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08-02-2014, 01:29 PM
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I just got the W205 (UK) and just want to say, THIS is an awesome thread. Most of the items still apply: tunnel-mode, window/ sunroof control when locking with key or keyless go, wing mirror activation when R engaged (found these 3 to be the most useful).
The only gripe I have is as there is no numberpad, I can't do any of the tips which involve pressing numbers or # or *.
And if only I could use the Internet in car with iPhone... not sure why Apple don't allow it!
The only gripe I have is as there is no numberpad, I can't do any of the tips which involve pressing numbers or # or *.
And if only I could use the Internet in car with iPhone... not sure why Apple don't allow it!
08-02-2014, 04:27 PM
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I just got the W205 (UK) and just want to say, THIS is an awesome thread. Most of the items still apply: tunnel-mode, window/ sunroof control when locking with key or keyless go, wing mirror activation when R engaged (found these 3 to be the most useful).
The only gripe I have is as there is no numberpad, I can't do any of the tips which involve pressing numbers or # or *.
And if only I could use the Internet in car with iPhone... not sure why Apple don't allow it!
The only gripe I have is as there is no numberpad, I can't do any of the tips which involve pressing numbers or # or *.
And if only I could use the Internet in car with iPhone... not sure why Apple don't allow it!
08-02-2014, 05:02 PM
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1) aux input in glove compartment.
1a) if you have ipod integration, the aux input is tucked away under the plastic cover.
what plastic cover?
sorry if this has already been answered.... new to this
1a) if you have ipod integration, the aux input is tucked away under the plastic cover.
what plastic cover?
sorry if this has already been answered.... new to this
01-05-2015, 08:42 AM
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I've noticed that the CD player (or whatever media) gets louder as the outside volume is increased. Ever since I've removed my mufflers, the car sometimes has a loud drone to it and the volume automatically goes up to match it.
08-12-2015, 04:07 AM
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Another one to add?
If you press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on your remote simultaneously for a few seconds, the lights will flash. This toggles between unlock/disarm modes. Either all doors will unlock when you hit the unlock button, or just the driver's door will unlock, requiring a second press on the button to open the remaining doors.
Personally I find the feature annoying, but I suppose if it was my wife's car and she parked in sketchy areas, it might be a good idea.
If you press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on your remote simultaneously for a few seconds, the lights will flash. This toggles between unlock/disarm modes. Either all doors will unlock when you hit the unlock button, or just the driver's door will unlock, requiring a second press on the button to open the remaining doors.
Personally I find the feature annoying, but I suppose if it was my wife's car and she parked in sketchy areas, it might be a good idea.
10-03-2015, 05:27 AM
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10-03-2015, 02:08 PM
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11-06-2016, 05:46 PM
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Hi
I'm new to this so was wondering if someone can help me out. I had my c220 cdi diesel 58 plate serviced (A) at Dronsfield independent merc specialist in Greater Manchester. Since the service, I've had issues with the accelation being slow, feel like the power has gone. I'm not too sure if Dronsfield garage have caused this. Can the accelartion be affected after Service A? Can it be fixed and by myself? Do I need to take it back to them? I'm concerned that they'll just flog me off saying it's nothing and it's just me.
Any suggestion please?
Thanks,
K
I'm new to this so was wondering if someone can help me out. I had my c220 cdi diesel 58 plate serviced (A) at Dronsfield independent merc specialist in Greater Manchester. Since the service, I've had issues with the accelation being slow, feel like the power has gone. I'm not too sure if Dronsfield garage have caused this. Can the accelartion be affected after Service A? Can it be fixed and by myself? Do I need to take it back to them? I'm concerned that they'll just flog me off saying it's nothing and it's just me.
Any suggestion please?
Thanks,
K
11-06-2016, 07:21 PM
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2010 C300 4MATIC........ 2011 C63 AMG.............. 2015 CLS400 4MATIC.....
