The Mb Star C6 Xentry diagnostic tool represents the latest advancement in vehicle diagnostics for Mercedes-Benz and SMART vehicles. As a cutting-edge OEM XENTRY diagnosis VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface), the MB Star C6 is engineered to supersede previous models like the Star C4 and C5, offering enhanced capabilities and broader vehicle coverage. This robust device ensures seamless communication between your vehicle and the powerful XENTRY software suite on your PC, making it an indispensable tool for automotive professionals and enthusiasts alike. Conforming to the SEA J2534 protocol, the MB Star C6 Xentry is your gateway to in-depth vehicle fault detection, advanced diagnostics, and comprehensive programming.
Why the MB Star C6 Xentry is Your Top Choice for Mercedes Diagnostics
Choosing the right diagnostic tool is crucial for efficient and accurate vehicle maintenance and repair. The MB Star C6 Xentry multiplexer offers a range of compelling advantages that set it apart:
- Software Compatibility: Designed to work flawlessly with the latest XENTRY/Das Software, ensuring you have access to the most up-to-date diagnostic capabilities.
- Extensive Vehicle Support: Compatible with a wide range of Mercedes-Benz and Smart vehicles, making it a versatile tool for various models.
- DoIP Protocol Support: Embraces the advanced Diagnostics over Internet Protocol (DoIP), essential for diagnosing and programming newer Mercedes-Benz models.
- Comprehensive Diagnostic and Programming: Provides full Star Diagnosis functionalities, including advanced programming and SCN Coding, allowing for in-depth vehicle customization and repair.
- Enhanced SCN Coding: Outperforms SD C4/C5 in SCN Coding functions, offering more comprehensive control and customization options.
- Reduced Update Needs: Eliminates the need for frequent diagnostic updates, with only occasional firmware updates required, saving time and ensuring consistent performance.
- Power Efficiency: Operates without requiring an external power supply unit, simplifying setup and increasing portability.
- Robust and Compact Design: Features a durable and small form factor, eliminating bulky components like a PC core, battery, fan, or display, making it easy to handle and transport.
MB Star C6 Xentry Multiplexer: Functionality and Features Overview
The MB Star C6 Xentry is packed with features designed to meet the demanding needs of modern automotive diagnostics:
1. Advanced Software: Comes with V2024.12 Cars and V2023.09 Trucks software versions, running on a stable WIN10 64-bit system for optimal performance.
2. Online Firmware Updates: Stay current with the latest features and improvements through convenient online firmware updates, ensuring your tool is always performing at its best.
3. Flexible Connectivity: Offers both WIFI and USB cable connection options to your laptop, providing versatile connectivity to suit different working environments.
4. Broad Vehicle Coverage: Supports Mercedes-Benz vehicles from 2010 up to 2024. For older models, consider the reliable SD Connect Multiplexer C4.
5. Full Diagnostic and Programming Functions: Enables complete Star Diagnosis and programming capabilities, including SCN Coding. (Note: Online account required for SCN Coding requests).
6. DoIP Support for Modern Vehicles: Essential DoIP functionality for online programming and diagnostics of the latest Mercedes-Benz models, ensuring future-proof capability.
7. Software Update Options: Provides flexible software update methods, including returning the SSD for updates under a 1-year warranty or purchasing a new HDD/SSD.
8. Comprehensive Protocol Support: Supports a wide array of communication protocols including ISO 15765(CAN), ISO 14230, ISO 9141, J1850, and ISO13400(DoIP), ensuring compatibility with various vehicle systems.
9. Recommended Computer Specifications: Optimized for use with commonly available laptops like E6420, E49A, and T420, with a minimum recommended configuration of an Intel I5 2nd generation processor or above.
10. Reliable Warranty and Support: Includes a 1-year warranty for the main unit and free technical support to assist with any device-related issues, ensuring peace of mind.
Alt Text: MB Star C6 Xentry multiplexer device showcasing its compact and robust design, ideal for Mercedes-Benz diagnostics.
Core Functions of the MB Star C6 Xentry
The MB Star C6 Xentry empowers users with a comprehensive suite of diagnostic and maintenance functions:
- Extensive Diagnostics: Perform in-depth diagnostics to read and clear fault codes, monitor live data streams, execute action tests, and access fault guidance, enabling precise troubleshooting.
- Advanced Programming & Coding: Supports both offline programming of engineer versions, variation coding, modifications, installations, power upgrades, and adjustments to maximum speed limits, offering extensive vehicle customization.
- Simulation Program Support: Facilitates learning and mastering software usage (Xentry, DTS) through simulation programs, ideal for training and skill development.
- Maintenance Data and Resources: Access comprehensive maintenance data queries and detailed disassembly videos (WIS, StarFinder, SDMedia), providing valuable repair information.
- Parts Inquiry: Quickly look up parts information (EPC) for efficient repair and maintenance processes.
- Repair Information Access: Provides access to essential repair information, streamlining the repair workflow.
- Technical Service Bulletins: Stay informed with the latest technical service bulletins, ensuring you are up-to-date with manufacturer recommendations.
- DPF Regeneration: Perform Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration seamlessly, functioning just like the original equipment.
