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GeorgeG Apr 9, 2018 02:37 PM

Better scanner
 
I need better scanner data than the garden variety Innova or Accutron (I have both). I want to spend under $200 I was hot on the trail of the icarsoft MBii, Launch X431 VIII, Carly app etc but one by one as I finally find the list of vehicles that these scanner apply to my R170 (2001 SLK320) is not on the list, only the R171 and R172. Whats the most scanner I can buy for under $200 that applies to my vehicle. I DIY everything and was in the electronics profession, my current problem is a P0600 serial communication error.

Thanks,

George

PelicanParts.com Apr 18, 2018 06:47 PM

Hi George - take a look at the link below to the Schwaben tool. We highly recommend it, please let us know if you have any questions.

Schwaben Pro Scan Tool for Mercedes Benz

GeorgeG Apr 18, 2018 06:58 PM

Never seen this tool. Thanks.

PelicanParts.com Apr 18, 2018 07:00 PM


Originally Posted by GeorgeG (Post 175459)
Never seen this tool. Thanks.

No problem, glad to help out! Please let us know if you have any questions or if we can assist with any other part needs.

Esrog Apr 22, 2018 06:00 PM

P0600 Code?
 
Hey George, thanks for your post. Please share what you find with your P0600 code ... I have the same code and it goes into limp mode.

PelicanParts.com Apr 24, 2018 01:01 PM


Originally Posted by Esrog (Post 175492)
Hey George, thanks for your post. Please share what you find with your P0600 code ... I have the same code and it goes into limp mode.

Here are some points that I found for that specific code:


What causes the P0600 code?

Failing ECU or the ECU has failed
Low battery voltage
ECU wiring harness open, short or poor electrical connection

What are the symptoms of the P0600 code?

The Check Engine Light will be illuminated
ABS and traction control system lights may illuminate
The vehicle runs poorly
Has trouble staying running
Engine may not start
Transmission may not shift properly

Brialeblanc Sep 15, 2025 02:39 PM


Originally Posted by GeorgeG (Post 175410)
I need better scanner data than the garden variety Innova or Accutron (I have both). I want to spend under $200 I was hot on the trail of the icarsoft MBii, Launch X431 VIII, Carly app etc but one by one as I finally find the list of vehicles that these scanner apply to my R170 (2001 SLK320) is not on the list, only the R171 and R172. Whats the most scanner I can buy for under $200 that applies to my vehicle. I DIY everything and was in the electronics profession, my current problem is a P0600 serial communication error.
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Thanks,

George

For your 2001 Mercedes SLK320 (R170), finding an OBD2 scanner under $200 that offers comprehensive diagnostics, including reading and clearing fault codes, is feasible.


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