der_Wolf

Hey guys, just wondering if there are any hidden tips or tricks on the W205 that people may not be aware about. Anything from keyless go features to hidden options. If this is popular, I will update my post with all of the tips and tricks. Potential sticky incoming?

So far I know of these:
*Pulling the cruise control knob towards you then down twice quickly will reduce your speed by 10MPH in 1 second without your brake lights coming on

*Holding down the unlock/lock button on the key fob will either roll down/up the windows and moonroof

* Quickly tapping the brake after coming to a complete stop will put the car in hold, allowing you to stay in a brake position without your foot on the brake. The instrument cluster will say "HOLD" if done correctly. Hitting the accelerator,opening the door or turning the car off reverses the feature.

I'm sure theres loads more, but I am unaware.

Mike5215

Locking your wife outside the car in a thunderstorm and then rapidly unlocking and relocking it when she tries to get in will get you punched in the *****. Eventually. By a very wet and angry woman who needs to develop a goddamn sense of humor BTW.

Shadwell

Ungrateful...
Should be thankful you let her in being soaking wet and all...

Jay_Chicago

der_Wolf, check this link: https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post6727865. It contains a good summary of hidden gems for the new C-Class. I'm new here too and sometimes don't have the patience or knowledge to search the forum, but the "Search this Forum" button at the top works wonders!

z28lt1

Was about to add, and now extra helpful with the summary on page 12. In addition, the AMG guys have a similar W205 thread. Some of it won't apply to non-AMG cars, but some will: https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-c...arls-w205.html

matt11212

Apply pressure to creaking/rattling parts while driving to keep them quiet.

Mike5215

^Or do what I did and install a very loud stereo and non run flat tires.

der_Wolf

Hahaha that had me laughing pretty good. I love this forum.


I checked out the other thread, very helpful. I should have used the search button, I know better than that.


Thanks guys

cenzo86

Can someone give me some radio surfing advice?
What is the best was to stroll through the stations using the steering wheel controls? Moving to the radio menu and sorting through all of the channels seems like a pain. I tried changing the menu to presets only but that only barely helps. Voice recognition annoys me even thought it is pretty decent.
Is there a way to scroll through channels to view what is playing without changing the station (a la VW)? I primarily use SiriusXM. How is everyone else doing the dashboard DJ thing?

ghodi

I cant charge my phone through the USB port and play music from it at the same time,
Anyone know what im doing wrong
thanks.

deez999

Hi, Guys. Does anyone know how to change a Japan radio frequence from 88.0fm. to work as 106.0 fm.
We could do it in the earlier c200's by entering the engineering mode and changing the setting. The 2015 model C200, I have no idea.

Anyone out there plz help