How to use the iCarsoft Mercedes II MB II scanner 

yes nice job, the scanner is usually only as good as the user :)

Found a pristine ML55. Went for a test drive, everything seemed ok. Hooked up the scanner. Catalytic converter I/M Readiness was INC along with a few others. Could not connect to the Transfer Case Module, turned out Low Range didn't turned on. This saved my @$$ for real! Thanks again!!!

the link is no longer working?.. I just bought this scanner & receiving it later today, I am going to scan my w219 CLS550 and I will let you know if I have any questions. Thanks for the vid!

Marco Quintero thank you for allowing me to assist!

Glad it helped!

Thank you again Lou for your time and attention. My decision to use your services at www.cartechconnect.com is one of the best decisions a "DIY car guy" could have made. My rough idle and misfire was making my driving experience less than desirable. I didn't want to go to a dealer, or an Indy shop, and pay all the possible costs involved in trouble shooting, in parts, and in labor. I purchased your services at www.cartechconnect.com and you responded immediately. As with your RU-vid channel, you provided clear and specific instructions. You explained what was necessary to start the process. I used an icarsoft scanner on my Mercedes and sent you pics of the default codes. Your knowledge and experience pointed me in the right direction and I was able to repair my car with ease. The time and cost savings, not to mention piece of mind, has made for a great start to 2020. I look forward to recommending you to my fellow Mercedes owners. I too will acquire you services again should an issue arise with my car.

@@mateshaljc thank you very much, if you can please edit to show the proper website, www.cartechconnect.com that would be great but glad to help! I am always just an email away my friend, Lou

@@mateshaljc I tried it wouldnt let me complete the form, couldnt write in the message box

Sure I don't mind paying if you can help me fix my problem. Having described it to you already, can you fix it by telling me how. I am quite mechanically capable if you properly diagnose the problem causing the srs light and what components need to be addressed. Thanks

@@Golyamkur you have an srs airbag malfunction? Did you unplugged any of the airbags or battery or mess with fuses prior to this SRS warning ?

Wassup my brotha from anotha mutha! We probably most definitely know the same peeps. Its a good scanner for the money. Has a few setbacks but still not bad. Check out the A30M I was really impressed with that one.

@@MasterTechLou will do! Thanks for the info.

Thank you very much for the nice compliments, more videos on the way very very soon. Lou

@@MasterTechLou That is great to hear.. Good to see some one that does not mind sharing knowledge.. Once I check my codes if I have an issue will message u via your website and expect to lay for your services

lol how the hell can anyone help you if you don’t provide any info whatsoever at all

It will help a little. Check codes in rear sam, and you should also be able to see the live data in the rear sam for the fuel level gauge but you will ultimately have to access the level sensors (2 of them) and test them with a meter.

I am Her icarsoft sells an early adapter which makes me think it can do pre 02. I will look into that

I am Her thank you for the nice comments. Only experience breeds knowledge. :)

Benz-Tech Lou P. Please do. Let us know

@@iamher6422 hi there, this is Jessica from iCarsoft Inc., please kindly note that we have BENZ 38 Pin adapter for older Benzes. But the BENZ 38 Pin adapter can not compliant with MB II, it can compliant with our new items MB V1.0/MB V2.0/CR Pro/EU Pro/CR V2.0 (1+4). You can search "iCarsoft BENZ 38 Pin adapter" on eBay or Amazon to get it. www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=icarsoft+38+pin&_sacat=0 Jessica Skype: bongch503 Email: scanner01@icarsoft.com www.icarsoft.com/

1- possible the aux is water pump is getting heat soak and not working once shut off. 2- could be a failing stepper motor for the rear. I would check the aac module for codes and or get a better scanner that can do bi directional control so you can activate those items to test. That would be my suggestion

@@MasterTechLou I did replaced that circulation pump already with no change. Why or how would it get heat soaked? 2: Is the aac module something I can see on my scan tool I currently have? 3: What would be your recommendation for the next up scan tool that control the vehicle? I don’t want to drop 2000 on a scanner when i’m just doing my own vehicles lol. Thank you for all your help!