Anyway, I was getting up super hard today and I noticed the sound get louder LOL it's more adrenaline, and then you slow down and it goes back down
its like they want us to speed xD
11-07-2016, 07:38 PM
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Hi
I'm new to this so was wondering if someone can help me out. I had my c220 cdi diesel 58 plate serviced (A) at Dronsfield independent merc specialist in Greater Manchester. Since the service, I've had issues with the accelation being slow, feel like the power has gone. I'm not too sure if Dronsfield garage have caused this. Can the accelartion be affected after Service A? Can it be fixed and by myself? Do I need to take it back to them? I'm concerned that they'll just flog me off saying it's nothing and it's just me.
Any suggestion please?
Thanks,
K
I'm new to this so was wondering if someone can help me out. I had my c220 cdi diesel 58 plate serviced (A) at Dronsfield independent merc specialist in Greater Manchester. Since the service, I've had issues with the accelation being slow, feel like the power has gone. I'm not too sure if Dronsfield garage have caused this. Can the accelartion be affected after Service A? Can it be fixed and by myself? Do I need to take it back to them? I'm concerned that they'll just flog me off saying it's nothing and it's just me.
Any suggestion please?
Thanks,
K
Try the following steps which should reset your vehicle's TCU and it will then begin to adapt to your driving style: ( copying/pasting from another thread).
(1) Get into the driver's seat, and make sure all doors, windows, and sunroof is closed.
(2) Turn the ignition key to the on (not start) position. <== Position #2 where all the lights on the dash turn on but NOT to where the engine turns on!
(3) Press the gas pedal to the floor and hold for five seconds.
(4) Turn the key to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.<== I personally keep the gas pedal depressed for 5-10 additional seconds AFTER I turn off the key.
(5) Wait at least two minutes for TCU to reset. (key in) <== Very important to leave the key in the ignition!
Hope this helps...
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11-12-2016, 11:58 AM
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Unlikely that this was caused by anything by service as it takes some time for the adaptive transmission to alter it's settings on these cars.
Try the following steps which should reset your vehicle's TCU and it will then begin to adapt to your driving style: ( copying/pasting from another thread).
(1) Get into the driver's seat, and make sure all doors, windows, and sunroof is closed.
(2) Turn the ignition key to the on (not start) position. <== Position #2 where all the lights on the dash turn on but NOT to where the engine turns on!
(3) Press the gas pedal to the floor and hold for five seconds.
(4) Turn the key to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.<== I personally keep the gas pedal depressed for 5-10 additional seconds AFTER I turn off the key.
(5) Wait at least two minutes for TCU to reset. (key in) <== Very important to leave the key in the ignition!
Hope this helps...
Try the following steps which should reset your vehicle's TCU and it will then begin to adapt to your driving style: ( copying/pasting from another thread).
(1) Get into the driver's seat, and make sure all doors, windows, and sunroof is closed.
(2) Turn the ignition key to the on (not start) position. <== Position #2 where all the lights on the dash turn on but NOT to where the engine turns on!
(3) Press the gas pedal to the floor and hold for five seconds.
(4) Turn the key to the "off" position (don't remove the key), then release the gas pedal.<== I personally keep the gas pedal depressed for 5-10 additional seconds AFTER I turn off the key.
(5) Wait at least two minutes for TCU to reset. (key in) <== Very important to leave the key in the ignition!
Hope this helps...
Thank you for response. It really has helped. Cheers bud.
03-17-2018, 02:25 AM
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Sorry to revive this GREAT Thread, but when I try to re-sync my Sunroof, should I hold it (when fully opened and closed) on No.1 (Manual), or No. 2 (Automatic)? Like past the resistance point, or what? Because whatever I try to do, the sunroof always does the whole stuttering motion in the closing process.
08-02-2018, 12:26 PM
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I think to make the auto tilt work, the mirror switch should be on right side position.
12-22-2018, 08:15 PM
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Anyone know the 'secret' to getting the AUX input to turn on so I can put a bluetooth adapter on the 30-pin ipod interface. In Engineering mode "Audio AUX" is greyed out and no power is going to the plug.
01-13-2019, 12:22 AM
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Great thread! I’ve really enjoyed reading it. Some other things I’ve noticed (or been ignorant of), I don’t remember them being mentioned...
Door lights go off after leaving the door open for approx 5 minutes. Same for boot/trunk light.
