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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 12:16 AM
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Could you post a direct link to the audio system? Everyone seems to be familiar with it but me

Also curious where you got your OBD eco/start/stop module. Thanks!!
I ordered mine through a local shop who buys it from china But Here is the link on AliExpress.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000...archweb201603_

And here is the link to the OBD eco/start/stop.

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/MERCEDES-car...s/252811119026
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Old Jul 14, 2020 | 08:57 AM
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Congrats on the truck! Have you installed the taillights yet? If yes, please post pics and let us know what you think. Thanks
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Old Jul 14, 2020 | 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by rr88
Congrats on the truck! Have you installed the taillights yet? If yes, please post pics and let us know what you think. Thanks

Will be installing them over the weekend. Will post pics once done.
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 03:05 AM
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Congrats!!

What's the original tint on the rear windows?
I just picked up a 2012, MY2013 G63, all of the windows except the front windscreen is tinted quite dark.
I'm looking forward in re tinting the entire car. (lighter tint)


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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 05:35 AM
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Originally Posted by joeyjazz26
Congrats!!

What's the original tint on the rear windows?
I just picked up a 2012, MY2013 G63, all of the windows except the front windscreen is tinted quite dark.
I'm looking forward in re tinting the entire car. (lighter tint)


Thanks

I have the W72 option if that info helps..SMOKED GLASS REAR, R.END DOOR & LUGG. COMP.WINDOWS

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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 11:09 AM
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Congrats! Beautiful combination!
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Old Jul 17, 2020 | 06:25 AM
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thanks
i thought about switching my order to the 12.3” screen.
But I opted for the 10:25” with the newer curved bezel for two reasons:

1. It just seemed a little overwhelming to me. It engulfed the whole space and I didn’t like that. That’s what it looked like to me. The 10.25” just seemed perfect to me. Coming from the stock screen, I think we can all agree the 10.25” is a great upgrade.

2. The 12.3” is fairly new and as with anything might have some quirks they might need to find out or sort out.

I can always upgrade it down the line. But I think am plenty ok with the 10.25 “ for now.

Agreed. The 12.3” is just way too big and will look odd and heavily after market. The 10.25 is the perfect size and the dimensions flushes in with the center console dimensions as if it’s a factory Screen. I also have the 10.25. Love it





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Old Jul 17, 2020 | 12:55 PM
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I've seen people asking if their model can get Carplay installed. Here is a guide on how to check that Carplay Activation On Mercedes (blog post link)

Just type in your VIN number and check if you can get Apple Carplay on your Mercedes and some other imporant things as well.

Hope this help someone like it did me!
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Old Jul 19, 2020 | 11:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Kwesi400
Agreed. The 12.3” is just way too big and will look odd and heavily after market. The 10.25 is the perfect size and the dimensions flushes in with the center console dimensions as if it’s a factory Screen. I also have the 10.25. Love it



How is the Apple Carplay? Is it wireless?
I heard the Carplay system is unreliable.. Let me know your thoughts!


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Old Jul 20, 2020 | 12:06 AM
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How is the Apple Carplay? Is it wireless?
I heard the Carplay system is unreliable.. Let me know your thoughts!


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its been reliable , sound is crystal clear. It makes Using Waze so easy. Ive had it for 6 months now. Mine is wired but they also have wireless ones.
Negatives are the dongle is supposed to charge your phone as well when plugged in for Apple CarPlay but it barely does. I always leave the house with my phone charged so I don’t really mind.
Also, every rare so often you have to unplug and plug your phone back in for it work.
The manufacturer “AutoKit” releases constant updates for the App and for the dongle For bug fixes and performance enhancement. So I always check for updates and update if there’s one available.
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Old Jul 21, 2020 | 03:53 AM
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its been reliable , sound is crystal clear. It makes Using Waze so easy. Ive had it for 6 months now. Mine is wired but they also have wireless ones.
Negatives are the dongle is supposed to charge your phone as well when plugged in for Apple CarPlay but it barely does. I always leave the house with my phone charged so I don’t really mind.
Also, every rare so often you have to unplug and plug your phone back in for it work.
The manufacturer “AutoKit” releases constant updates for the App and for the dongle For bug fixes and performance enhancement. So I always check for updates and update if there’s one available.
Thanks for your reply!!
Have you charged your phone using the USB that's in the center console? I tried using it the other day.. Is it suppose to be really slow?
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Old Jul 22, 2020 | 11:43 PM
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Installed the LED taillights from ijdmtoy today. They look amazing. Installing was a breeze if you follow the instruction. Such beautiful upgrade. Took pics to show before and after. Took video too but don't know how to upload videos (if at all possible). Hopefully I can install the LED fog and reverse lights sometime this week, They are easy to access but little hard to get off because of location of the screws and how rusted they are. But I will figure out a way.



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Old Oct 26, 2020 | 04:13 PM
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Hi there , would you be able to advise which Ebay seller supplied you with that awesome heated wheel for your W463? THX! Reinhardt
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Old Oct 26, 2020 | 04:20 PM
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Hi there , would you be able to advise which Ebay seller supplied you with that awesome heated wheel for your W463? THX! Reinhardt
Search LedermanZ on eBay.
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Old Dec 13, 2020 | 04:12 AM
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Originally Posted by just1time
Install is pretty easy.
I tested out a demo for about 20mins at the shop that ordered it for me. Pretty nice interface. Has everything anyone could ever need including CarPlay. Has two preloaded interface: Android and the Mercedes interface.
You can switch between both interface anytime with no compromise to functionality. Its a relatively cheap upgrade that is definitely a must have for the W463.

hi. New here. Could someone share a link to the screen upgrade. I have a 2013 G. Thanks !
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Old Dec 13, 2020 | 09:13 PM
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hi. New here. Could someone share a link to the screen upgrade. I have a 2013 G. Thanks !
I bought mine from a local company that imports from China. But They are readily available on AliExpress.
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