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how can I tell if I can add bluetooth to my car?

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Old 04-04-2009, 01:35 AM
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Yes, with most Bluetooth modules it is, but not all. Some GSM-based phones use SMS with the Hybrid cradles, and the Verizon V710 will work with SMS.
So you can text through the COMAND?! That has to be crazy dangerous LOL!
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So you can text through the COMAND?! That has to be crazy dangerous LOL!
The US versions will allow you to read SMS messages on the COMAND screen, and there is an SMS softbutton that appears. I think other countries will allow you to compose messages.
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I looked everywhere around the armrest area and couldn't find where to plug the dongle in... am I missing something?
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You have to remove the false bottom in the armrest, it is covered by a plastic piece with a small rubber mat on it, it has a finger hole in it for removal. It is in the very bottom of the armrest. Once it is removed you will notice several wires and plugs, find the plug that matches the plug on your dongle and plug it in. Some people I've heard say the bluetooth works immediately without version coding but most will tell you version coding b y a dealer is necessary to enable the CP211 to recognize a telephone has been installed.
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Yup, I got that far but weren't able to yank it up, I didn't want to break the plastic.... is there a way to remove it?
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Put your finger in the hole and "gently" bend the plastic piece up in the middle. There are two little bumps in the front that the plastic bottom has to slip over. Once over the these bumps, pull upward towards the front and this piece should come out with no problem.
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I have a 04 SL 600 with the phone cradle installed but no phone. Will this adaptor work with my car system. Thanks in advance,
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Originally Posted by OUTCAST
I have a 04 SL 600 with the phone cradle installed but no phone. Will this adaptor work with my car system. Thanks in advance,
If you're asking about the "Puck with Tail", unfortunately not.

It's compatible only with the following models:
2003-2004 E Class (W211)
2004 S Class (W220)
2004 CL Class (W215)

If you have the V-60 based hands-free system installed, I believe what you need is Part # B67875856. This adapter will dock in the armrest cradle in place of a V-60 phone, and recognize your Bluetooth phone once installed.

Check out the following on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mercedes-Benz-V6...4.c0.m14.l1262

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Originally Posted by Chicago_Buckeye
If you're asking about the "Puck with Tail", unfortunately not.

It's compatible only with the following models:
2003-2004 E Class (W211)
2004 S Class (W220)
2004 CL Class (W215)

If you have the V-60 based hands-free system installed, I believe what you need is Part # B67875856. This adapter will dock in the armrest cradle in place of a V-60 phone, and recognize your Bluetooth phone once installed.

Check out the following on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mercedes-Benz-V6...4.c0.m14.l1262

Thanks I just bought the puck Part # B67875856 from my Mercedes dealer today and it worked great with my Blackberry Curve. Here are some pics and thanks again.



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Originally Posted by OUTCAST
Thanks I just bought the puck Part # B67875856 from my Mercedes dealer today and it worked great with my Blackberry Curve. Here are some pics and thanks again.



You're very much welcome! Glad I could be of help; enjoy!
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Found an easy way to remove the false floor without any effort.

Take a flat head screw driver and stick it into the each hole on the front left and right and push the tab gently away from the center and left one side at a time.


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Mercedes list price has been reduced to $280.00 and I have them wholesale at $245.00 now.

will b67875855 work in an 05' S55?
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Originally Posted by nachilus
will b67875855 work in an 05' S55?
Unfortunately not.

The "Puck with Tail" works only for:
2003-2004 E Class (W211)
2004 S Class (W220)
2004 CL Class (W215)

I've heard installing the equivalent Bluetooth system in 2005> models costs a couple of thousand .
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Originally Posted by Chicago_Buckeye
Unfortunately not.

The "Puck with Tail" works only for:
2003-2004 E Class (W211)
2004 S Class (W220)
2004 CL Class (W215)

I've heard installing the equivalent Bluetooth system in 2005> models costs a couple of thousand .
this is when everyone wish that they have older w211
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Originally Posted by Chicago_Buckeye
Unfortunately not.

The "Puck with Tail" works only for:
2003-2004 E Class (W211)
2004 S Class (W220)
2004 CL Class (W215)

I've heard installing the equivalent Bluetooth system in 2005> models costs a couple of thousand .
I have a brand new in the box OEM b67875855, if anyone needs is $280 shipped. Pls PM me. i guess its cheaper to go with Argos.
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Can someone who has a 03-04 with the BT puck and tail installed take a pic and post it here for me?

I'd like to see where it is installed, and where it is connected. I was under the impression that it was installed under the false floor of the larger compartment in the arm rest, but my dealer installed it in the smaller "clam shell" compartment and plugged it into the underside of the "clam shell" compartment.

Thanks!
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Originally Posted by dannieboiz
this is when everyone wish that they have older w211
I'm one of them ! I had no idea before purchasing that my '05 E500 would be so much more costly to add bluetooth than an '04 is.

Someone has to come up with a cost-effective solution for adding bluetooth capabilities to an '05+ E-Class... Something as simple as bluetooth shouldn't cost 10% of the car's value !
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Where do I buy a puck with tail for my 2 day old (to me) 04 E500? I have no dealer in my town plus I'm cheap. Any websites?
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Originally Posted by Yak18
Where do I buy a puck with tail for my 2 day old (to me) 04 E500? I have no dealer in my town plus I'm cheap. Any websites?
Check out the following on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-OEM-Mercedes...0|293:1|294:50
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Check out the following on eBay:

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Thanks so much buckeye!

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Thanks so much buckeye!
You're very welcome.

Install the Puck with Tail yourself (15 minutes), then take vehicle to MB dealer for Version Coding. I have the Version Coding instructions, let me know if you need them. You'd be surprised how many MB dealers have NO IDEA this can be done for an 03-04 W211; then again, they'd probably rather charge you $2,000 to get Bluetooth .
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Originally Posted by Chicago_Buckeye
You're very welcome.

Install the Puck with Tail yourself (15 minutes), then take vehicle to MB dealer for Version Coding. I have the Version Coding instructions, let me know if you need them. You'd be surprised how many MB dealers have NO IDEA this can be done for an 03-04 W211; then again, they'd probably rather charge you $2,000 to get Bluetooth .
Hello, I have an 04 e500 and would like to purchase the item, you have suggested, from ebay. So I would only have to plug it in and take the car to get it version coded? Could you send me the version coding instructions. I really have to do something about this since I got a summons for no hands free device a couple of days ago.

Thank You
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Hello, I have an 04 e500 and would like to purchase the item, you have suggested, from ebay. So I would only have to plug it in and take the car to get it version coded? Could you send me the version coding instructions. I really have to do something about this since I got a summons for no hands free device a couple of days ago.

Thank You
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PM me your personal email and I'll be glad to send you the Version Coding Instructions.
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Do I need to have COMAND or is the puck compatible with any audio system? Sadly, I do not have COMAND (yet)
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I just wanted to add my confirmation that iPhone 3G is fully functional and compatible with part # 67875855. I am also reporting/confirming that iPhone 3GS is 100% compatable.


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