instrument panel update
10-26-2012, 12:00 PM
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2010 E550 / 2012 ML 550
instrument panel update
The display behind the steering wheel on 2102 ML's, is in black and white, and i understand for MY 2103, its now in color....
Can this be updated via a software flash, or does it require changing the entire instrument panel unit ?
Can this be updated via a software flash, or does it require changing the entire instrument panel unit ?
10-26-2012, 12:21 PM
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The new instrument uses color TFT screen. So it probably needs to be a hardware change (if it is possible).
10-26-2012, 03:14 PM
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It'll be new hardware you'll have to replace. Just contact MBenzNL to do the retrofit- doesn't sound impossible to me.
10-26-2012, 04:44 PM
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MFD upgrade
You're an optomist! Involves software, too. If someone wants to take the initiative to figure this out, I'm all for it. I'd pay a grand to do it, but not more.
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10-27-2012, 11:48 AM
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ML350 (W166) / CLK 320 Avantgard 2002 W208
That goes with a more monochrome colour scheme for the Comand screen then? I presume the Comand will be able to be changed to the new version by a software update? Any idea about when this might be available?
10-27-2012, 12:05 PM
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I've asked for a software update and they said that updated for new color is not possible. I got updates before on this car but that one is not possible
10-27-2012, 05:24 PM
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ML350 (W166) / CLK 320 Avantgard 2002 W208
Just looked at the UK price list and it shows pictures of the colour screen in the instrument cluster yet it does not mention it anywhere, either as standard equipment or as an option. Odd.
10-27-2012, 07:35 PM
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ML350 (W166) / CLK 320 Avantgard 2002 W208
10-29-2012, 12:25 AM
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I was told I just got the latest update last week. No color change. I asked mbusa directly about mbrace 2 update since I knew it would have the new black color interface and they said that is not possible because of different hardware. So technically not completely shut out yet, but doubtful. Let me me ask the more specific question to the shop foreman. He would be more knowledgable.
10-31-2012, 12:03 AM
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Any ideas if it will have the color display in the instrument cluster?
And/or the Multi-contour seats (399)?
Thanks, any info would be greatly appreciated.
10-31-2012, 10:58 PM
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Dude please they stopped building 2012 june 21 gregs was one of the last few.
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Just sit feet up wine in hand breath DEEP and relax..... Well worth the wait :-)
You will love it
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10-31-2012, 11:10 PM
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Haha thanks dougiebear. Yes, I am waiting patiently and I know it'll be worth it! Cheers
