLC

10/26/2026

The original 1998 E320 W210 ignition switch lets the key pull out while turned. Michael then demonstrates the cloned replacement from the same job: the newly programmed key stays retained while turned and removes in position 0. This is a bench before-and-after, not an in-car start test.

EIS cloning service:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-electronic-ignition-switch-eis-cloning-1998-2014/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcOt6zwWq8U

10/25/2026

A shop reported intermittent missing dash lights. In this bench check, Michael cycles the key and checks the EIS and emulator through the starter-request position in VVDI MB Tool. The equipment passes this test; the reported intermittent fault is not reproduced. This does not establish that every intermittent vehicle fault has been ruled out.

ESL emulator programming service:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-steering-lock-emulator-c250-c300-c350-glk350-slk250-e350-coupe-convertible/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv8QhnqkqpM

10/25/2026

This ME9.7 ECM would not read through OBD. Michael opens the case, reads the original data in boot mode with HexProg, then writes it to the donor ECM. The video ends on the completed write. This is a bench programming example; no in-car start is shown.

ME9.7 ECM cloning service:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/ecm-ecu-engine-computer-module-programming-clone-service-for-mercedes-me9-7/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqUYtjhyBF0

10/25/2026

Burn damage in the original ME2.8 ECM, followed by recovery of its immobilizer data and a completed write to the donor chip using VVDI Prog. The clip ends at the successful chip write. Re-soldering, installation and an engine-start test are not shown.

Service details:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-benz-me2-8-ecm-cloning-m112-and-m113-engines/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05f3ijIOC8Q

10/24/2026

All keys lost on this W209 job. Michael reads the original EIS data, shows the completed new-key write, then demonstrates the key turning with the emulator responding on the bench. Long software waits and the poorly framed IR-reader transition are removed. This is a job overview, not the complete programming tutorial or an in-car start test.

Service details:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-benz-spare-key-programming-1998-2014/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKdufHpvFWo

10/24/2026

Two faults in this C230 job: the original steering lock does not release, and the old key still fails with the programmed emulator. With the new key and emulator, the indicator turns green and the ignition switch turns. All footage is from the same bench test; no in-car start is shown. Contact BTM to confirm the service for your specific chassis and modules.

Programming services and compatibility:
https://benztechmodules.com/product-category/programming-services/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4-gSZw1-Rk

10/24/2026

The small locating pins make this key shell tricky to close. Michael seats the VVDI BE key board with its buttons facing the shell buttons, aligns the pins, closes the housing, and checks that every button clicks. This is a mechanical assembly check only; programming, remote operation and starting the vehicle are not demonstrated. Need a programmed spare key? See BTM's service requirements below.

Service details and compatibility:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-benz-spare-key-programming-1998-2014/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFFSEzxIe2s

10/23/2026

Need access to the GLK350 ignition switch? Michael removes the retaining ring, gently releases the right and left trim, then removes the center section to expose the EIS. Demonstrated on the GLK in the full tutorial, with the steering wheel still installed at this stage. This excerpt covers trim access only—not the complete EIS or steering-lock removal procedure.

Service details and compatibility:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-steering-lock-emulator-c250-c300-c350-glk350-slk250-e350-coupe-convertible/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7IIM3hrfFE

10/23/2026

With no ESL connected, this W204 bench setup does not show the normal ignition-on dash lights. Michael connects the emulator already programmed to this EIS, inserts the key, and demonstrates the green indicator and responding instrument cluster. This is a disconnected-versus-connected bench demonstration, not a test of the failed original ESL or an engine-start video. Missing dash lights alone do not diagnose an ESL fault.

Service details and compatibility:
https://benztechmodules.com/product/mercedes-steering-lock-emulator-c250-c300-c350-glk350-slk250-e350-coupe-convertible/

Watch the full video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myOUrImla0M

06/10/2025

https://youtu.be/s7IIM3hrfFE

DIY replace a ESL that is in the unlocked position. You don't have to remove the steering column IF your ESL is in the unlocked position. Remove the EIS and ...