Engine Control Unit A6461504691 / 0281012571 – Mercedes Vito Viano 2.2 CDI VIRGIN
The A6461504691 engine control unit, also listed under part number 0281012571, is an original control module used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano vehicles with the 2.2 CDI engine. It manages engine operation, including fuel injection control, combustion parameter monitoring, and communication with other vehicle systems.
ECU 0281012571 was installed in vehicles produced between 2003–2010, equipped with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine. The A6461504691 control unit was used in both commercial and passenger versions for goods transport and people carrying.
The offered A6461504691 engine control unit is supplied in VIRGIN (clean) condition, meaning it contains no stored vehicle data, VIN number, or immobilizer information. Thanks to this, module 0281012571 can be assigned to another vehicle; however, after installation it requires programming and adaptation.
Programming of engine control unit 0281012571 must be performed using Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry. After correct adaptation, control unit A6461504691 stores the vehicle configuration and operates like a factory-new module.
Q&A – questions about A6461504691 / 0281012571
Does engine control unit 0281012571 fit Mercedes Vito 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit 0281012571 is designed for Mercedes Vito with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine and requires programming after installation.
Which models is control unit A6461504691 compatible with?
Engine control unit A6461504691 is used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI from 2003–2010.
Is ECU A6461504691 supplied in VIRGIN version?
Yes, ECU A6461504691 is supplied in VIRGIN version, without stored immobilizer data or VIN.
Will control unit 0281012571 start the vehicle without programming?
No, engine control unit 0281012571 will not start the vehicle without prior adaptation to the specific car.
Which device is required to program control unit A6461504691?
Programming of engine control unit A6461504691 requires Star Diagnosis or Xentry.
Can part number 0281012571 be replaced with another control unit?
Control unit 0281012571 should be used as a replacement with the same part number or after data cloning.
Is A6461504691 compatible with Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit A6461504691 is compatible with Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI, as long as the part number matches the original unit installed in the vehicle.