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DIY - setting up the AUX input for iPod, mp3 player, etc.

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Old 10-03-2011, 11:58 AM
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I too at first found that the volume was low when playing off of an mp3. I was using an iphone 4. What i did, another suggestion,

Was go into iTunes and get the volume adjusted on the actual track. Although yes this is time consuming for whatever tracks don't work, but it's another alternative.
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Originally Posted by TexFinn
Installed the AUX cable a couple of weeks ago in the 05. Really easy job.

The only downside is that the volume is really low and you need to crank the stereo and/or the unit hooked up to the AUX port way up.

Solved the problem by ordering this Boostaroo 12V amplifier. Installed it today and now the volume is on the same level and no need to fiddle with it while switching between sources.
i bet its louder with the amp, the stock sound system isnt all that loud to begin with so the amp should defintley help with the volume
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Will this work on a 2007 C230?? Can anyone confirm?
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So ALL 2007 will not support adding the AUX? I have a 2007 CLK350 with 6CDC.

EDIT: I started digging around in my car tonight when I got home from work and I do have the perforated hole in the side of my glove box. I pulled out the door sill and looked at the wires and I think there is a connection but I gotta check again this weekend in the light- didn't want to do too much in the dark.

So, If I have the perforated hole in the glove box, does that mean I can definitely add AUX to my 2007 CLK350?

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Old 11-09-2011, 12:14 AM
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Originally Posted by pewtershade
So, If I have the perforated hole in the glove box, does that mean I can definitely add AUX to my 2007 CLK350?
That hole doesn't mean that you have connector ready
Old 11-09-2011, 07:27 AM
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How many times in this 30 page thread does someone make their first and only post to ask the question that's been answered at least a dozen times? You found the thread; that was the "hard" part. Now just read it. Or your owner's manual.
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2006 AUX Active Input

Is it the same cable harness (Part A2035406107) for a 2006 C230.

Thank you.
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How to connect AUX in with CD radio

hi there,can anybody tell me if is possible to do AUX IN ,in my CD RADIO(picture attached) Its MERCEDES C 200 KOMPRESSOR 2003.if u need any more details about my car let me know pls.thank u very much :-)
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Originally Posted by eddieo45
How many times in this 30 page thread does someone make their first and only post to ask the question that's been answered at least a dozen times? You found the thread; that was the "hard" part. Now just read it. Or your owner's manual.
Maybe you should realize that some people are viewing through iphine, droid or other handheld devices and 30 pages would take hours to read and navigate through. Why does it bug you anyways? You didn't even ask a question but you just whined about the post. It's posts like this and my reply that are stupid and irrelevant so please leave your stupid rants and races on you Facebook page next time.
Thanks!

P.S. Can you tell which which page of my owners manual tells me how to tap into my aux input?
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Originally Posted by JerryT '07 C230
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P.S. Can you tell which which page of my owners manual tells me how to tap into my aux input?
yeah, I'll go look that up for you; sit tight, I'll be right back......
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Hate to bump an old post, but I just installed this part in my 05' C55 and it works great! Thanks OP for the instructions!! The hardest part was getting the screw from the a-panel to go back in but overall it took about 25 minutes.
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I have one of these cables that I removed before I traded the car in. $35 shipped to the first person who wants it.

All you need to do is connect the cable to the existing plug. Very easy mod.
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Originally Posted by 05 MB Komp
I have one of these cables that I removed before I traded the car in. $35 shipped to the first person who wants it.

All you need to do is connect the cable to the existing plug. Very easy mod.
Is this still available?
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Dug around in my 2007 CLK350 per the directions posted earlier and only found this open connection:





Anyone know what this could be used for? AUX maybe?
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Hey guys, so I installed the AUX cable in my 2005 c230 Kompressor, and it works.

The only problem I am having is lots of crackling and static when I switch to AUX Input Active (this happened before the cable extension add-on too).

The crackling and static goes away after about 5-10 minutes.

Has anyone else had this issue and/or know how to fix it before I take it to an audio shop?

Note that it is not the same noise background that the alternator gives off (constant buz, etc).

Thanks!!
Old 01-10-2012, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by 05 MB Komp
I have one of these cables that I removed before I traded the car in. $35 shipped to the first person who wants it.

All you need to do is connect the cable to the existing plug. Very easy mod.
My cable has sold.

Thank you for the inquiries.
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Originally Posted by slickano
Is it the same cable harness (Part A2035406107) for a 2006 C230.

Thank you.
I just installed it on my C230 '06 the part # from the dealer was A 210 440 50 05. It was really easy install. Just make sure you unscrew that one bolt on the A pillar and everything comes off easily. Also I found my connector was towards the front behind the pillar not so much on the door sill.
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Connector underneath trim missing

Hello, I tried to find this connection today, and I´m positive that it´s not there. I´ve opened the trim both ways up to the point that the wires disappear into the bodywork, and there is no loose connector there.

Anyone with a clue? BTW I did check that it´s not already installed, doh. I would like to wire it to appear in the centre console, and branch it for two connections, is it possible to just plug it into the amp somewhere?

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Originally Posted by Blake P
Sorry to hear that, but I think it's been clearly stated that this is only applicable to 2005 and up model C's.
Just saw this; I do have the CDC button, long-pressing it toggles "AUX line in".
My car is, however, a 2004 with the face lift.

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Awesome DIY!!!! Took 2 days to come in...and 10minutes to install. Definitely worth the $50
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this is an awesome DYI and write props to the creator! i just finished this and searched...sadly i don't have the connection...
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hi all,
i was wondering if this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aux-Line-cable-Mercedes-Audio-20-50-04-08-pannello-/120583566004?pt=Monitor_Caricatori_ed_Accessori&ha sh=item1c135732b4 cable would work because i am not forking out $120 at my local benz dealership for a cable. Does the genuine aux. connector have this many pins?

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Old 03-26-2012, 01:34 AM
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I think you can just use any cable, strip the ends and attach it to harness... You only need the pinouts, and I think someone had posted on the forums somewhere.
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Originally Posted by MrFixit
hi all,
i was wondering if this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aux-Line-cable-Mercedes-Audio-20-50-04-08-pannello-/120583566004?pt=Monitor_Caricatori_ed_Accessori&ha sh=item1c135732b4 cable would work because i am not forking out $120 at my local benz dealership for a cable. Does the genuine aux. connector have this many pins?
I would also like to know if this cable would work. My dealer is now charging $90 for the cable and there's over a 3 week wait for the part. If anyone has the pin out diagram that would be great too!

Thanks!
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Originally Posted by sawloo
I wired an extension cable to the center hand rest compartment. I am actually looking for a bluetooth module to connect my cell and ipod wirelessly. Anyone has some good suggestion?




How did you wire it all the way from the glove compartment to the middle console? I have this aux connection also but its in my glove box... and having it in the middle will be more convient


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