Possibility to replace Center Comand Control Knob?
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Hey all,
I was wondering if anyone's ever done this before or know if it's possible to do. I was wanting to replace my Center Comand Knob for the "flat" look. I have attached pictures so yall can see what I'm talking about.
My charging cable ALWAYS gets caught between the knob and that trackpad, which is 1 of the biggest reasons I want to replace it. But I also just like that flat look. As like many of you, I NEVER use that trackpad and never really found a reason to really use it.
As you can see, all the buttons I currently have would be the same for the replacement controller. I'm also assuming all the connectors would just be a simple remove/replace?
I know there are tons of knowledgeable folks on this forum! So would this be something that's possible to do? Would it be a simple plug n play or would there be coding/programming involved :/
TIA!
I was wondering if anyone's ever done this before or know if it's possible to do. I was wanting to replace my Center Comand Knob for the "flat" look. I have attached pictures so yall can see what I'm talking about.
My charging cable ALWAYS gets caught between the knob and that trackpad, which is 1 of the biggest reasons I want to replace it. But I also just like that flat look. As like many of you, I NEVER use that trackpad and never really found a reason to really use it.
As you can see, all the buttons I currently have would be the same for the replacement controller. I'm also assuming all the connectors would just be a simple remove/replace?
I know there are tons of knowledgeable folks on this forum! So would this be something that's possible to do? Would it be a simple plug n play or would there be coding/programming involved :/
TIA!
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Hey all,
I was wondering if anyone's ever done this before or know if it's possible to do. I was wanting to replace my Center Comand Knob for the "flat" look. I have attached pictures so yall can see what I'm talking about.
My charging cable ALWAYS gets caught between the knob and that trackpad, which is 1 of the biggest reasons I want to replace it. But I also just like that flat look. As like many of you, I NEVER use that trackpad and never really found a reason to really use it.
As you can see, all the buttons I currently have would be the same for the replacement controller. I'm also assuming all the connectors would just be a simple remove/replace?
I know there are tons of knowledgeable folks on this forum! So would this be something that's possible to do? Would it be a simple plug n play or would there be coding/programming involved :/
TIA!
I was wondering if anyone's ever done this before or know if it's possible to do. I was wanting to replace my Center Comand Knob for the "flat" look. I have attached pictures so yall can see what I'm talking about.
My charging cable ALWAYS gets caught between the knob and that trackpad, which is 1 of the biggest reasons I want to replace it. But I also just like that flat look. As like many of you, I NEVER use that trackpad and never really found a reason to really use it.
As you can see, all the buttons I currently have would be the same for the replacement controller. I'm also assuming all the connectors would just be a simple remove/replace?
I know there are tons of knowledgeable folks on this forum! So would this be something that's possible to do? Would it be a simple plug n play or would there be coding/programming involved :/
TIA!
Sorry I wasn't able to answer if there is coding/programming needed though, that said, on W213 specifically that touchpad is known to crack so it is a common replacement and I don't hear anyone mention that it needs to be programmed, that touchpad thing too is a separate piece from what I gathered.
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From the years of having the car, I don't remember the last time I've used that trackpad. More recently, I've been using the wired connection method for my Carplay as the wireless method is causing connection issues with my phone after the car is off/locked. But the cable gets caught between the trackpad and the knob, which sometimes accessing the phone gets disconnected. overall just an annoyance really.
I'm just not sure if I could completely remove that trackpad and install that "Flat" option. Personally, I like that look better. Just havent read about anyone ever trying it or doing it :/
If I remember correctly, the "Flat" trackpad was part of the facelift. I don't see the trackpad I have, on anything newer than a 2018 C-Class. I don't think it was a "option" or part of a package to get the trackpad over having the flat look.
I'm just not sure if I could completely remove that trackpad and install that "Flat" option. Personally, I like that look better. Just havent read about anyone ever trying it or doing it :/
If I remember correctly, the "Flat" trackpad was part of the facelift. I don't see the trackpad I have, on anything newer than a 2018 C-Class. I don't think it was a "option" or part of a package to get the trackpad over having the flat look.
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From the years of having the car, I don't remember the last time I've used that trackpad. More recently, I've been using the wired connection method for my Carplay as the wireless method is causing connection issues with my phone after the car is off/locked. But the cable gets caught between the trackpad and the knob, which sometimes accessing the phone gets disconnected. overall just an annoyance really.
I'm just not sure if I could completely remove that trackpad and install that "Flat" option. Personally, I like that look better. Just havent read about anyone ever trying it or doing it :/
If I remember correctly, the "Flat" trackpad was part of the facelift. I don't see the trackpad I have, on anything newer than a 2018 C-Class. I don't think it was a "option" or part of a package to get the trackpad over having the flat look.
I'm just not sure if I could completely remove that trackpad and install that "Flat" option. Personally, I like that look better. Just havent read about anyone ever trying it or doing it :/
If I remember correctly, the "Flat" trackpad was part of the facelift. I don't see the trackpad I have, on anything newer than a 2018 C-Class. I don't think it was a "option" or part of a package to get the trackpad over having the flat look.
The trackpad on the GLC facelift with the complete flat look from the A-Class was part of the MBUX system. For reference, your vehicle has NTG 5.0, facelift W205 has NTG 5.1? 5.5? IIRC. The GLC facelift had MBUX (NTG 6.0)
I am sorry that I am not able to confirm if the fitment will work though, which was your original question. Hopefully someone else is able to help you out.
