When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
I've recently bought and installed a upgraded becker module in my W204, and I wanted to share thoughts and advice on it, incase anybody is eyeing this upgrade. (For reference, I've got a 2013 W204 with the NTG4.5 system)
I bought my module off Aliexpress and it costed me right about $100.
The instructions for installing the module were very short, and did not cover any troubleshooting.
Installation (Car can be both on and off while installing):
Remove your original becker module (Found in your glovebox).
Install new module.
Press NAVI to access the setup screen, and make sure the module is working.
Press DISC to go back to audio screen.
Go to bluetooth.
Do not hit "Search For BT Audio Device" (This way of connecting will always fail).
Rather hit "Connect Via BT Audio Device".
You will be promted with a screen that says "Ready for bluetooth connection. You can start searching for MB Bluetooth".
The becker module will ask to connect when this screen is open.
Wait for the becker module to request a connection (This usually takes 10-20 seconds).
After the module has connected to the car's bluetooth, you may go back to the setup screen by hitting "NAVI".
Here, you will connect to the module from your phone via bluetooth/Apple Carplay.
The module will usually be called "CAR-BT-XXXX".
After connecting to the module, it will take you to your Apple Carplay screen.
The installation is fairly simple, and is definitely a worthwhile modification/investment to modernize your interior, without having to install a aftermarket screen and keeping the OEM look.
The only point of critisim on this module so far is a very minor one:
You do have the option of installing a reversing camera with this module, but if you do not have one (like myself) the screen will go black when the gear lever hits/goes past reverse. Though it only goes black for a split second.
Let me know if you have any questions, maybe I'll be able to help out!
Pictures attatched: Spotify App Home Screen
Last edited by MarcusM1; Jan 18, 2025 at 08:03 AM.
Nice upgrade! Were you able to use the voice command prompt via the steering wheel?
I have the EU version of the Becker map pilot module installed and loaded with the outdated 2016 NA map. But as a solid Android user, I'm sol. Neeways, Google or Waze maps work well for my needs.
Last edited by C0d3Sp4c3; Jan 24, 2025 at 01:38 PM.
Nice upgrade! Were you able to use the voice command prompt via the steering wheel?
I have the EU version of the Becker map pilot module installed and loaded with the outdated 2016 NA map. But as a solid Android user, I'm sol. Neeways, Google or Waze maps work well for my needs.
Yes! The voice control button on the steering wheel works, it activates Siri, and I can do any request that I’d like.
You do get these modules for Android Auto too, definitely a good upgrade to modernize the infotainment screen while keeping it OEM!
Did the new unit include cabling to the Car Audio connector? And obviously it fit correctly.
I have a 2008 C350 NTG4.0 system and am having a very difficult time finding a Cable or Connector to interface w/ the car's 18 pin male that had connected to an iPod box behind the glovebox.
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.
W204 Upgraded Becker Module Installation (Apple Carplay)
