'07 c280 radio options
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'07 c280 radio options
Hi all- I am new here.
I am wanting some Satellite options for my 2007 c280.
It has the factory radio (non-Bose) installed. No buttons for SAT.
I don't really want to go aftermarket, and it appears they all need to be a "custom fit".
Any advice as to how I can get Satellite radio without a portable unit and wires all over the place?
thanks
I am wanting some Satellite options for my 2007 c280.
It has the factory radio (non-Bose) installed. No buttons for SAT.
I don't really want to go aftermarket, and it appears they all need to be a "custom fit".
Any advice as to how I can get Satellite radio without a portable unit and wires all over the place?
thanks
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2005 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan
Hi all- I am new here.
I am wanting some Satellite options for my 2007 c280.
It has the factory radio (non-Bose) installed. No buttons for SAT.
I don't really want to go aftermarket, and it appears they all need to be a "custom fit".
Any advice as to how I can get Satellite radio without a portable unit and wires all over the place?
thanks
I am wanting some Satellite options for my 2007 c280.
It has the factory radio (non-Bose) installed. No buttons for SAT.
I don't really want to go aftermarket, and it appears they all need to be a "custom fit".
Any advice as to how I can get Satellite radio without a portable unit and wires all over the place?
thanks
Since you have a 2007, they didn't come pre-wired for Satellite so you'll need a wiring harness just for that. You should search the forum on this, a few people have been frustrated by this fact as they assumed it was just adding the satellite unit and antenna. It's still possible, just be aware of this fact -- the dealer will tell you it's not possible. Steve Krabbenborg may be able to help you with this.
With the Audio 20 (standard headunit), a soft key will be available once the satellite unit is installed in the trunk - check your owner's manual. Please note, this won't be a cheap addition. You are looking at a minimum of $1,200 and most likely the dealer won't retrofit this because you don't have the pre-wiring. Only 2004, 2005, and 2006's have pre-wiring. Bon chance.
Last edited by SteveAustin; Dec 1, 2009 at 01:52 PM. Reason: typo
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Since you have a 2007, they didn't come pre-wired for Satellite so you'll need a wiring harness just for that. You should search the forum on this, a few people have been frustrated by this fact as they assumed it was just adding the satellite unit and antenna. It's still possible, just be aware of this fact -- the dealer will tell you it's not possible. Steve Krabbenborg may be able to help you with this.
With the Audio 20 (standard headunit), a soft key will be available once the satellite unit is installed in the trunk - check your owner's manual. Please note, this won't be a cheap addition. You are looking at a minimum of $1,200 and most likely the dealer won't retrofit this because you don't have the pre-wiring. Only 2004, 2005, and 2006's have pre-wiring. Bon chance.
With the Audio 20 (standard headunit), a soft key will be available once the satellite unit is installed in the trunk - check your owner's manual. Please note, this won't be a cheap addition. You are looking at a minimum of $1,200 and most likely the dealer won't retrofit this because you don't have the pre-wiring. Only 2004, 2005, and 2006's have pre-wiring. Bon chance.
