Infrared window opening and closure
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2014 E 350 4matic
Infrared window opening and closure
Does anyone use this function? And what do you think about it?
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
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Does anyone use this function? And what do you think about it?
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
With the MB I have to be within a couple of feet and must be approaching the car from the drivers side. It works, but it's not as useful in my opinion. Not sure why they had to use an IR sensor when they have a radio remote already.
I guess the close feature may be more useful in the event you forget to close some of the windows or sunroof after you get out of the car.
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Does anyone use this function? And what do you think about it?
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
It works on 2014 E class and C class to my knowledge buy pointing the key at the drivers side exterior door handle and pressing and holding the unlock button on the key fob to open all windows and the sunroof or by pressing and holding the lock button to close all windows and sunroof
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2014 W212 E350 4M
I like the ability to roll down the windows on a super hot sunny day.
One of the possible reasons for the infrared close range capability is liability. You can reverse the process and close the windows and sunroof. Trapping someone's appendage as you are 50 feet away?
With the Keyless Go you can't reach into the car and start it. You have to have your foot on the brake to push the start button. Prevents someone from pushing the start button accidentally or intentionally.
I personally have no desire to have remote start. If the car is running I want to be in it or next to it. Most of those systems are aftermarket. I seriously doubt MB will offer it as a factory option. Same reasons.
One feature I don't care for is having to unlock the driver's door or doors to open the gas door and refuel. Now even momentarily the car is unlocked and you are not in it. Ladies especially have had their purses taken while the doors are unlocked while refueling.
When I mention the manufacturer's fear of liability I am referring to the USA. In many other countries people are obligated to be reasonable for their actions.
One of the possible reasons for the infrared close range capability is liability. You can reverse the process and close the windows and sunroof. Trapping someone's appendage as you are 50 feet away?
With the Keyless Go you can't reach into the car and start it. You have to have your foot on the brake to push the start button. Prevents someone from pushing the start button accidentally or intentionally.
I personally have no desire to have remote start. If the car is running I want to be in it or next to it. Most of those systems are aftermarket. I seriously doubt MB will offer it as a factory option. Same reasons.
One feature I don't care for is having to unlock the driver's door or doors to open the gas door and refuel. Now even momentarily the car is unlocked and you are not in it. Ladies especially have had their purses taken while the doors are unlocked while refueling.
When I mention the manufacturer's fear of liability I am referring to the USA. In many other countries people are obligated to be reasonable for their actions.
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The feature works better on my 2011 than it did on 2005. I tend to leave the windows open an inch or so on hot days to vent some of the heat. I use the feature mostly when an afternoon storm is brewing. Is nice not having to get into the car at all.
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You have a problem with this?
So you would prefer to have your gas tank accessible to anyone while your vehicle is locked. In poor areas, people steal gas from your tank, in rich areas peoples unsupervised kids pour crap in the tank for fun, if your in the mob your enemies will put something in the tank that will make it go boom when you turn the key.
If securing the car while filling the tank is a concern then all you have to do is lock the doors after you have opened the tank door.
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I use it.
For me it's a "better than nothing" feature.
kinda like the ventilated seats (which the infrared also turns on btw)
what I would really like is when you lock the car, it automatically rolls up the windows & pano roof
For me it's a "better than nothing" feature.
kinda like the ventilated seats (which the infrared also turns on btw)
what I would really like is when you lock the car, it automatically rolls up the windows & pano roof
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never use the infared open. overrated IMO. Would prefer to have remote start so seat is cooler when I get in on sunny days.
The touch to close feature is nice to have as others have said.
The touch to close feature is nice to have as others have said.
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2014 W212 E350 4M
The car already has this safety feature that will reverse if it detects any obstructions. You don't have to be next to the car for it to work.
I know that, people sue manufacturers for non injuries, emotional harm watching the windows roll up. It was an opinion of what may have been the reason for the way it was configured to work. The motorized trunk lid closer will not decapitate you and will reverse also.
you only need your foot on the brake to start the engine. You can turn on the car by reaching in and pressing the start button.
To start the AC compressor you have to start the car, electronic key in and turn. For Keyless Go, reach in with the door open, depress brake pedal, push start button.
when it's -20deg outside there are a ton of people who would not like to be next to their car, they would like to start the car from the warmth of their home/office and walk out to a warm vehicle. There are quite a few car companies that offer this as a factory option.
Last Winter we had 26 days below zero. We also feature plenty of high wet bulb days, hot and humid, no dry heat here. I personally have no need for it. This is my opinion not a mandate for others. MB engineers think differently.
What?
You have a problem with this?
