Engine Control Unit A6461504591 / 0281012570 – Mercedes Vito Viano 2.2 CDI VIRGIN
The A6461504591 engine control unit, also listed under part number 0281012570, is an original electronic module designed for Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano vehicles with the 2.2 CDI engine. It controls engine operation, monitors fuel injection, and ensures proper cooperation with other vehicle systems.
ECU 0281012570 was used in vehicles produced between 2003–2010, equipped with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine. The A6461504591 control unit was fitted in both commercial and passenger versions, including utility vehicles and people carriers.
The offered A6461504591 engine control unit is supplied in VIRGIN (clean) condition, meaning it contains no stored vehicle data, VIN number, or immobilizer information. Thanks to this, control unit 0281012570 can be assigned to another vehicle; however, after installation it requires programming and adaptation.
Programming of engine control unit 0281012570 must be carried out using Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry. After correct adaptation, control unit A6461504591 stores the vehicle data and operates like a factory-new module.
Q&A – questions about A6461504591 / 0281012570
Does engine control unit 0281012570 fit Mercedes Vito 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit 0281012570 is designed for Mercedes Vito with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine and requires programming after installation.
Which models is control unit A6461504591 compatible with?
Engine control unit A6461504591 is used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI produced between 2003–2010.
Is ECU A6461504591 supplied in VIRGIN version?
Yes, ECU A6461504591 is supplied in VIRGIN version, without stored immobilizer data or VIN.
Will control unit 0281012570 start the engine without programming?
No, engine control unit 0281012570 will not start the vehicle without prior programming to the specific car.
Which device is required to program control unit A6461504591?
Programming of engine control unit A6461504591 requires Star Diagnosis or Xentry.
Can part number 0281012570 be replaced with another control unit?
Control unit 0281012570 should be used only as a replacement with the same part number or after data cloning.
Is A6461504591 compatible with Viano 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit A6461504591 is compatible with Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI, as long as the part number matches the original unit used in the vehicle.