deusexisagod

I wanted to know where the SAM module is...because i didn't see any picture of it...in the end i figured it out..thanks.

tishC300

By the way, how long does it take to get this Retrofit completed? I'm not a technical person so I'm sure if I decide to do this, I'll struggle big time.

Any estimates on time?

mandraghe

Hi I am an Italian and I would like to install the Comand APS NTG4 on my W204. Now I have the standard Navigator APS 50 and want to know what are the steps I should take I respect those who do mount a standard Audio 20. I would also like to know which articles or just the pieces that I mount in my particular case. Thanks

deusexisagod

The steps are the same VIC mentioned in the first page.
Here are the part list that you need:

A2048702851 Central air nozzle screen switch
A20483041549116 (black) Central air nozzle
A1234750120 Pad for GPS antenna
A2045409706 APS wiring harness
A2048321245 Air duct
A2048320645 Air duct
A2048320545 Air duct
A2048321045 Air duct
A2048300508 Axial fan

You can use your existing Screen harness so i didn't mentioned that in the part list.
And the Head Unit and the monitor....Works with any model or part number.I've bought mine from ebay.

jctevere

Ok, before I do this I want to make sure I don't mess anything up. If I have a US car I order exactly all of the part numbers Vic has mentioned? I currently have the Audio 20 in my car.

How long does it take for a total install?

deusexisagod

Yes...buy the parts that vic mentioned.You don't need to buy the Screen Harness....the one you have in your car it work with the comand aps.(tested and worked).
First time when i intall it tooked me around 12 hours....the second comand install it tooked me 4 hours...

deusexisagod

You have to do everything !! The diference between Audio 20 and APS 50 is that the APS 50 has the GPS antenna.

mandraghe

Thank you for having responded! I wanted to know, but I'll need to install the Comand disassemble everything, as in previous images, or I just simply remove the center console to replace the screen, the air duct and block the stereo?! Ah .... What is this object (A1234750120 pad for GPS antenna)? You could have a photo? Also where you install? Thanks very much.

deusexisagod

You don't need that...i forget to erase it...it is something for the gps antena to stay still....but you don't need that.

mandraghe

Thank you. And for the rest I can say? Should I just remove the center console as I understand the pieces that need?!

deusexisagod

Everything else you need! The single thing you don 't need to remove is the IC. Because there it should be the GPS antena retrofit.

mandraghe

I heard that the installation of command in my case does not involve the stardiagnosis. Is that true? That is, once installed all the commands should already start?!

Cerano

are the part numbers correct for my w204 too?

im in singapore.

jctevere

This is going to sound very dumb... But where can I buy these parts using the part numbers listed without going to my dealership? Every time I use the part number in websites that claim to sell OEM Mercedes products, the searches always come back negative... What gives, can anyone give me any tips. Is it only possible through a dealer?

Also, since I only have the P1 package now and Audio 20, what do I need to do to enable the screen to automatically open? I don't believe Vic covers this in the installation, is it even possible?

absolutleo

roughly how long is the "L" part? 0.5cm? 1.0cm?
or do you happen to know the part number?

tlbenzc350

Is it me or is anyone else having problems locating part number A2048703596 operating unit with DVD changer? It says part unknown.

Diesel Benz

Comes fine from my EPC, but the part has been replaced a couple of times, can you find this part instead: A2049060101.

tlbenzc350

I could not find that part either at parts.com or getmercedesparts.com: I found every part for a total of $1300 except for the one notated.

Diesel Benz

I browsed these two websites for Comand parts and found neither one listing any Comand part. It would not help then trying different part numbers, it would not show up.

Nuru

and that is the one that is very expensive unless you buy it used or from a non-dealer source.

Nuru

Installation of the H/W does not, but you may have to have the dealer upgrade to the latest S/W and to make sure everything is right. Also if you want the the IC to report NAV information, you will need a Dealer or someone else with a StarDiagnos (someone very experienced with working in the special menus) to turn on the NAV feature in the IC. Otherwise you will only get NAV data on your 7" screen.

Nuru

You can also do it without the special tool. I have the tools, but when in a hurry, I used a spatula and a screw driver. You just have to be careful when you do it.

Nuru

Hmmm, I dunno, I think you need to remove the IC so that you can get the GPS retrofit installed. Unless you want to install the original on in the roof and run the cable.

Nuru

You can get earlier units (See part numbers in the other threads) and get the latest software and your upgrade will be fine.

airmax-b3

Where in engineering mode can this be changed?