MK3 Mercedes Sprinter Vito VW Crafter Universal ESL / ELV Steering Lock Emulator

  • Brand: MK3
  • Product Code: ELV-MB-MK-3
  • Availability: 10
  • 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.

  1. Disconnect the original ELV / ESL steering lock connector from the vehicle.
  2. If the steering lock is in the locked position, the original ESL / ELV unit must be unlocked or removed from the vehicle.
  3. Connect the universal Mercedes ESL / ELV emulator to the vehicle instead of the original steering lock unit.
  4. Insert the key into the EIS / EZS and check that the ignition switches on.
  5. 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.

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