So you would prefer to have your gas tank accessible to anyone while your vehicle is locked. In poor areas, people steal gas from your tank, in rich areas peoples unsupervised kids pour crap in the tank for fun, if your in the mob your enemies will put something in the tank that will make it go boom when you turn the key.
A locking gas door is an excellent feature.
I personally do not carry a purse, nor do I leave valuables on the seat. There should be an option to open the gas door and leave the car locked. Lots of purses are taken off of car seats. Very few car bombings now, video, forensics and an aging mob. Not many people stealing gas anymore. Here you get $1300 a month, $800 Link card (food) and a free phone with 250 minutes. Stealing gas is work, much easier to ****** a purse off a car seat and use the credit cards to buy gas for yourself and sell gas at a reduced rate to others at the self service pumps. If you siphon gas by the inhalation to start method you could become permanently disabled and qualify for SSI collecting Social Security dollars for decades.
If securing the car while filling the tank is a concern then all you have to do is lock the doors after you have opened the tank door.
I know that, people sue manufacturers for non injuries, emotional harm watching the windows roll up. It was an opinion of what may have been the reason for the way it was configured to work. The motorized trunk lid closer will not decapitate you and will reverse also.
you only need your foot on the brake to start the engine. You can turn on the car by reaching in and pressing the start button.
To start the AC compressor you have to start the car, electronic key in and turn. For Keyless Go, reach in with the door open, depress brake pedal, push start button.
when it's -20deg outside there are a ton of people who would not like to be next to their car, they would like to start the car from the warmth of their home/office and walk out to a warm vehicle. There are quite a few car companies that offer this as a factory option.
Last Winter we had 26 days below zero. We also feature plenty of high wet bulb days, hot and humid, no dry heat here. I personally have no need for it. This is my opinion not a mandate for others. MB engineers think differently.
What?
You have a problem with this?
So you would prefer to have your gas tank accessible to anyone while your vehicle is locked. In poor areas, people steal gas from your tank, in rich areas peoples unsupervised kids pour crap in the tank for fun, if your in the mob your enemies will put something in the tank that will make it go boom when you turn the key.
A locking gas door is an excellent feature.
I personally do not carry a purse, nor do I leave valuables on the seat. There should be an option to open the gas door and leave the car locked. Lots of purses are taken off of car seats. Very few car bombings now, video, forensics and an aging mob. Not many people stealing gas anymore. Here you get $1300 a month, $800 Link card (food) and a free phone with 250 minutes. Stealing gas is work, much easier to ****** a purse off a car seat and use the credit cards to buy gas for yourself and sell gas at a reduced rate to others at the self service pumps. If you siphon gas by the inhalation to start method you could become permanently disabled and qualify for SSI collecting Social Security dollars for decades.
If securing the car while filling the tank is a concern then all you have to do is lock the doors after you have opened the tank door.
Thanks for your responses. In answer to your question, I am not confused.
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I'm really disappointed in the limited range and the fact that I have to be on the drivers side to activate it. But like others have said, better than nothing. Also, I would like to have the ability to close the trunk with my remote.
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Yeah.... I had so many futile attempts to make the trunk of sedan close with remote. I don't understand why can't they fix it. It's only a minor software update that is needed. All the equipment seems to there already.
For now I'll use the trunk release button on the driver side door to close the trunk. !!!!
For now I'll use the trunk release button on the driver side door to close the trunk. !!!!
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LOL remote start or the "Standalone Heater" is an option that MB offers as a factory option in Europe. It's MB's own remote start which they've had since at least the early 2000s if not even in the 90s. They've never brought that over to the US though.
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His module can also remember the last used ECO position that everyone seems to complain about but not doing anything about.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261300404921?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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This guy's module +$50 upcharge will have a window up and down feature. All you have to do is press the lock/unlock button twice/thrice (depending how it's set) and you can open and close all of the windows with your RF remote (not IR). Just send the guy a message and he can tell you more. I'm going to get it for my upcoming E.
His module can also remember the last used ECO position that everyone seems to complain about but not doing anything about.
Mercedes Video in Motion TV Free E C GL ml B A CLA CLS GLA GLK Class 2011 2014 | eBay
His module can also remember the last used ECO position that everyone seems to complain about but not doing anything about.
Mercedes Video in Motion TV Free E C GL ml B A CLA CLS GLA GLK Class 2011 2014 | eBay
Each of the features(ie: window/trunk, ECO disable, and ALS) adds $50 to the total price. It's somewhat expensive since an aftermarket alarm/remote start module can be had for around that price with similar features except for the ECO disable.
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I didn't order it because I was also thinking about replacing my car around that time.
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He can give a small discount to buy outside of eBay but yes price keeps climbing with more toys added to the module. But at least there's a way to "fix" what you guys don't like about the car than no fix at all.
