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Mercedes 38-pins OBD1 – 16-pins OBD2 Adapter Cable | Passenger Car

Name: Mercedes 38-pins OBD1 – 16-pins OBD2 Adapter Cable | Passenger Car
Brand: AsTools
SKU: A0019 / 1.37
Price: 9.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

€9,95 incl.

€8,22 excl.

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The Mercedes-Benz 38-pin to 16-pin OBD2 Adapter Cable is designed to connect modern diagnostic equipment with a 16-pin connector to older Mercedes-Benz vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with the older, round 38-pin diagnostic port. The cable is intended for performing diagnostics and communicating with the vehicle’s various control units.

The Adapter acts as a physical bridge by converting the pin configuration of the 38-pin connector to the standardized 16-pin OBD2 interface. This allows a diagnostic tool to receive power and use communication lines such as the K-Line to access supported systems. The cable does not convert communication protocols; the connected scanner must be compatible with the protocols of the specific Mercedes-Benz model.

ADVANTAGES

✔ Makes older Mercedes-Benz vehicles accessible to modern OBD2 scanners.

✔ Provides a stable connection for reading various control units.

✔ Compact and robust design, suitable for use in a workshop environment.

✔ Immediate plug-and-play functionality without software installation or configuration.

IMPORTANT NOTES

✕ The cable does not perform protocol conversion; the diagnostic device must support the vehicle protocol.

✕ Functionality fully depends on the software capabilities of the used diagnostic device.

✕ Only compatible with Mercedes-Benz models equipped with a 38-pin connector.

✕ Access to systems and data is more limited than with vehicles featuring a native OBD2 system.

Applications and Functionality

This Adapter Cable enables diagnostics on older Mercedes-Benz models using a modern OBD2 scanner.

Reading and clearing fault codes: Accessing fault memories of modules such as engine (ECU), ABS, SRS, and transmission.
Live data display: Viewing real-time sensor values and system parameters, depending on vehicle support.
System diagnosis: Establishing a communication line with specific control units for diagnostic purposes.

Compatible vehicles and applications

The cable is compatible with various Mercedes-Benz models, mainly produced before 2001.

Mercedes-Benz:

C-Class W202: (1993-2000)
CLK-Class W208: (1997-2002)
E-Class W124: (1993-1995)
E-Class W210: (1995-2001)
S-Class W140: (1991-1998)
SL-Class R129: (1989-2001)
SLK-Class R170: (1996-2000)

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Good to know: The 38-pin diagnostic connector is located in the engine compartment on most models, usually protected by a round, black cover. Check for the presence of this port before using the cable.

Package Contents

1x Mercedes 38-pin OBD1 – 16-pin OBD2 Adapter Cable