@@00700556 if you peruse through all of my review videos you may find a scanner you like. Funny how people leave out information such as you did with already having replaced the aux pump. with this old car the issue can be as simple as poor connections at the ac control panel, I have helped many over the last few years with weird issues because the connections had many a slight film or corrosion that you cannot see on them, but once the ac control unit was disconnected and reconnected it worked fine. which lead me to the assumption it was just forming poor connections.

Yes from my experience you can read the soft top module and the switches. I hope to visit Italy in the very near future!

You can use that on ANY car. It will read the engine module direct for obd2 codes. And thanks for the nice comments!

I recently used it on a McClaren 600LT and it worked fine.

@@MasterTechLou thanks

mateshaljc no the i980 is a step down. Thank you for your nice compliments, I appreciate that. I hope to help and educate. Thanks, Lou

My brother surprised me and purchased the i980 for me. I talked about it so much lol. Hopefully it will suffice. It will be delivered in a couple of days. I'll reach out if I have questions. Thank you.

Received my i980 last night. Plugged it in today. Reviewed all the codes. I would like to sign for your services. I went to cartechconnect.com and considered the tier 2 service ($32). Can you tell me what specifically that service will grant me. Additionally, once I sign up for a service, Can I upgrade to the next tier if more assistance is needed.

@@mateshaljc it is basically a fee based on the issues at hand, it is not a monthly fee it is a fee per issue so to say. I will work with you to fix your issue. thank you for checking it out, I hope to hear from you. Lou

@@MasterTechLou Just submitted the ticket sir. Thank you.

David Moreno the EIS and Instrument cluster are the only modules that store and share mileage. If you replace one of those the mileage will update/correct itself after 500 miles of driving. From what I was taught.

I am pretty sure the icarsoft does you can order an adapter. check their website.

It is not the scanner, it is a problem with the car. If you can reach out to me at www.cartechconnect.com I can assist you with diagnosis. thanks, Lou

hi there, this is Jessica from iCarsoft Inc. Appreciate your support at first. Please kindly note that the differences between CR Plus and MB II are that 1. CR Plus can work for 44 brand vehicles while MB II can only work for Mercedes-Benz/Sprinter/Smart; 2. CR Plus only work for 4 basic Systems(engine, transmission, ABS and airbag) diagnosis while MB II can work for full systems diagnosis. Now we have one new item CR Pro can work both 44 brand vehicles and full systems diagnosis. You can learn more details from below link: www.icarsoft.com/Product/s-370-iCarsoft_CR_pro.html Jessica Skype: bongch503 Email: scanner01@icarsoft.com

You may want to try updating or just return it if it doesn’t have all the features you see others having

Yes you need the adapter for the 38 pin port

You can reach me at www.cartechconnect.com I will do my best to help you. Thank you. Lou

Hello, thanks for the nice comments. if you have a vacuum leak the engine module is very good at setting a code for lean. not sure what module you actually have because there is no SL 32 amg., but fuel consumption is very tricky, because there are so many factors that play into it. How you drive, where you drive, temperature, fuel quality. if there is a fuel consumption issue you would most definitely get a code in a Mercedes. I cant think of an instance where I had a physical issue like a leak and no rich or lean code to go with it., and yes and no, the scanner can help you if you watch o2 sensor values and then spray the intake and engine with carb cleaner to see if the o2 sensors change rapidly, but it can also cause false readings since the mass air flow sensor can pick up the fumes. so its tricky on how to find a leak, usually smoke testing is best. Lou

you cant roll an odometer. if you replace a cluster, after 500 mile the correct mileage syncs up. the mileage is stored in a few different modules, so yes we can look to see the mileage inside the modules.

@@MasterTechLou thanks for the reply

@@ramiabed6716 anytime!

Yes from my experience you can read older cars with the adapter. But sometimes there can be an issue with faulty adapters so purchase wisely.

This will not clear it you will have to have a shop remove the teleaid fiber optic connector, install a bypass loop and then have them code the audio and instrument cluster to show “not installed” for teleaid and the warning will never come on again.

@@MasterTechLou how much will this cost? a estimate would be great. thanks

it be great if you did a video on this teleaid bypass I think there is a lot of interest. thanks your video are great.

Are you new to the car? Our cars delay the first shift to help warm up the converter. So to me this sounds normal at the moment.

@@MasterTechLou yes, so the car needs to warm up for a couple minutes prior to shifting into drive and going.

