Well the short answer to the original QUESTION is no, there is not a reasonably priced scanner that can access all the systems.

Not to jack the thread, but what is available to the non-shop owner for $2500 - 3000? If Mercedes ownership is a long term proposition, the investment may be worthwhile.

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