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I think MB called it the touchpad until they replaced it with the computer like trackpad that first appeared on the A-Class, as for the picture you showed that is not the one you have, nor the A-Class trackpad, that specific one you pictured is actually a lower trim standard option, it is rare but there are W205 with it as some options are missing, I think it was Audio 20, you have COMAND.
The trackpad on the GLC facelift with the complete flat look from the A-Class was part of the MBUX system. For reference, your vehicle has NTG 5.0, facelift W205 has NTG 5.1? 5.5? IIRC. The GLC facelift had MBUX (NTG 6.0)
I am sorry that I am not able to confirm if the fitment will work though, which was your original question. Hopefully someone else is able to help you out.
The trackpad on the GLC facelift with the complete flat look from the A-Class was part of the MBUX system. For reference, your vehicle has NTG 5.0, facelift W205 has NTG 5.1? 5.5? IIRC. The GLC facelift had MBUX (NTG 6.0)
I am sorry that I am not able to confirm if the fitment will work though, which was your original question. Hopefully someone else is able to help you out.
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P02 – Premium 2 Package $4,500
Requires Rearview Camera (218) or Parking Assist Package (996). Requires Heated Seats (873) or Heated/Ventilated Seats (401).* Not with (P01) Premium 1 Package or (P03) Premium 3 Package.
PO2- Premium 2 Package:
Includes all (P01) Premium 1 Package features except Rearview Camera plus:
531 – COMAND Navigation and Voice Control
502 – Navigation Map Updates included for 3 years
5 years Traffic and Weather Services (provided by SiriusXM®)
8.4” High-Resolution Screen
448 - Touchpad
P17 – Hands-Free Access
500 – Power Folding Mirrors
877 – Ambient Lighting
881 – Electronic Trunk Closer
I bolded option 448 - Touchpad.
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Although I wasn't able to help, I was glad you found the information at least somewhat helpful. I was able to confirm that the touchpad was part of the (PO2) Premium 2 Package. Let me just paste my findings.
P02 – Premium 2 Package $4,500
Requires Rearview Camera (218) or Parking Assist Package (996). Requires Heated Seats (873) or Heated/Ventilated Seats (401).* Not with (P01) Premium 1 Package or (P03) Premium 3 Package.
PO2- Premium 2 Package:
Includes all (P01) Premium 1 Package features except Rearview Camera plus:
531 – COMAND Navigation and Voice Control
502 – Navigation Map Updates included for 3 years
5 years Traffic and Weather Services (provided by SiriusXM®)
8.4” High-Resolution Screen
448 - Touchpad
P17 – Hands-Free Access
500 – Power Folding Mirrors
877 – Ambient Lighting
881 – Electronic Trunk Closer
I bolded option 448 - Touchpad.
P02 – Premium 2 Package $4,500
Requires Rearview Camera (218) or Parking Assist Package (996). Requires Heated Seats (873) or Heated/Ventilated Seats (401).* Not with (P01) Premium 1 Package or (P03) Premium 3 Package.
PO2- Premium 2 Package:
Includes all (P01) Premium 1 Package features except Rearview Camera plus:
531 – COMAND Navigation and Voice Control
502 – Navigation Map Updates included for 3 years
5 years Traffic and Weather Services (provided by SiriusXM®)
8.4” High-Resolution Screen
448 - Touchpad
P17 – Hands-Free Access
500 – Power Folding Mirrors
877 – Ambient Lighting
881 – Electronic Trunk Closer
I bolded option 448 - Touchpad.
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I was looking at the 2017 options, is yours 2016 or is the signature outdated and you have an newer model, if so I am sorry for the wrong model year information provided.
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Are you using a custom aftermarket android screen by any chance? Asking because I don't recall the 2016 having smartphone integration (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay)
Perhaps try one of those plug in adapters (it is basically a mini computer runs Android and able to let you use wireless Android Auto or CarPlay), hopefully that version of wireless will be more reliable compared to the other wireless one you hated.
Perhaps try one of those plug in adapters (it is basically a mini computer runs Android and able to let you use wireless Android Auto or CarPlay), hopefully that version of wireless will be more reliable compared to the other wireless one you hated.
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Are you using a custom aftermarket android screen by any chance? Asking because I don't recall the 2016 having smartphone integration (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay)
Perhaps try one of those plug in adapters (it is basically a mini computer runs Android and able to let you use wireless Android Auto or CarPlay), hopefully that version of wireless will be more reliable compared to the other wireless one you hated.
Perhaps try one of those plug in adapters (it is basically a mini computer runs Android and able to let you use wireless Android Auto or CarPlay), hopefully that version of wireless will be more reliable compared to the other wireless one you hated.
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So based on looking at both connection points, I assume they should be interchangeable. All the cables/connections are the same. But the question still arises as to if programming/coding is still needed.
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If it isn't too much hassle I said give it a shot and see, fingers crossed it is plug and play.
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Nope! I'm using the OEM Screen but just added the RoadTop CarPlay module to it to get the integration. Using the Wireless connection, whenever i have my car off and locked in the garage, it'll randomly connect to the carplay module while I'm inside the house. So if I'm on a call or facetime, it'll randomly switch audio outputs from the phone to the car. Just was super annoying so decided to fully use the wired method. No issues at all with that.
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