MK3 Mercedes Sprinter Vito VW Crafter Universal ESL / ELV Steering Lock Emulator
- Brand: MK3
- Product Code: ELV-MB-MK-3
- Availability: 10
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24.00€
- Ex Tax: 19.83€
Universal Mercedes ESL / ELV / VW Crafter / Sprinter emulator installation
The universal Mercedes ESL / ELV / VW Crafter / Sprinter emulator does not require programming.
- Disconnect the original ELV / ESL steering lock connector from the vehicle.
- If the steering lock is in the locked position, the original ESL / ELV unit must be unlocked or removed from the vehicle.
- Connect the universal Mercedes ESL / ELV emulator to the vehicle instead of the original steering lock unit.
- Insert the key into the EIS / EZS and check that the ignition switches on.
- Check engine start.
Mercedes ESL / ELV emulator indicator:
After connecting the emulator to the vehicle or to a test cable, insert the key into the EIS / EZS.
- If the green indicator lights up on the emulator, the emulator has been recognized by the system and the vehicle is ready to operate.
- If the red indicator lights up on the emulator, check that the emulator matches the specific EIS / EZS system and check the key condition.
- If the emulator indicator does not light up, check the vehicle power supply and the condition of the wiring / cables.
Additional information:
After being used on one vehicle, the emulator can be connected to another vehicle without programming.
The universal MK3 Mercedes / VW Crafter ESL / ELV emulator is designed to replace the electronic steering column lock ESL / ELV on compatible Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Volkswagen Crafter vehicles.
Main features:
- Compatibility: Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter
- System: electronic steering column lock ESL / ELV
- Function: emulates the signal of a working ESL / ELV module
- Installation: Plug & Start
- Programming: not required
- Additional function: steering lock sound simulation
EU Shipping: Delivery across Europe usually takes 3–10 business days, with tracking.
Compatible models:
- Mercedes-Benz W169, W202, W203, W208, W209, W210, W211, W219, W463
- Mercedes-Benz W906 Sprinter
- Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito / Viano
- Volkswagen Crafter 2003 - 2009
Advantages:
- Used in case of electronic steering column lock failure
- Can be used as an alternative to replacing the original ESL / ELV module
- No programming required
- Supports steering lock sound simulation
- Compact size, convenient installation
Additional information:
More about Mercedes ESL / ELV steering lock problems, fault symptoms and emulator application can be found in the article:
Mercedes steering lock repair — ESL / ELV emulator
Important:
The emulator is an electronic component. After connection to the vehicle, installation or actual use, the item cannot be returned as a new unused product.
Product inspection does not include using the emulator in a vehicle as a temporary replacement for a faulty ESL / ELV module.





