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W205 Illuminated Star DIY
10-28-2014, 02:26 AM
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saw this the other day in person and sorry to say but... tacky :o
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01-09-2015, 10:19 AM
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MB W204, VW Polo, Audi R8 V10 - SOLD.
So this is not available for the distronic plus. I assume this is because the "radar detector" (not sure what the correct phrase is) for distronic is behind the star?
None-the-less how much does it cost for both versions of the kit?
None-the-less how much does it cost for both versions of the kit?
01-09-2015, 11:04 PM
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"starting from $350" in Canada plus labor for the kit if added after the original purchase.
01-10-2015, 12:35 AM
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I saw the pictures of bags with part numbers for the wiring harness and the star itself but that doesn't explain which module is the correct one.
01-12-2015, 12:03 AM
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Sorry...dunno...just something that was advertised at the parts desk (along with a lit star on a stand) when I went to pick up a lightbulb for my car
01-12-2015, 08:36 AM
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When I go in for the MB-Tex seat fix, I'll ask if they know for sure if "A2059001914 Control unit US" does not always stay on and if it does I'll ask if they can they can install the Euro version without any complications.
01-12-2015, 08:42 AM
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The EU version is definately not always on, its just lit when opening and closing the doors.
The W204 US version of the control unit was always on, but I cannot confirm that the W205 does the same.
Also the different units are not compatible, I tried to program a US control unit to my W204 as I wanted always on, but I couldnt get it to work.
The W204 US version of the control unit was always on, but I cannot confirm that the W205 does the same.
Also the different units are not compatible, I tried to program a US control unit to my W204 as I wanted always on, but I couldnt get it to work.
01-12-2015, 09:27 AM
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The EU version is definately not always on, its just lit when opening and closing the doors.
The W204 US version of the control unit was always on, but I cannot confirm that the W205 does the same.
Also the different units are not compatible, I tried to program a US control unit to my W204 as I wanted always on, but I couldnt get it to work.
The W204 US version of the control unit was always on, but I cannot confirm that the W205 does the same.
Also the different units are not compatible, I tried to program a US control unit to my W204 as I wanted always on, but I couldnt get it to work.
01-12-2015, 04:16 PM
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03-17-2015, 09:19 AM
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I did this and it took :30 minutes to complete I was asked by the dealer which Star I wanted, always on or part time. I chose always on and love it. The photo directions are very complete and clear. The only difference is the radiator grill area is different on my C400 than the pictures show but this didn't present any problems.
The dealer charges a fortune to install this and it is easy to do. Used the money saved to buy a $150.00 carbon spoiler for the trunk from China that came in 10 days and fits perfect!
The dealer charges a fortune to install this and it is easy to do. Used the money saved to buy a $150.00 carbon spoiler for the trunk from China that came in 10 days and fits perfect!
07-30-2015, 08:57 AM
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I have purchased an official illuminated star and it comes with a whole host of wires, a control box and, of course, the star. I'm happy to have a go at fitting it myself but can't find any instructions at all - does any one know where i could get them for this type of installation. My car is a C class W205
07-30-2015, 04:48 PM
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Illuminated star
Do a search on this site for Illuminated Star installation. Very clear and simple directions.
Cheers
Dan
Cheers
Dan
08-02-2015, 10:24 AM
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But it's grown on me, and to tell you the truth...all my friends & family thinks it looks cool.
09-21-2015, 08:16 PM
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Hi Jayband,
I'm having trouble understanding what you mean by your quote "Route the cable towards the center of the radiator" and "Route the ground cable towards the passenger side".. I understand everything up to that point but the direction and wording of those instructions confuse me. Could you be so kind as to clarify for me?
Thanks,
Alliar
I'm having trouble understanding what you mean by your quote "Route the cable towards the center of the radiator" and "Route the ground cable towards the passenger side".. I understand everything up to that point but the direction and wording of those instructions confuse me. Could you be so kind as to clarify for me?
Thanks,
Alliar
