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Old Jun 16, 2026 | 09:14 AM
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Happy to be back with a GLC63S 2019

Hey guys . I'm new to the GLC world. Can I get some opinions on some things? If I wanted Carplay for my GLC should I go to the dealer and request a software unlock ,or go with an aftermarket unit. I wanted it to look stock with the standard screen so I dont want to change that. What did you guys do? Also considering a lowering module. Has anyone used MBoit dlc module? Thanks
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Old Jun 16, 2026 | 10:56 AM
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Hey guys . I'm new to the GLC world. Can I get some opinions on some things? If I wanted Carplay for my GLC should I go to the dealer and request a software unlock ,or go with an aftermarket unit. I wanted it to look stock with the standard screen so I dont want to change that. What did you guys do? Also considering a lowering module. Has anyone used MBoit dlc module? Thanks
Dealership is unlikely going to program it and enable it, your best bet is a android screen or a smartphone integration adapter (android auto/carplay).
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Old Jun 16, 2026 | 05:41 PM
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I got one of the boxes that adds Airplay to the stock screen. I can activate the box by holding the home button for 3 seconds, though it will auto start if prefer. It works for the most part, my only complaint is the sound from Airplay when streaming to CarPlay is very low in terms of volume. I have to have the volume at 100% all the time and it's not all that loud. In the alternative, you can still use Bluetooth simultaneously with Carplay and the volume will be as loud as normal. That being said, you lose messages being read out and directions over the speakers if you care about that.

Taking out the center console is super easy, you can install the box in 10-15 minutes.

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Thanks for the info. Is there a good brand to look out for? Also what are people using for lowering modules ? brands? Thank you
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Thanks for the info. Is there a good brand to look out for? Also what are people using for lowering modules ? brands? Thank you
You're welcome, the adapter or box (the other forum member) mentioned comes in a variety, they do the same thing, the box is bulkier version but since it is bigger, it can fit better components (maybe) therefore maybe be faster. Carlinklife has been mentioned before but I have zero experience with them https://mbworld.org/forums/gls-class...rlinklife.html
As for lowering module, CETE has been mentioned on a different model, for example: https://mbworld.org/forums/w213-amg/...-amg-e63s.html
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