The glove compartment has an adjustable vent to allow cooling of its contents.
If you use the key to open the car but don’t actually open a door, the car locks itself after 40 seconds.
COMAND can be used without the key in the ignition. Simply press the “ON” button. Doh! It took me a few months to realise this.
In the above situation, COMAND will request that the engine be started if the battery is being drained too much. You can prolong the usage of COMAND without the engine on by going to the System setting and selecting “Display off” (unless of course you are using the display).
For the mirror adjustment on selecting reverse gear, you need optional P64 “Memory Package”. Look up your VIN to see if you have it.
With the W204 facelift, the aux input is no longer in the glove compartment. There is now a USB and MB media interface connector in the centre console storage compartment. There are 3 supplied cables for the interface connector - 3.5 mm stereo jack, iPod connector (30 pin) and USB socket.
A few differences I’ve noticed between models in different countries...
. Electric seat adjustment sometimes only on the driver’s door, not the passenger’s.
. Convenience opening/closing feature (by using recirculating button) not present.
. Climate controls - “Zone” button verses “Max Cool” button.
. Speed Limit Assist is disabled in some countries.
. Steering wheel on the wrong side - haha
Door lights go off after leaving the door open for approx 5 minutes. Same for boot/trunk light.
The glove compartment has an adjustable vent to allow cooling of its contents.
If you use the key to open the car but don’t actually open a door, the car locks itself after 40 seconds.
COMAND can be used without the key in the ignition. Simply press the “ON” button. Doh! It took me a few months to realise this.
In the above situation, COMAND will request that the engine be started if the battery is being drained too much. You can prolong the usage of COMAND without the engine on by going to the System setting and selecting “Display off” (unless of course you are using the display).
For the mirror adjustment on selecting reverse gear, you need optional P64 “Memory Package”. Look up your VIN to see if you have it.
With the W204 facelift, the aux input is no longer in the glove compartment. There is now a USB and MB media interface connector in the centre console storage compartment. There are 3 supplied cables for the interface connector - 3.5 mm stereo jack, iPod connector (30 pin) and USB socket.
A few differences I’ve noticed between models in different countries...
. Electric seat adjustment sometimes only on the driver’s door, not the passenger’s.
. Convenience opening/closing feature (by using recirculating button) not present.
. Climate controls - “Zone” button verses “Max Cool” button.
. Speed Limit Assist is disabled in some countries.
. Steering wheel on the wrong side - haha
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01-16-2019, 03:45 PM
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Not sure which model years this one works on, but it works on my 2015 -
At a stop sign/stop light, etc., when holding down the brake pedal, stomp on the brake pedal once again quickly. This puts the car in HOLD mode (says 'HOLD' under the speedo) and holds the brakes on (including brake lights). Nice for long lines in the drive thru or stubborn traffic signals.
At a stop sign/stop light, etc., when holding down the brake pedal, stomp on the brake pedal once again quickly. This puts the car in HOLD mode (says 'HOLD' under the speedo) and holds the brakes on (including brake lights). Nice for long lines in the drive thru or stubborn traffic signals.
01-17-2019, 02:19 AM
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Not sure which model years this one works on, but it works on my 2015 -
At a stop sign/stop light, etc., when holding down the brake pedal, stomp on the brake pedal once again quickly. This puts the car in HOLD mode (says 'HOLD' under the speedo) and holds the brakes on (including brake lights). Nice for long lines in the drive thru or stubborn traffic signals.
At a stop sign/stop light, etc., when holding down the brake pedal, stomp on the brake pedal once again quickly. This puts the car in HOLD mode (says 'HOLD' under the speedo) and holds the brakes on (including brake lights). Nice for long lines in the drive thru or stubborn traffic signals.
04-10-2019, 04:49 PM
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To make the mirror tilt down, hit the left mirror adjust button. Then, every time you back up it'll come on. To make it not tilt down, hit the right mirror adjust button. Of course, this thread is 10 years old and you have all probably figured that out by now. LOL
Anyway, some info for the newbies with this question.
Anyway, some info for the newbies with this question.
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