Two changes make the Autel DiagLink the clear choice for a Crossfire
- first they have revised their listings to show more functions for both the Benz (R170) and Chrysler Crossfire (now list the ORC for my '07)
- second right now they are having a at Amazon for $92 with one module. Do not know how long it will last.


My first one was defective and was returned & just ordered one of these, should be here Saturday, but if it can do what is claimed it will be the one to have.

 

I have an '04 Limited. Should I get the Chrysler or MB module?

 

I know how guys like their gadgets
but if all you're interested in
is a lit check engine light,
Autozone will do that for free,
even for us
and batteries plus will soon sell
a cut remote key for $79.
We have to keep bugging them about that.
Ours is one of the few keys we can reprogram ourselves from the ignition..

 

Autozone has done this for years as do similar auto shops, this has been known here for years. You are a bit late to the party with that one.
Seems to me this may not be the case, as we have to get a chip programmed to speak to the SKREEM. How come they have not done it before, as they do others, no mention of Mercedes for instance and there are more of them than Crossfire’s.
The key you talk about may just open the doors. We can always hope though.

 

I have reprogrammed my key twice without incident through the ignition,
after replacing batteries in the remote,
and on all the threads I've seen no one has ever shared the free
Autozone check...like I said, you guys must like your tools.

 

Third post. Oh well.

 

Batteries in the remote and programming the FOB to the car to remote unlock doors have nothing to do with cutting a key or SKREEM module. Two separate functions.

 

I searched threads for “auto zone codes” and got 89 hits.

 

The device mentioned does more than the AutoZone Emissions only code check. That's why we post it.

The OEM DRBIII or the newer computer version are pricy.

 

The synchronization of the key to open the locks you mention is in the Owners Handbook.
You are correct in saying we love our gadgets though.

 

I appreciate all the time put in on review of these scan tools. After reading all that Padgett says about the Autel Diaglink I just ordered mine today. Back to full price but still less than the Foxwell and others I was considering for my 04. Looking forward to it's arrival for a CIL that appears and then goes away. I could take it in and have it scanned, but would I really be reading a forum on my Crossfire if I were going to just take it to someone else and put my trust in their hands? Each time I find a mechanic I think I can trust they seem to slip and screw someone over on something.

 

Son's NA coupe transmission went into limp mode a couple times last week, so I ordered a connector plate kit from Mercedessource (enjoy his Youtube output). Knowing that I had to reset the TCM, I was vacillating between iCarSoft i980 (had a review that mentioned Crossfire) and Autel Diaglink (only one generic Mercedes review).
Padgett convinced me, unit arrived yesterday. Per the Amazon listing, downloaded the Maxi PC Suite 1.21, plugged in the DiagLink via USB and set it to update mode, then the Suite let me update the generic OBD software and pick a free manufacturer software module (the oddly-titled Mercedes oil reset one works for us).
Wow. Once I connected to the car, turned ignition on, and drilled down manually to R170 SLK320, I saw loads of fault codes that had accumulated over the car's 193k miles but had been intermittent or not lit the MIL. I had reset codes before with my cheapo $20 OBD reader, but clearly it hadn't reached into the MB modules very deeply.
After clearing all the codes and taking a short drive, the only code was for left rear wheel speed sensor open circuit. I set the Autel DiagLink for live data and during test drive, saw output from the other wheel sensors, confirming the issue. This wheel RPM sensor caused faults in TCM transmission, motor 2.8, and ESP modules, as well as kept the spoiler locked up.
The Autel DiagLink talks deeply to the Mercedes computer modules in the Crossfire, and is well worth the $109 - especially if it saves me opening the 722.6 transmission and the $230 in connector plate costs! Thanks, Padgett and fellow forum members.

 

Autel units wont clear or diagnose the airbag system. It hags up the diagnostic test and stops analysis.

 

I like the Launch CRP123 unit, proven to reset SRS codes ( at least some of them )

 

I have had my Crossfire since 2005. Like all of you finding somebody to take it to is getting harder. Interested in a OBDII. It is February 2019 and was wondering what is the best choice for today. I also have a CLK550 but do not have any problem getting help for that.

 

My recommendation is the Launch CRP123 from Amazon :

 

Ok, I gotta get me one of THOSE.

 

I am still looking for an affordable bi-directional reader that can bleed the ABS unit. No luck so far, their are some that do GMC vehicles but not ours.
I have a few units, shown in order of acquisition.
1, Innova 3100 purchased for the Chrysler 300
2, Ultra Gage Screen too small.
3, Elm 327 for iPad
4, BlueDriver for iPad
5, Vident 410
I have never had to use any of them on the Crossfire except the Blue Driver to check that the emmisions were reset after removing the battery for a while, the Innova showed the error but did not say specifically what particular setting was still wrong. I used the Innova on a my POS '07 Chrysler 300 but the 300s fault finder found the problem which the Innova failed to do.

 

Hello,

I purchased the iCarsoft MB II diagnostic tool.

I have used it to read and reset transmission codes. It worked well.

I also purchased this Micropod II emulator (about $160). V17.04.27 wiTech MicroPod 2 for Chrysler Diagnosis & Programming Tool Multi-language
I have used it to perform a relearn sequence for the TPMS sensors, after they were replaced. It worked well for this.
But it required I also purchase a laptop with windows xp or 7 operating system ($100 on ebay). The software is also challenging to install, and make work properly.

I had previously taken my vehicle to our local Chrysler dealer to get the TPMS reset. They apparently couldn't perform the work, but still charged me $75 for trying. They instead said I needed a $300 (plus installation) module replaced. And that it "may or may not" fix the problem. It felt good to be able to do this work myself, and not have to rely on the BS I got from the dealer. I look forward to running further diagnostics on my vehicle.

 

take a look at the Launch Millennium 90 Pro. About $260 US dollars