ECU types and feasibility
Overview of the most common control unit types by make — with cloning feasibility and technical notes.
Mercedes-Benz
ME 9.7 / ME 2.8 (engine ECU)
CloneableM271, M272, M273, M156 AMG. Cloning via BDM interface possible. Immobiliser coupling via the EZS data set.
CDI engine ECU (CR2/CR3)
CloneableOM642, OM651 diesel. BOSCH EDC 17 — direct cloning possible. Immobiliser data anchored in the EZS.
EGS (7G-Tronic 722.9)
On requestTransmission control unit — replacement requires SCN coding via the original Mercedes diagnostic system. Cloning on request.
SAM (Signal Acquisition Module)
CloneableFront / rear — cloning of the configuration data set. Vehicle-specific wiring preserved.
EIS / EZS (ignition lock module)
CloneableEZS Gen 2 (W211/W906) and Gen 3/4 (W204/W212/W221). Cloning possible with manufacturer diagnosis.
EIS / EZS (ignition lock module) in detail →Airmatic control unit (ABC/ADS)
CloneableAir suspension control unit W211, W220, W221. Cloning including calibration data possible.
BMW / Mini
DME / MSV / MSD (engine ECU)
CloneableE-series: Siemens MSV70/80, Bosch MEV17. Cloning via BDM. F-series: depending on the variant, on request.
EGS (ZF 6HP / 8HP)
On requestZF transmission control unit. Coding via the original BMW diagnostic system preferred. Cloning on request depending on the variant.
CAS (Car Access System)
CloneableCAS1/2/3/3+: cloning possible with manufacturer diagnosis. CAS4/FEM: via EEPROM, on request.
CAS (Car Access System) in detail →FRM (Footwell Module)
CloneableF20, F30, E-series. FRM0/2/3 cloneable. The FRM contains the VIN and the lighting control program.
DSC (ABS/ESP control unit)
CloneableABS/DSC E- and F-series. Data set cloning for parametrisation and the vehicle VIN possible.
Instrument cluster (KOMBI)
CloneableSpeedometer, odometer, coding. Cloning while preserving the original mileage.
VW / Audi / Skoda / Seat
Engine ECU (Simos / Bosch MED)
CloneableGolf, Passat, Tiguan, A3, A4. MED17, Simos 12/18. Cloning via OBD or direct chip access.
DSG mechatronics (DQ200/DQ250/DQ381)
CloneableCloning the mechatronics data set = no re-learning required. Tool: MagicMotorsport Flex. Details: /en/vw-dsg/
DSG mechatronics (DQ200/DQ250/DQ381) in detail →Immo box / KESSY (comfort access system)
On requestImmo4/5 — key coupling. Cloning on request — Immo5 (from 2008) is complex.
ABS / ESP (Bosch 8 / 9)
CloneableClone the ABS control unit with the vehicle VIN and configuration. Standard repair procedure.
Gateway module
CloneableClone the CAN bus gateway for VIN-specific routing tables. Frequently required after theft damage.
Instrument cluster
CloneableVDO / Continental. Clone the coding data. Mileage handling only legal on your own vehicle.
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