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Old Aug 31, 2003 | 11:24 PM
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Hmm, weird I can't seems to find any website for Metra. I have found some aftermarket audio shop carrying that brand but it doesn't make much sense, I can't even find the dash kit for my make. Do you have a link for it Bluell?
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Old Nov 19, 2003 | 10:43 PM
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Hey, what happened to the pics at the start of this thread? They're gone!
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Old Nov 19, 2003 | 10:45 PM
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Originally posted by wysocki
Hey, what happened to the pics at the start of this thread? They're gone!
I believe a lot of the pics got lost due to the recent shut down of the forum.
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Old Nov 19, 2003 | 10:45 PM
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Originally posted by wysocki
Hey, what happened to the pics at the start of this thread? They're gone!


This was my favorite thread!!! session i hope you still have the pics!
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 08:56 AM
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can I use these same instructions for the install of a new a/c unit? are the pics anywhere on the site?
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 09:11 AM
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Never fear, I still have all of the photos.

I'll fix them now. Looks like the pictures were deleted as attachments because they were larger than 800x600. I'll simply link them from my own website.

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All of the photos are fixed now. Please let me know if there are any discrepancies between them and the old attachments.

Here's the link to all of the pictures:
http://fourspace.com/photos/audio10/index.html
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 09:48 AM
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it looks like the A/C unit is attached to the trip. is that possible? I thought it would be attached just like the HU? any insight?
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 09:52 AM
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Re: A/C unit

Originally posted by jscavo
it looks like the A/C unit is attached to the trip. is that possible? I thought it would be attached just like the HU? any insight?
You can remove the A/C unit just as easily. Just unplug it from the console and remove it from the trim.
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 01:13 PM
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 01:46 PM
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Here are the two plugs connected to the climate control
Attached Thumbnails DIY: Audio 10 Install Pics / W203 ('01-'04) Center Console Removal Instructions-climatecontrolback.jpg  
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 03:40 PM
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Thankyou! this post saved my day!
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 04:07 PM
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thats true. audio10 install thread is one that comes in handy for many of us.
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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 02:15 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2004 | 09:13 AM
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Does anyone still have these pics available?


Thank you!!!!
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Old Nov 17, 2004 | 10:26 AM
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I too would like to see the images. Session's link http://fourspace.com/photos/audio10/index.html gives me a 404 error (URL not found)
Perhaps Session could link up with the owner of http://www.installuniversity.com/mb/index.htm and post it all there.
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Old Nov 18, 2004 | 01:00 AM
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I posted pics on another forum. Check out the link on my website in the How To section.

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Does anyone still have these pics available?


Thank you!!!!
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Old Dec 1, 2004 | 10:47 PM
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Sorry about that; I was moving pictures on my website around. They work now.
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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 07:11 AM
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Thank you very much, i really do appreciate your post, very very helpful
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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 07:39 AM
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I just used those picts to do the install of my Audio 10 and I must say, the actual process is a LOT easier than it seems =) Just get the right tools and it will sail right in.

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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 06:44 PM
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i used these same instructions when i installed my Audio10 Feb 2003. referenced them to remove the Audio 10. ive taken my center console apart countless time now for digital climate control install, PTS swtich row install, IMS switch row install, XM install, and so on. the process is not hard at all!
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Old Dec 6, 2004 | 10:02 AM
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i just ordered a climatronic. Just wondering once i remove the old one in order to tell if it works i just plug it up, right? Is there anything special i have to do? Will the circulation button still open and close the windows and roof? thanks
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Old Sep 18, 2005 | 04:09 AM
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Thanks Session for this thread - just swapped an Audio 10 tape unit for the CD version and it worked like a dream. No problems whatsoever. Brilliant. Thanks again.
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Old Feb 6, 2007 | 08:24 AM
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Does the The MB Audio 10 have an Auxillary input for ipod or mp3 player input?
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Old Mar 3, 2007 | 03:12 PM
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Would love to see install of MB CD changer for W203 (coupe)

Those photos and instructions were fantastic, really helps eliminate the mystery of this console. I recently had MB dealer unsecure my HU, thought I was going with a new HU to use phone controls, but decided to stick with original (MB tape HU w/phone controls) Looks like I may be able to put it back in myself w/out a trip to the dealer thanks to your post.

Planning on installing ARGOS B-tooth interface to retain rest of the stock phone controls/wiring/etc.

Do you know of a similar install dcoumentation on the forum which shows install of MB CD changer for glove box?? Planning on that after the ARGOS.

Many thanks,
-Glenn

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Old Apr 12, 2007 | 02:24 AM
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Thanks..

Your post helped me out alot.
Pulled apart the audio10 CD player, gave it to the local TV repair technician to run RCA leads that will connect just before the MOSFET chip. Therefore I can have a pre-amplified signal so then i can use an external EQ and amp and subwoofer. Here are some pics..

https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...4&d=1176357501
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