Programming Wabco EBS3/EBS4/EBS4+ (Mercedes Truck)
The braking system of Mercedes-Benz trucks is controlled by the Electronic Braking System (EBS) module. It ensures efficient braking, allowing the truck to reach its destination safely. Programming options are discussed in the article.
Programming Mercedes Trucks with Wabco EBS3/EBS4+
The braking system of Mercedes-Benz trucks is controlled by the Electronic Braking System (EBS) module. It ensures efficient braking, allowing the truck to reach its destination safely.
There are two manufacturers producing similar modules for Mercedes trucks: Wabco and Knorr-Bremse. In Mercedes trucks, you can find the following EBS versions:
Wabco EBS3
Wabco EBS4
Wabco EBS4+
Knorr-Bremse EBS5
How to determine the version of Wabco EBS:
At first glance, all Wabco EBS modules look almost identical, and the differences can only be identified by the label. The board looks very similar in all versions (EBS3, EBS4, EBS4+), and the connectors with pinouts are also the same.
For programming these modules on the bench, a single cable is used, which is suitable for all these versions.
All these EBS modules have the same MCU processor: MPC5554.
Programming Options:
With the new release of Truck Explorer software, you can access programming functions such as:
Read/write full firmware and EEPROM in JTAG mode.
Useful for restoring memory if your EBS is faulty.
After replacement with a new MCU, you can flash the necessary memory files.
Can be used for cloning.
Requires opening the control unit and connecting an adapter for soldering.
Video guide for reading/writing MB Wabco EBS in JTAG mode
Read/write full firmware and EEPROM in DC2 mode.
Quick and easy connection on the bench using a cable.
The control unit is extracted from the truck, but it does not need to be opened.
Can be used for module diagnostics.
Can be used for cloning.
Video guide for reading/writing MB Wabco EBS in DC2 mode
Read/write full firmware and EEPROM in OBD mode.
Quick and easy connection through the on-board diagnostic port (OBD port) of the vehicle.
The control unit is inside the truck.
Can be used for cloning.
Video guide for reading/writing MB Wabco EBS via OBD
Read/erase fault codes.
Change parameters (VIN number).
Requirements to Get Started:
VEI V6/7 Device
DIRECTCONNECT 2U Device
DC2-EBS34 Cable for MB (white or gray color) - a special cable for connecting to Mercedes-Benz trucks.
DC2U-ISP-JTAG-BDM Cable - used for connection via In-System Programming (ISP), Joint Test Action Group (JTAG), and Background Debug Mode (BDM).
DC2U-JTAG8 Cable - used for JTAG connection.
DC2 License - for Direct Connect 2U Tool.
EBS License - for Electronic Braking System operation.
Software version not lower than v6.20.
After obtaining all the necessary equipment, connect the VEI device V6/7 to the truck or directly to the EBS control unit using the cable and Direct Connect 2U tool.
Note: Refer to your MyVEI account for the JTAG connection guide.
Open the Truck Explorer application. In the program, select:
Mercedes
On-board diagnostics (OBD) or
Direct connection
Direct connection BSL/JTAG/...
DC2-EBS3/EBS4 Wabco
Click "Connect."
After connecting, you can see all the information about your EBS module in the bottom right corner. On the left side, you will see tabs in the menu:
"Memory-EBS" - for analyzing EBS module memory and reading/writing firmware and EEPROM files.
"Parameters EBS" - for changing the VIN code.
"Fault Codes" - for diagnostics.
That's it. Programming Mercedes Wabco EBS modules is now that simple!
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