MB Star C6 Xentry Supports Comprehensive ECU Diagnostics & Programming, Covering:
The MB Star C6 Xentry provides extensive coverage across all vehicle Electronic Control Units (ECUs), including but not limited to:
- Engines (All Gasoline & Diesel Systems)
- Transmissions and Electronic Selector Modules
- Airmatic and Active Body Control Suspension Systems
- Traction Systems: ESP/ASR/ETS/ABS/BAS/SBC braking systems
- Supplementary Restraint Systems (SRS) / Airbag
- Body Modules: OCP/UCP/LCP/SCM/SKF/KFB/RCM/DCM’s
- Drive Authorisation System
- Sam (Signal Acquisition) Modules
- Electronic Ignition System (EIS)
- Pneumatic System Equipment and ATA functions
- Air Conditioning/climate control Systems
- Instrument Cluster
- Tyre Pressure Control
- Parktronic System
- Keyless Go
- D2b Command & Audio Gateway (D2B and MOST networks)
- TV Tuner
- Headlamp Range Adjustment
- Seat Electronics
- Rvc, RST & Vario Roof modules
- Automatic Clutch System ACS
- M-Class Body Modules (AAM/ EAM/DAS/SEM/VG Transfer Case)
- Assyst & ASSYST+ systems (Note: DolP programming of the multimedia system HU in models 205, 213, 167 is currently not supported).
Important Notices for MB Star C6 Xentry Users
Before purchasing and using the MB Star C6 Xentry, please note the following:
- Software Knowledge Required: This device is intended for users with existing knowledge of MB Star diagnostic software. It does not come with a user manual to teach basic operation.
- Laptop Compatibility: Ensure your laptop meets the minimum requirements of 4GB RAM and an Intel I5 CPU. The software HDD/SSD is designed for use on a single laptop for optimal performance and licensing.
- Key Programming Limitations: The MB Star C6 Xentry does not support the Ben-z All Key Lost programming function.
- Software Activation Required: Xentry software activation is necessary. Contact VXDAS Customer Service with Teamviewer details upon receipt for activation assistance.
Mercedes-Benz C6 Xentry VCI DoIP Vehicle Compatibility List
The MB Star C6 Xentry supports an extensive range of Mercedes-Benz and Smart vehicles, including both cars and trucks from 2005-2024 (12V & 24V), with truck support up to 2023.09.
Supported Passenger Car Models:
A(176), A(169), A(168), B(246), B(245), CLC(117), C(204) C(203), C(202), 190(201), E(212), E(211), E(210), 124(124), S(222), S(221), S(220), S(140), S(126), E(207), CLK(209), CLK(208), CLS(218), CLS(219), CL(216), CL(215), CL(140) SLK(172), SLK(171), SLK(170), SL(231), SL(230), SL(129), SL(107), SLS(197), M(166), M(164), M(163), G(463), G(461), E(212), E(211), E(210), 124(124), S(222), S(221),S(220), S(140), CLK(209), CLK(208), CLS(218), CLS(219), CL(216), CL(215), CL(140), SLK(172), SL(231), SL(230), SL(129), SL(107),SLS(197), M(166), M(164), M(163), G(460), GL(164), GLK(204), R(251)
Supported Van Models:
MB 100(631), T1, SprinterIII, SprinterII, SprinterI, Sprinter900, Citan, Vito(639), Vito(638), V(638), Viano(639), T2, Vario, Vaneo(414)
Supported Super Sports Car Models:
SLR(199) etc.
V2024.12 MB Star C6 XENTRY Diagnostic VCI Software Suite (Optional)
The optional V2024.12 MB Star C6 XENTRY Diagnostic Software suite is a powerhouse of tools:
- Software Version: 2024.12 cars + 2023.09 trucks, providing the latest diagnostic data.
- Xentry V2024.12: The core of the suite, offering an automated Diagnosis Assistance System for efficient troubleshooting.
- DAS 2024.12: Launched post-April 2009 by Benz, specifically designed for diagnosing newer vehicle models.
- WIS net 2021.07: Workshop Information System, delivering comprehensive wiring diagrams, component location details, and step-by-step maintenance procedures. Simply input the chassis number to access manufacturing data, engine configuration, and detailed car model information.
- EPC net 2018.11: Electronic Parts Catalog for easy parts identification and ordering.
- ST Finder 2020, StarFinder : 2023, StarFinder : 2008 (optional): Part location finders to quickly locate components within the vehicle.
- SDmedia 2014.01: Multimedia resources to aid in diagnostics and repair.
- DTS9.02+DTS8.14+DTS816: Engineering software suite for advanced offline programming and customization.
Enhanced Software Features Include:
- Resolved issue of Mercedes-Benz DAS failing to directly access WIS.
- Integrated DAS sedan smart offline programming capabilities.
- Incorporated the 204 DAS stand-alone version with mutation capabilities (German), surpassing Vediamo in some functionalities.
- Added password-free access to DAS special functions for PKW and SMART vehicles.
- Eliminated the need for TAN Calculator for SMART 450, 451, 452, 454 models, enabling fully offline operation.
- Expanded offline EOL and VMAX functionalities for all LKW models, allowing modification of truck maximum speed limits.
- Lifted truck NOx TORGUE restrictions without needing FDOK XT calculation codes; directly cancel legal speed limits and modify without special functions.
- Cleared truck SCR/ADBLUE fault codes (MR) without FDOK XN calculation codes, enabling direct fault clearing.
- Added DAS 212, 207 prototype models for broader vehicle support.
- Integrated Xentry special features and VeDoc calculator (activation at $39).
- VX Manager 1.8.9: Software management tool for efficient operation.
- (Vediamo Not Supported): Please note that this C6 hardware configuration does not support Vediamo software.
V2024.12 MB Star C6 XENTRY Diagnostic Software Interface:
MB Star C6 Xentry Package Contents:
The MB Star C6 Xentry package includes everything you need to get started:
- 1x C6 multiplexer unit
- 1x OBD2 diagnostic cable
- 1x LAN network cable
- 1x USB connection cable
- 1x 256GB/500GB SSD with software (optional)
- 1x Second-hand T430 laptop (optional)
Important Notice Regarding Optional Laptop:
Please be aware that the optional second-hand T430 laptop may have minor cosmetic imperfections. Consider this if appearance is a critical factor in your purchase decision.