@@123corvette12 regardless it will Still delay the first shift. However it can still be excessive if the fluid needs changed so although its normal there can still be an issue causing you to notice it more.

Watch my video about this exact same issue.

This doesnt program anything. Also only the dealer can successfully program the ism as its an anti theft part. Finding other ways to do so can be accomplished but its rare.

Hey thank you for the nice comments, yes this can, basically if your ac light flashes at you, you have a low pressure code that locks out the ac compressor. so you will possibly need to have the freon checked. but yes this can do that. Thanks for enjoying the videos ! Lou

Thank you Frank for the nice comments. The v2.0 is identical with a few enhancements. it will work just the same. Yes it should read the esp module to help you narrow down the issue and show live data to help you define the problem. If you are experienced then this will help you get to the root cause. Thanks again! Lou

@@MasterTechLou I have the ESP ASR BAS fault message displayed , some internet source says it can be the light break switch, but could be other things. Do you have any advice ?

@@sprinterfreak6383 hello, please watch my newest video on this very issue. thanks

thank you, in the engine module, in live data, smooth engine running. Lou

NO this one cannot, only a bi directional scan tool, like autel or launch. But def the star. mbstartool.com

Yes should work the same as I also have the vw version and have used it. I work in a audi, vw, porsche, mercedes dealer.

ah the infamous road test mode. that mode happens when someone uses a scanner that doesnt know how to use it, and enters road test mode. this happens like 100% of the time. I can help, you will need to contact me on my site please. thank you. www.cartechconnect.com

rm102155 no and no one should EVER enter calibration mode on any scanner OR also road test most in ESP. Only the dealer should calibrate ride height. This is a very tedious process and anyone that enters this mode on a star diagnosis or other scanner is in for a world of hurt.

Hello, thanks for the nice comments, Diesels are tricky and they suck to say the least. When the fault codes happen and you get the countdown, you basically CAN NOT ATTEMPT to erase codes or you now have to visit the dealer as you will lock the module into tamper mode. Basically in a diesel, the computer has to run the test for the failed component and pass the test and then and only then will it erase the code itself or set the code to stored and remove the remaining starts. here is my cheat sheet I share with people outside of the dealer. Diesel Diagnosis once a fault is registered over 2 different drive cycles (start, drive, shut off, cool down, start, drive ) the check engine light will come on. if the issue affects emissions greatly the remaining starts will come on if the issue is not resolved in a unspecified period of time. in the shop we run the codes (perform quick test which runs down the list of modules and check faults) then we see the codes and process them ( we high light and click the code it brings us to the test steps of each code) once we perform the test, it will either lead us to replace the part, or it will show "ok to erase fault codes" (not verbatim), only then can we erase the codes. for the consumer. if you have a fault code, you can replace the part. start the engine and drive for more than 30 min above 40mph with out stopping. the engine module will self test and erase the code on its own and the remaining starts will disappear if the remaining starts was active. however once you get to 4 remaining starts you now have to go to the dealer, up to 4 remaining starts you can reset the starts to 12 IF you have the right scanner like a higher level scanner. Like the bidirectional ones .

All codes in EMC are historic codes no current ones

Hello! I carsoft MAY pick up a code from the engine module if the supercharger isnt working. You should have some underboost code. But from what im finding icarsoft cannot really read audio components. Im not sure about the v3.0 yet.

@@MasterTechLou thankyou for the reply I appreciate it

Watch my air suspension video. It will answer all those questions

does the dash show P for park? or 3 dashes, your issue might be the shifter., very common.

@@MasterTechLou There are no lines or key displayed & the display shows all the shifter locations, i did remove the shifter cover and the little green light on the chip from the transponder coil does light up when i try to start. now for the record this is the first time ive ever even sat in a smart so not sure what is normal for the display. im still trying to find out what the previous so called mechanics replaced or took apart before me! for what ever reason the steering wheel & airbag was removed & laying on the floor when i got the car so i put it back together but dont think that would trigger the no crank issue! now i did talk to the owners & there willing to purchase the diagnostic tools & software if needed so that we could repair it ourselves because otherwise we would have to take it 300mi to a dealer in sacramento probably have to make atleast 2 trips just not feasible! i checked your website out little confused but im willing to pay for your services if you think you can help me with this matter, im a pretty knowledgable wrench so shouldnt be no problem trying to diagnose this smarter than me car lol i know theres prob only so much i can do without the diagnostic tools so id like to exhaust all my options before we purchase the whats needed! if you need my email let me know Thanks!

