- Model years
- 2010–2018
- Engine options
- 3
- Coding modules
- 1
- Codeable settings
- 59
- Make-wide fault codes
- 5,180
CarCoding is an app for iPhone, Android, and Windows that works with an ELM327 OBD2 adapter. On the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218) from 2010–2018, it can read fault codes and perform ECU coding on 1 coding module. The app provides manufacturer fault code descriptions, with 5180 descriptions available for this vehicle, and covers 59 codable settings.
On the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218), CarCoding works with an ELM327 OBD2 adapter to change available ECU coding settings. Examples include Language Setting, Speed Limit (Permanent Speedtronic), Permanent Display Selection, Daytime Running Light, Display Unit Speedometer/Distance, Daytime Running Light Engine-Dependent, Tailgate Opening Limiter, Radar Sensorics Advanced Distronic, Intelligent Light System (ILS_FactDef), and Entry Assist (Easy_Entry_FactDef).
Supported coding modules
The CarCoding coding database defines 1 modules and 59 settings for this platform. Open a module to see every setting it carries.
Grouped by category. Open a module to see every setting it exposes.
Instrument cluster
Engine options
- CLS 350 3.5 Petrol 306HP
- AMG CLS 63 S 5.5 Petrol 557HP
- CLS 350d 3.0 Diesel 265HP
Fault codes for this make
There are 5,180 manufacturer fault code descriptions for Mercedes-Benz · Smart. Open a code block and read what your code means.
Frequently asked questions
Which app can do ECU coding on the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218)?
CarCoding does ECU coding on the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218) (2010–2018) from your phone: 59 codeable settings are defined across 1 modules; example settings: Language Setting, Speed Limit (Permanent Speedtronic), Permanent Display Selection, Daytime Running Light, Display Unit Speedometer/Distance, Daytime Running Light Engine-Dependent. An ELM327-based OBD2 adapter with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is all you need; the app runs on iPhone, Android and Windows and is free to download.
Can I read fault codes on the Mercedes-Benz CLS (W218)?
Yes. Besides standard OBD2 engine codes there are 5,180 manufacturer fault code descriptions for this make group; you can read and clear them.
Which adapter do I need?
An ELM327-based OBD2 adapter with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is all you need; the app runs on iPhone, Android and Windows and is free to download.
How do I start?
- Plug an ELM327-compatible OBD2 adapter into the car.
- Open CarCoding and connect to the adapter over Bluetooth.
- Pick the make and model — or let the VIN identify it.
- Read fault codes; on supported vehicles, open the module settings.
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Get CarCoding
Connect your ELM327 adapter, read fault codes, and browse module settings on supported vehicles.
The app is free to download.