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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 12:50 PM
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Hello Please help i going to install a module but need to know what happens if you disconnect both batteries simultaneously

what will I lose

IE radio code required / etc.....

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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 03:04 PM
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What radio code? Your clock may need to be reset. Maybe a reset of your windows and sunroof. That should be it.
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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 03:15 PM
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Thanks thats easy then I want sure if you needed a radio code

PS Nice motor
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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 04:09 PM
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I believe if you yank the Comand unit out and try to install it in any other MB it will not work. That’s all I know about the unit being coded and branded to each vehicle. There is no start-up code when depowered like other car brands.
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Old Jun 16, 2020 | 04:54 PM
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Clocks reset from GPS or cellphone. Not sure exactly.
W212, unlike older brothers does remember all settings. Even my garage & gate code.
For last 20 years MB doesn't install radios on American models.
They install command centers., who I believe need SD to pair with the car, but nothing to reset when power is disconnected.
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Old Jun 17, 2020 | 09:47 AM
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What radio code? Your clock may need to be reset. Maybe a reset of your windows and sunroof. That should be it.
My 1993 500S required a radio code to turn it on after a battery disconnect, I believe my 1991 190E did as well.
My 2003 S500 did not.

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Old Jun 17, 2020 | 10:25 AM
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You asked disconnecting both batteries because you wanted to 'install a module' . Does the module you want to install require both batteries to be disconnected? Does the module have live power to it with the engine/ignition shut off?
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Old Jun 17, 2020 | 11:11 AM
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In any event, I would not disconnect both batteries simultaneously, not that you can at exactly the same time. I would need really freaky LONG arms to disconnect a battery in the engine bay and in the trunk at exactly the same time.

Sequentially would be a more accurate term.

Depending what "module" you are installing, I would disconnect only the battery most likely to power it, not both... unless a trained auto electrician tells you to disconnect both.
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Old Jun 17, 2020 | 03:54 PM
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(Sequentially would be a more accurate term). This is correct DFW Dude ;-)

The module I have installed today is a X car-style Module all went well and is working as it should small problem with the insulation displacement crimps (they are junk) so soldered connections for the power and ground
my mod list:

1, New center caps
2, Install Mercedes laser projectors
3, Install led grill star
4, Convert all interior bulbs to led
5, Door open leds
6, Change door mirrors to sequential led turn signals
7, Rewire for door open mirror sequence (door mirror) (powered from SAM module)
8, Install audio high level converter for amp in boot (install amp)
9, Install diamond amg grill & re-install led star convert led star to RF controlled
10, Install led grill logo
11, Chane reverse lights to high power led
12, Install x car-style roof module
Install moving sills custom made to order (in transit)

Thanks for the info guys
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Picks or it didn’t happen. 😁
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Picks or it didn’t happen. 😁
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Old Jun 18, 2020 | 02:34 PM
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2nd try here

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Old Jun 18, 2020 | 03:00 PM
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Picks or it didn’t happen. 😁

link in next post

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Old Jun 18, 2020 | 03:03 PM
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How do you post links to google photo album

last go https://photos.google.com/share/AF1Q...hiUlBiVkdoWHh3


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Old Jun 18, 2020 | 03:48 PM
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Link worked for me. Great stuff! I love that grill
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