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Automatic gear selector GRM (Mercedes A-class W168 / Vaneo W414 ) Repair - TCUs

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Automatic gear selector GRM (Mercedes A-class W168 / Vaneo W414 ) - TCUs repair
By choosing to remanufacture this part, you save 1.38 kg in raw materials.

Common problems

  • Instrument cluster shows 'f' permanently
  • P1709 - Park/Neutral switch
  • P1856 - Selector lever implausible
  • P1875 - CAN communication ESP
  • P1872 - CAN signal from gear recognition module faulty
  • P240C - The CAN signal for the selector lever position from component N15/5 (electronic selector lever module control module) is implausible.

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How we work

We remanufacture the part you send. Prices are exclusive of VAT and possible shipping costs. Offer only applies to garages and dealers and not to individuals.

Automatic gear selector GRM for Mercedes A-Class and Mercedes Vaneo broken

Having problems with the automatic gear selector of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 or the Mercedes-Benz Vaneo W168? ACTRONICS overhauls this TCU component so that problems with shifting are a thing of the past.

Error codes automatic gear selector GRM for Mercedes A-Class and Mercedes Vaneo

The four error codes below are the most common for the automatic gear selector of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 and the Mercedes-Benz Vaneo W414:

  • P1709 - P/N switch broken
  • P1856 - Illogical automatic gear selector position
  • P1875 - CAN bus does not communicate with ESP
  • P1872 - Can signal from TCU broken

Besides these fault codes, it is common to see a constant 'F' on the display.

Repair automatic gear selector GRM Mercedes A-Class and Mercedes Vaneo

ACTRONICS repairs, overhauls and restores automatic gear selectors and many other electronic car parts. Proper diagnosis of the defect is essential for a successful overhaul. ACTRONICS has a specific test set-up for each TCU so that we can make the correct diagnosis, check all TCU functions and perform a final test. In this way, the success rate at ACTRONICS is extremely high.

Successful overhaul by ACTRONICS

Do you have a problem with the automatic gear selector of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 or the Mercedes-Benz Vaneo W414? Through our website, you can quickly and easily start an overhaul request. With a repair by ACTRONICS, no new parts are needed. This makes our overhaul an economical and sustainable repair solution.

  • More economical than a new TCU component
  • 2-year warranty on the overhaul
  • Plug & play

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1. Log in or create an account

ACTRONICS works exclusively with car companies, brand dealers and specialists. You need an ACTRONICS account to place an order. Our customer service will assess whether your account is approved based on the information you have entered.

2. Find your part and create an order

Select your vehicle at the top of this page and choose the part number that you can read on the part. Can't read the OE number? Then select the option "OE number is not in the list" on this page. Can't find the part? Then request a quote.

3. Enter your diagnostic information and order details

When you register a revision order, we ask for more information about your diagnosis, such as your observations and/or an error code. This helps us to carry out the revision. After this, you choose your shipping and payment preference and start the order.

4. Packing & shipping

Make sure the part is securely packed so that it is not damaged during transport. Have you chosen our pick-up service? Then we will ensure that the part is picked up from you. This happens on working days (between 08:00 and 18:00) often within a few hours. Have you chosen to ship it yourself? Then bring the package to a parcel point near you. In both cases, you will receive instructions from our customer service.

5. We test the part

We test and inspect your part as soon as it arrives with us. Then we start the revision. Sometimes our test shows something different than the diagnostic information. In that case, we will contact you and share our findings and diagnosis. We only charge test costs for this and no revision costs.

6. We revise the part

Our specialists revise your part. You will receive updates so that you are always aware of the status of your order. If your part has successfully passed our final test, we will ship it to you. If necessary, we will provide additional workshop instructions and tips.