Mercedes W221 Used Dashboard Virgin and Program by OBDSTAR G3

This guide details OBDSTAR X300 Classic G3 process for virginizing and programming a used Mercedes-Benz W221 dashboard. It offers advanced ECU functions to streamline instrument cluster programming.

 

Procedure:

Ensure the primary diagnostic cable is correctly connected to the vehicle before proceeding.

Navigation:

Go to: [ECU Advanced] → [MB BENZ] → [MB BENZ V30.05] → [DASHBOARD] → [S-CLASS] → [W221 (2005-2013)].

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Select [Guide] to review full feature descriptions and operational instructions.

Available Functions:

  • ECU Info.
  • Read EEPROM (Backup)
  • Write EEPROM (Restore)
  • Virgin Dashboard
  • Program Dashboard

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1.Read ECU infoRetrieve part numbers via [ECU Info.]

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2.Back up EEPROM data using [Read EEPROM (Backup)] – custom filenames are supported.

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3.Perform [Virgin Dashboard] function

Double-check and select the correct backup file.

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The cluster will be restored to factory defaults, with mileage reset to initial display state and SSID synchronization cleared.

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Select [Program Dashboard] to finalize programming.

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Completion is confirmed by the on-screen message “Programming complete”, indicating successful programming with X300 Classic G3.

 

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