Engine Control Unit A6461502878 / 0281013454 – Mercedes Vito Viano 2.2 CDI VIRGIN
The A6461502878 / 0281013454 engine control unit is a factory control module designed for Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano vehicles equipped with the 2.2 CDI engine. This unit plays a key role in engine management, controlling fuel delivery, injection system operation, and cooperation with safety and driving comfort systems.
The control unit was used in vehicles with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine, produced between 2003–2010. It is found in both commercial Vito versions and passenger Viano models intended for people transport or special conversions.
The offered unit is supplied in VIRGIN (clean) condition, meaning it contains no vehicle data, VIN number, or immobilizer information. This allows the ECU to be safely assigned to another vehicle; however, after installation it requires full adaptation and programming.
The programming process must be carried out using Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry, in accordance with the manufacturer’s procedure. After proper adaptation, the control unit stores the vehicle data and operates like a new factory module.
Q&A – questions about engine control unit 0281013454 / A6461502878
Does engine control unit 0281013454 fit Mercedes Vito 2.2 CDI?
Yes, engine control unit 0281013454 is designed for Mercedes Vito with the 2.2 CDI OM646 engine and requires programming after installation.
Which Mercedes models is control unit A6461502878 compatible with?
Engine control unit A6461502878 is used in Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Viano 2.2 CDI, produced between 2003–2010.
Is ECU 0281013454 supplied in VIRGIN version?
Yes, ECU 0281013454 is offered in VIRGIN version, without stored VIN or immobilizer data.
Does engine control unit A6461502878 require programming?
Yes, the A6461502878 engine control unit in VIRGIN version requires adaptation to the vehicle using Star Diagnosis or Xentry.
Can part number 0281013454 be replaced with another control unit?
Control unit 0281013454 should be used only as a replacement with the same part number or after performing data cloning.
Will A6461502878 start the vehicle without coding?
No, the A6461502878 engine control unit will not start the vehicle without prior programming to the specific car.
Which device is required to program control unit 0281013454?
Programming of engine control unit 0281013454 requires the use of Mercedes Star Diagnosis or Xentry.