MERCEDES-BENZ NASTF SECURITY POLICY
- NASTF VSPs are authorized to order DAS4 pre-programmed keys from Mercedes-Benz dealerships
- Dealerships cannot sell blank keys under any circumstances
- All DAS4 key orders must be handled through the NASTF Secure Data Release Model (SDRM)
DAS4 KEYS ORDER REQUIREMENTS
Credentials and Equipment
- Active NASTF VSP credentials
All DAS 4 key transactions must be performed using the NASTF SDRM
- Mercedes-Benz XENTRY Diagnostic Kit
- Active XENTRY Diagnostic subscription via StarTekInfo.com
ADDITIONAL DAS4 KEY ORDERS
- VSP verifies VIN and owner information on-site
- Submit the NASTF SDRM TRP Order form
- Announce the vehicle as present via XENTRY
- Contact Mercedes Benz Dealer, confirm terms of transaction and provide verification of ownership:
- TRP and VSP Authorization
- Proof of Ownership
- VSP Proof of Identity
- Repair Order
- Dealer confirms TRP form for ‘0041’ programmed key
- VSP confirms receipt of the key on the Mercedes TRP form
- VSP verifies key operation prior to customer release
ADDITIONAL DAS4 KEY ORDERS FOR ALL KEYS LOST
- Verify VIN and owner information on-site
- Submit TRP Order form using NASTF SDRM
- VSP registers the vehicle as “present” in the XENTRY Support System to release the key
- Contact dealer, agree upon terms of transaction and provide verification
VSP Proof of Identity
VSP Authorization
Proof of Ownership
Repair Order
- Provide a copy of the XSS ticket showing vehicle release
- Dealer completes TRP form authorizing order and places key order
If the key is not ordered within the 72 window, the process must be completed a second time.
- VSP receives key and confirms receipt on the Mercedes TRP form
- VSP verifies function of the key at the vehicle prior to release to the customer
- Once the keys are taught, the vehicle must be registered through XENTRY Diagnosis as “Present” confirming the VSP has fulfilled the responsibility
DOCUMENTATION CHECKLIST
Every DAS4 transaction must include:
- TRP Authorization
- VSP Authorization
- Proof of Ownership
- Proof of VSP Identity
- Repair Order
- XSS Case (for all-keys-lost)
KEY TIMEFRAMES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- XSS release approval within 24 hours
- Dealer ordering window within 72 hours
- VSP must verify key function on vehicle
Register vehicle as 'Present' in XENTRY after teach-in
REFERENCE MATERIALS
- StarTekInfo.com
XENTRY tools, subscriptions, and XSS ticket submission guide
- NASTF SDRM Portal
Secure Data Release Model access
- Theft-Relevant Parts Ordering Policy
- DAS4 Keys & VSP Documentation
If you have any further questions, please contact the NASTF support team at support.nastf.org.
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