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AR82.95-P-7000-01TB Authorize Telecommunications Control Unit



AR82.95-P-7000-01TB Authorize Telecommunications Control Unit


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Automatic data exchange

1 Connect STAR DIAGNOSIS and read out fault code from telecommunications control unit. If the telecommunications control unit is defective, (see list "Troubleshooting Guide"), it must be replaced.
2 Order a new telecommunications control unit from MBUSA (Parts Center).

MBUSA (Parts Center) will deliver a new telecommunications control unit to the dealer.

3 In the DAS system select the "Startup with automatic takeover of settings of previous control unit" menu. After this select the "CTEL - Control unit Telecommunication for telematics services TELE-AID, Fixed installation cellular telephone, telephone adapter for portable CTEL" menu.

4 Vehicle and control unit-specific data
- VIN (Vehicle Ident. No.)
- Write down the MIN (Mobile Identification Number)
- ESN (Electronic Serial Number of Transceiver Unit) in the DAS and note it at the same time.

5 Replace old telecommunications control unit with a new telecommunications control unit.
6 Vehicle and control unit-specific data
- VIN (Vehicle Ident. No.)
- Write MIN (Mobile Identification Number)
- ESN (Electronic Serial Number of Transceiver Unit) into new telecommunications control unit and note down.

7 Call ATX (tel. no.: 1-800-756-9018) and convey the noted data to the service team.

The service team at ATX requires vehicle and control unit-specific data:
- VIN (Vehicle Ident. No.)
- MIN (Mobile Identification Number)
- ESN (Electronic Serial Number of Transceiver Unit)

Based on this information, ATX commissions activation of the new telecommunications control unit at AT&T (activation can last up to 30 min.).
Furthermore, ATX authorizes deactivation of the old telecommunications control unit at AT&T.

8 Perform test call for function check.

Upon demand by ATX.