why won't my IPOD connector charge my IPhone???
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2007 ML 320 CDI, 1999 C43 AMG
If you have a newer iPhone then the charging pins are on the USB pins and the iPod kit still has the charging pins on the Firewire pins. I had this issue with my '07 ML320 CDI. It is a simple fix by just getting a firewire to USB charging adapter.
Here is a link to what I am talking about:
http://www.griffintechnology.com/pro...-usb-converter
Expensive for a piece of plastic and some wires, but they've got you by the short hairs with this one......
Here is a link to what I am talking about:
http://www.griffintechnology.com/pro...-usb-converter
Expensive for a piece of plastic and some wires, but they've got you by the short hairs with this one......
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2009 ML320 Bluetec
You have to get a new harness/interface.....
I'm not sure of the cost, looking at my paperwork from the dealer you will need this....."6-7-82-4578 Media Interface"
I have a brand new ML and I complained to MBUSA that their brand new car had the old iPod technology and my expectation was that they would provide me the upgrade free of charge.....they did, I'm happy....
I just can't understand why it didn't come with the new one already???
For reference the iPhone 3G charges at 5V not 12V like the old devices.....
I'm not sure of the cost, looking at my paperwork from the dealer you will need this....."6-7-82-4578 Media Interface"
I have a brand new ML and I complained to MBUSA that their brand new car had the old iPod technology and my expectation was that they would provide me the upgrade free of charge.....they did, I'm happy....
I just can't understand why it didn't come with the new one already???
For reference the iPhone 3G charges at 5V not 12V like the old devices.....
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You have to get a new harness/interface.....
I'm not sure of the cost, looking at my paperwork from the dealer you will need this....."6-7-82-4578 Media Interface"
I have a brand new ML and I complained to MBUSA that their brand new car had the old iPod technology and my expectation was that they would provide me the upgrade free of charge.....they did, I'm happy....
I just can't understand why it didn't come with the new one already???
For reference the iPhone 3G charges at 5V not 12V like the old devices.....
I'm not sure of the cost, looking at my paperwork from the dealer you will need this....."6-7-82-4578 Media Interface"
I have a brand new ML and I complained to MBUSA that their brand new car had the old iPod technology and my expectation was that they would provide me the upgrade free of charge.....they did, I'm happy....
I just can't understand why it didn't come with the new one already???
For reference the iPhone 3G charges at 5V not 12V like the old devices.....
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2009 ML320 Bluetec
aaronle....
aaronle:
My references are correct ...Bub...
I know how to use a multisetter....the interface that Mercedes originally put in my car put out 12V.....ala Firewire....I know the older devices worked USB 5V or Firewire 12V......I also know the newer ones work USB only (5V)...
My frustration was with Mercedes not Apple....still can't understand why a BRAND NEW 2009 Mercedes wouldn't come with an interface capable of charging an iPhone 3G that came out in 2008?????....Especially considering that they have the new interface....they simply chose to use the old one....When you purchase a premium car you expect better....not sure how you being an iPhone rep makes you an expert on the parts Mercedes uses in it's cars....I hope the view is nice from your mall kiosk....
My references are correct ...Bub...
I know how to use a multisetter....the interface that Mercedes originally put in my car put out 12V.....ala Firewire....I know the older devices worked USB 5V or Firewire 12V......I also know the newer ones work USB only (5V)...
My frustration was with Mercedes not Apple....still can't understand why a BRAND NEW 2009 Mercedes wouldn't come with an interface capable of charging an iPhone 3G that came out in 2008?????....Especially considering that they have the new interface....they simply chose to use the old one....When you purchase a premium car you expect better....not sure how you being an iPhone rep makes you an expert on the parts Mercedes uses in it's cars....I hope the view is nice from your mall kiosk....
Last edited by realralfy; Mar 10, 2010 at 03:52 PM.
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From: Colorado
2010 ML 350 4MATIC
[QUOTE=realralfy;3977680]aaronle:
My references are correct ...Bub...
I know how to use a multisetter....the interface that Mercedes originally put in my car put out 12V.....ala Firewire....I know the older devices worked USB 5V or Firewire 12V......I also know the newer ones work USB only (5V)...
My frustration was with Mercedes not Apple....still can't understand why a BRAND NEW 2009 Mercedes wouldn't come with an interface capable of charging an iPhone 3G that came out in 2008?????....Especially considering that they have the new interface....they simply chose to use the old one....When you purchase a premium car you expect better....QUOTE]
I agree with you that MB needed to do a better job on your 2009. I had a similar issue with my 2008 E350. Glad MB did the upgrade for you.
My references are correct ...Bub...
I know how to use a multisetter....the interface that Mercedes originally put in my car put out 12V.....ala Firewire....I know the older devices worked USB 5V or Firewire 12V......I also know the newer ones work USB only (5V)...
My frustration was with Mercedes not Apple....still can't understand why a BRAND NEW 2009 Mercedes wouldn't come with an interface capable of charging an iPhone 3G that came out in 2008?????....Especially considering that they have the new interface....they simply chose to use the old one....When you purchase a premium car you expect better....QUOTE]
I agree with you that MB needed to do a better job on your 2009. I had a similar issue with my 2008 E350. Glad MB did the upgrade for you.
