Promising long-term fix for NTG 3.0 Date/Time Issues.
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Thanks for the help. Member is sending the disc.
I have a new problem though.. I have successfully used the rest overnight method (no gps) to reset clock first thing in the morning for years with two cars. I replaced my original convenience battery (13 yo) on the 2008 and now the overnight method does not work. It does reset to 12:00 on the analog clock at midnight but then the analog clock doesn't keep time. I'm stumped.. Going to try to set the clock at noon with the battery disco and hoping that works. What could have happened with the new battery? Stronger signal to the GPS so it doesn't drop?
I have a new problem though.. I have successfully used the rest overnight method (no gps) to reset clock first thing in the morning for years with two cars. I replaced my original convenience battery (13 yo) on the 2008 and now the overnight method does not work. It does reset to 12:00 on the analog clock at midnight but then the analog clock doesn't keep time. I'm stumped.. Going to try to set the clock at noon with the battery disco and hoping that works. What could have happened with the new battery? Stronger signal to the GPS so it doesn't drop?
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Thanks for the help. Member is sending the disc.
I have a new problem though.. I have successfully used the rest overnight method (no gps) to reset clock first thing in the morning for years with two cars. I replaced my original convenience battery (13 yo) on the 2008 and now the overnight method does not work. It does reset to 12:00 on the analog clock at midnight but then the analog clock doesn't keep time. I'm stumped.. Going to try to set the clock at noon with the battery disco and hoping that works. What could have happened with the new battery? Stronger signal to the GPS so it doesn't drop?
I have a new problem though.. I have successfully used the rest overnight method (no gps) to reset clock first thing in the morning for years with two cars. I replaced my original convenience battery (13 yo) on the 2008 and now the overnight method does not work. It does reset to 12:00 on the analog clock at midnight but then the analog clock doesn't keep time. I'm stumped.. Going to try to set the clock at noon with the battery disco and hoping that works. What could have happened with the new battery? Stronger signal to the GPS so it doesn't drop?
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its attached in this thread, you don't need to email anyone... #137
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post8025933
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post8025933
I just grabbed from post 137 and checked it works - it is the correct info - unzip open the folder and the iso file hash is D316983FCC0A9E3D8090959524C80F2B matching the authors own posts
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W221 S550 4Matic (AMG/Designo)
I was able to "successfully" update my COMAND with this file. However, the fix did not apply and the analog clock is still not adjustable. Also, I am unable to change the date. Can you please email the file to yes11235@gmail.com? TIA.
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check if the date is correct..... (if its on 2003 then the patch didn't go on) if that's correct go back and check your daylight saving setting (region ??? when you reselect the next screen is daylight saving yes no tick box)
if the fix worked then the time on both clocks and date will sort themselves out
if the fix worked then the time on both clocks and date will sort themselves out
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S350 2008
Seem my S350 W221 having problem with command screen display, color is not sharp any more, perhaps aging of polarized film in front of screen causing this problem.
I planned to take it out and re-film polarized, Is there any one experienced with this issue?
I planned to take it out and re-film polarized, Is there any one experienced with this issue?
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does anyone know for Japanese version a fix for clock or radio 3 w221 / 2012 / s350
cheers
cheers
Last edited by Noodles51; Aug 20, 2020 at 06:47 AM. Reason: forgot something
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check if the date is correct..... (if its on 2003 then the patch didn't go on) if that's correct go back and check your daylight saving setting (region ??? when you reselect the next screen is daylight saving yes no tick box)
if the fix worked then the time on both clocks and date will sort themselves out
if the fix worked then the time on both clocks and date will sort themselves out
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can I get a link to this ? email stephen.church@stephen.church
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check post 137 the file is there, a few post above that how to make the disc.
before trying again I would check your comand menus to see if the sat nav has the menu for the Birdseye mapping. the author of the file mentions he thinks the "clock patch" may not load if the car telematics ring is running old software.
you may need to update the car then apply the clock fix. The interesting point here is Merc adopted the fix so ought to make a new all in one update disc (but I doubt they did). NOTE: Telematics update (on pre 2008 MY cars) done by the dealer turns off the AC pump and they need to go back in and tick a box to re enable after the update
before trying again I would check your comand menus to see if the sat nav has the menu for the Birdseye mapping. the author of the file mentions he thinks the "clock patch" may not load if the car telematics ring is running old software.
you may need to update the car then apply the clock fix. The interesting point here is Merc adopted the fix so ought to make a new all in one update disc (but I doubt they did). NOTE: Telematics update (on pre 2008 MY cars) done by the dealer turns off the AC pump and they need to go back in and tick a box to re enable after the update
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So, anyone know where we can find Daimler's update? Sorry, late to party ... but I want to fix the clock too.
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polar bear never posted the software here. a link was on a youtube page in the early days showing how to get in the secret menu to run the disc. buts its now on post 137
the file has never changed. I guess someone saw how it was done and agreed it was a legit fix and "its become approved by Mercedes" (how they provide I don't know). Maybe a few decent dealers made their own disc and told Merc it works. As Merc can't be bothered to do the work themselves, maybe its just a nod to say it doesn't break anything. As its not the way Merc do updates, they should have released a later telematics update disc incorporating the fix. These discs have always available to purchase from your dealership as a spare part (I believe). Although just bunging in is not a great idea the full update can be anywhere from 30 mins to 3 hours and might need a nudge by dealer kit along the way. How / why when Mercedes update telematics is disables your AC I don't know, but they did it to mine even though I stated they must check its on afterwards.... of course "being the experts" they didn't bother and I had to go back and waste another 40 mins with them plugging in diagnostics to re-enable. Just like many owners found here if you search out 12 year old posts when the last update came about (after the first facelift in 2008)
the file has never changed. I guess someone saw how it was done and agreed it was a legit fix and "its become approved by Mercedes" (how they provide I don't know). Maybe a few decent dealers made their own disc and told Merc it works. As Merc can't be bothered to do the work themselves, maybe its just a nod to say it doesn't break anything. As its not the way Merc do updates, they should have released a later telematics update disc incorporating the fix. These discs have always available to purchase from your dealership as a spare part (I believe). Although just bunging in is not a great idea the full update can be anywhere from 30 mins to 3 hours and might need a nudge by dealer kit along the way. How / why when Mercedes update telematics is disables your AC I don't know, but they did it to mine even though I stated they must check its on afterwards.... of course "being the experts" they didn't bother and I had to go back and waste another 40 mins with them plugging in diagnostics to re-enable. Just like many owners found here if you search out 12 year old posts when the last update came about (after the first facelift in 2008)
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@Noodles51 forget about it... if you are Jap spec W221, there is nothing to be done there other than figuring out how to send different time signal over MB CANBUS...
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S500
Can you please send the file to me please 🙏
Not sure why Polar Bear decided to remove this...seems like a company that doesn't care about a fix until a fix is put out by users doesn't deserve much consideration. Why drive more business to the dealers?
I have the file and can easily share it. Shoot me a PM with your email and I will add you to the file.
I have the file and can easily share it. Shoot me a PM with your email and I will add you to the file.
Ahmadromi70@gmail.com
please
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Seeking the clock link!
Would love to have my clock working properly, and would greatly appreciate a copy of the fix!
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
alyrmail@gmail.com
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
alyrmail@gmail.com
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Would love to have my clock working properly, and would greatly appreciate a copy of the fix!
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
alyrmail@gmail.com
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
alyrmail@gmail.com
Post #137.
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...ml#post8025933