I closed my website. This scanner can read airmatic yes.

Glad to hear, happy new years! Lou

Hey This Guy thanks man, sounds like a wheel speed sensor issue. That is most common also since the audio is speed dependent.

@@MasterTechLou Thanks Lou. That's what everything on the Audi forum is pointing to. My icarsoft will be here tomorrow. Thanks again Lou for getting back to me so quickly. I am going to show your channel to my MB friends.

@@marcissobadass Thank you so much, also share my website www.cartechconnect.com I can help with all car needs, well, most. If I cannot help I know someone that can. Thanks again, Lou

I cannot tell you what you SHOULD purchase, I dont know you or your reasoning for wanting a scanner. but this one does great for what the cost is. thank you,Lou

Yes I think it does.

I would get the v3.0

You are not alone. I ran into this myself. For some reason it will not clear airbag lights. I will have to make a video explaining this, I dont know why it wont clear them. And sorry if they’ve not gotten back to you. But this is an issue with the icarsoft v2.0 and mbii

You are not alone. I ran into this myself. For some reason it will not clear airbag lights. I will have to make a video explaining this, I dont know why it wont clear them. And sorry if they’ve not gotten back to you. But this is an issue with the icarsoft v2.0 and mbii

Thanks I appreciate that. I have yet to get a v3.0 but I think its close to an autel for the most part.

@@MasterTechLou your website is not going through what's going on?

@@udohequere6042 I had closed it. I have too much going on personally, if you need me you can find me on www.justanswer.com in the Mercedes section.

@@MasterTechLou no problem at all, I will relate with you there thanks

you have a bad wiper stalk it sounds like, as for the dpf issues, a clogged dpf is usually due to age if not oil loss . but the scanner may not tell you why its clogged. you would have to remove the dpf and see inside.

There is a misfire counter under smooth engine running option. However you can still have a slight misfire but the module not count it. They tool away the screen that shows a time frame between cylinders firing. So only way to find a slight miss is with a scope.

Thank you. I drove the M276 (W166) all day yesterday and did not misfire at all. I have a Snap on scanner and a MB Star scanner at the shop. I do another scan this weekend since I need to work on a E55 W211@@MasterTechLou

It has not misfire in couple of days. I believe there was water in the gas when I filled up at Sunoco. After I heard on the news that in my state/district Sunoco is contaminated with water and leaves in there gas. I switched to Exxon and I have not had another misfire.

Thank you for the nice comments. I would get the mutli system. best bang for the buck, that is a great tool for the price. I believe it is called the CR Pro. Thank you, Lou

Yes this does. I do have a icarsoft v2.0 for mercedes if you are interested. If you are within usa I will sell to you at a great price.

@@MasterTechLou Thank you, but i live in East Europe. Anyway, great videos, +1 Subscriber!

Kristian Kumanov well thanks! More to come as well as the v2.0 review. Thanks! Be safe

Michael King thank you for the kind words. One thing I need to make a video of is a scanner does 10% of the work. Its understanding what you are looking for that’s the other 90%. It sounds like you possibly have a bad relay. If you need help with diagnosis this is what I do. You can contact me at www.cartechconnect.com thanks Michael.

Hello. Typically when a code sets for a relay its because the module notices theres no power return, or amp consumption, I never replace anything without symptoms. If there are no symptoms then the code doesnt mean anything to me. Is this in a SL r230?? If so you should have a battery warning on the dash, and this can be a fuse issue as well as a relay issue.

@@MasterTechLou yes it is the sl r230. I went here first because this fault is battery related. The vehicle has many faults at this stage. There is not a battery appearing on the dash display which I thought was odd. Right now I am waiting for parts from known failures. Mirror position switch broken, etc. Once I get all this in and tested there will be more issues to fix. One thing I could mention. I replaced the gas struts in the trunk because the old ones were weak and the trunk lid would sag on its own weight. Now the trunk will not close because the close mechanism is not strong enough to do so. I can close it by hand. I confirmed that the strut is the correct part from a couple of sources. So that may be the next task.

