EDC320

Has anybody looked into whether we can sawp out the entire center section of the 2001-2004 C's to retrofit the car with the new improved 2005 features, e.g., DVD navigation?
From the looks of the car it seems that we would need to change the center section from the ashtray up to the center vents.
DVD comand would be great.

amdeutsch

Can't be done. New cars use MOST protocol whereas older model use DB2. For more indepth discussion please this forum. I'm too lazy.

Silver C

I just had the same idea.. Good thing I searched abit otherwise I'd have my rear handed to me hehehe..

WaveyKat

old thread lol here you go: https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ntg-2-5-a.html

its old but it sucks when someone quick to say it can't be done without even trying.

dynomite05

This is for a 209, but it's close to the 203.

http://www.mwstewart.co.uk/articles/...celiftconsole/

tommy

Wouldn't it be a hell of a lot easier (and have more functionality) just to install a new aftermarket dvd navi?

dynomite05

Yup, that's why I'm only upgrading the HVAC and upper controls. Installing an Avic instead of the command.

Silver C

Thanks Wavey!

amanonfire

I've been looking around and the new Clarion and JVC decks seem better than the Avic.

dynomite05

Which models are you comparing? I have the Z120BT. I don't think I would put a clarion or JVC into an MB, just doesn't sound right.

Silver C

Well if we're talking about third party doule dins, then i guess pioneer would be my first choice here..