Engine Control Unit A6461500278 / 0281012825 – Mercedes Vito Viano 2.2 CDI VIRGIN
The A6461500278 engine control unit, also known under part number 0281012825, is an original control module used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano vehicles with the 2.2 CDI engine. It is responsible for precise engine management, including fuel injection control, combustion parameter monitoring, and communication with other vehicle systems.
The 0281012825 module was installed in vehicles produced between 2003–2010, equipped with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine. This control unit was used in both commercial Mercedes Vito versions and passenger Mercedes Viano models, for passenger transport, goods transport, and special-purpose vehicles.
The offered A6461500278 engine control unit is supplied in VIRGIN (clean) condition, meaning it contains no stored vehicle data, VIN number, or immobilizer information. Thanks to this, ECU 0281012825 can be safely assigned to another vehicle; however, after installation it requires full programming and adaptation.
The adaptation process for the A6461500278 engine control unit must be performed using Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry. After correct programming, the 0281012825 control unit stores the vehicle data and operates like a factory-new module.
Q&A – engine control unit A6461500278 / 0281012825
Does engine control unit 0281012825 fit Mercedes Vito 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit 0281012825 is designed for Mercedes Vito with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine and requires programming after installation.
Which Mercedes models is control unit A6461500278 compatible with?
Engine control unit A6461500278 is used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI produced between 2003–2010.
Is ECU 0281012825 supplied in VIRGIN version?
Yes, ECU 0281012825 is available in VIRGIN (clean) version, without stored VIN or immobilizer data.
Does engine control unit A6461500278 require programming?
Yes, the A6461500278 engine control unit in VIRGIN version requires adaptation to the vehicle using Star Diagnosis or Xentry.
Will part number 0281012825 start the vehicle without coding?
No, engine control unit 0281012825 will not start the vehicle without prior programming to the specific car.
Can A6461500278 be used as a replacement for a faulty control unit?
Yes, A6461500278 can be used as a replacement, provided that programming or data cloning is performed.
Which device is required to program control unit 0281012825?
Programming of engine control unit 0281012825 requires Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry.
Is control unit A6461500278 compatible with Viano 2.2 CDI?
Yes, the A6461500278 engine control unit is compatible with Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI, as long as the part number matches the original.