Xentry Ignition Enabler ((install)) Page
This happens because authentic Mercedes diagnostic hardware reads a specific voltage fluctuation or encrypted CAN signal on pin 15 (Ignition) that clones cannot perfectly replicate. The sits between your multiplexer and the OBDII port (or between the multiplexer and the 14-pin round adapter for older trucks) to artificially generate this missing signal.
: It is widely used with older versions of DAS and newer Xentry OpenShell or PassThru installations. xentry ignition enabler
However, for the millions of Mercedes vehicles produced from 2005 to 2020 (W164, W204, W211, W212, W906 Sprinter, etc.), the remains the single most important accessory for the independent mechanic. As long as the aftermarket supports C4/C5 clones, the enabler will have a place in the toolbox. However, for the millions of Mercedes vehicles produced
Activating the ignition circuitry requires power. If the vehicle has a completely dead or disconnected battery, the power must come from the diagnostic tool. If the vehicle has a completely dead or
: Enables the software to perform a "Quick Test" of all vehicle systems by making the program believe the key is in the "Run" position. Voltage Monitoring : While it simulates the ignition