@@wainswo1 if there is not a battery warning in the dash then disregard the code. We dont do anything with codes without a symptom

Alan it would help if you told me what model you had, but depending on model it will be in either left front sam, right front sam, or just front sam. All depends on the model. But lighting will always set codes in a sam module. Hope this helps.

RIchard Davidson I have a v2.0 which the company says is better. If you could buy it off me that would be great. Im a seller now and working on adding them to my site www.cartechconnect.com You can email me @ diagnosisunlimited@gmail and we can arrange it. Your call. Helping out the little guy :) Thanks.

Its tedious, you have to enter the test mode and perform the test. Not 100% sure this scanner can do this, I THINK it can, but I have not done it myself

geo pin thank you, just tryin to help people understand the function so they know how to proceed:) much appreciated. Be safe.

First off thanks for reaching out. Im going to give you my direct advice. Trying to get it done as cheap as possible is going to cost you more. If you replaced the parts with no solid reason or diagnosis as to why you should have replaced them, you are already wasting money. You cannot use a used trans module. They are programmed per vin. You also need a scanner like this to erase coded in the trans module if the issue was with the conductor plate and or solenoids. Just because you have a transmission issue does not mean the issue is with the trans. You need diagnosis always first and foremost.

It is very important to know that the wheel bearing has a magnetic ring only on one side of the bearing and that is what the sensor reads. Most likely the bearing was installed backwards and now you need to replace it once again. To test you use a paperclip on the end of the wheel bearing to know which side the magnetic ring is on. I hope this helps. Lou

You will probably have to use resistors for the airbag connections.

you can reach out to me via my website. www.cartechconnect.com if you need help, I will do my best to help you.

if it was only in limited starts due to low def, just turn the ignition on and wait 2 min, if there are codes for more issues then youll need to take it to the dealer. as you will run out of starts.

Thanks I have ordered scanners and will be doing new videos soon and selling the scan tools .

P0715 tells me you are not using the right scanner and you need to use the scanner like this one to erase the codes in the transmission control module if you never erase the codes in the transmission control module the trans will remain in limp mode.

Yes you can. But you will need the round adapter for the engine bay obd connection.

How much does it cost

Where can I buy it

Thank you so much

FUEG 617 blue driver is junk. For just reading and clearing, icarsoft.

No it will not, youll need the autel or mercedes star diagnosis and thanks!

@@MasterTechLou thanks very much for the response, really useful channel and subbed. which autel one do you refer to for doing this on a budget as i see many ?

@@MrKams1 check out @DCF garage, he got a mk808 that seems to work well!

Cynthia Noriega thanks for viewing, I wish I could help and I know I can but I will not diagnose via comments. If you reach out to me on my site I can surely help. Thanks, be safe. Lou

Hello, I can help you diagnose this, you can reach me at www.cartechconnect.com there is a process of diagnosis you will need to do with a Meter. thanks for watching and I hope this helps you.

Tien Trinh yes but stop car too low isnt a fault its a physical fault. You most likely have a leak. You only have a code when the dash says “visit workshop”

Hello, you dont use a scanner to check battery voltages. You use a multimeter on the battery. However in some control modules you can find battery voltage in the live data but there is no specific function that im aware of for just checking battery voltage. Thanks

I have this and it shows mercedes/ sprinter/ smart. I believe it should. 🤷🏼‍♂️

problem with a module in the audio system. it cannot boot up fully. or power supply to command.

then you have no communication with the engine module and will need to diagnose why.

My 2008 w204 c300 runs very smooth except when I come to a complete stop the motor has a rough vibration and if the ac is on it gets more rough. Have you ever run into this problem?

@@rubenc6399 if you feel it in the car , and if it goes away when you put in in neutral or park it can be engine or transmission mounts.

Merry Christmas as well thank you! Most likely blew fuse 71 in rear fuse box. Check my r230 video for the location. Lou

Hi Lou hope you're doing well.. quick question I change the fuse on my S L550 it was regarding changing the vacuum pump it's still not working, should I just buy one of those scanners to reset the system... Will the dealer be able to do it for me ? I really appreciate your time

@@polojackson21 you don’t need a scanner. The pump most likely fAiled. Or has corrosion in the connection.