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Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 coding: hidden features
Short answer: Our catalogue lists 56 features for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 in 12 categories; the largest are screens and instruments (10), lighting (9) and convenience (6). We work with Xentry. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.
| Versions | E-Class Saloon, E-Class Estate (S213), E-Class Coupé (C238), E-Class Cabriolet (A238), E-Class All-Terrain, Mercedes-AMG E 43/E 53/E 63 |
|---|---|
| Chassis | W213, S213, C238, A238 |
| Model years | 2016-2023 |
| Features in the catalogue | 56 |
| Categories | 12 |
| With a condition (option or equipment needed) | 48 |
| Software | Xentry |
| Workshop | Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment |
For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 (E-Class Saloon, E-Class Estate (S213), E-Class Coupé (C238), E-Class Cabriolet (A238), E-Class All-Terrain, Mercedes-AMG E 43/E 53/E 63; chassis W213, S213, C238, A238; model years 2016-2023) our catalogue lists 56 features in 12 categories. Below you see per category what we can switch on or retrofit.
Each feature shows how certain we are: “likely possible” means several independent sources confirm it; “checked at diagnosis” means it differs from car to car. Final compatibility is always confirmed at the diagnosis of your car.
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Screens and instruments (10)
Different start-up logo in the head unit
At start-up the screen shows a different logo, for example the AMG logo instead of the standard Mercedes star.
Cosmetic only; a software update may restore the standard logo.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
AMG car graphics and data screens in Comand
The Comand screen shows the car as an AMG version and gains extra pages with engine and driving data.
Condition: Comand Online NTG5*1/NTG5.5
Change units (bar/kPa, l/100 km, kW/hp)
Tyre pressure, consumption and temperature are shown in the units you prefer, handy for imported cars.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Speedometer – change scale layout
The scale of the (digital) speedometer and fuel gauge is changed, for example after importing a car from a miles country.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Video in motion
Video from USB or TV stays visible on the central screen while driving, so the passenger can keep watching.
For the passenger only; the driver must not watch video while driving.
Condition: Comand Online, first software release (2016) only
Gauge needle sweep at start-up
At start-up the rev counter and speedometer needles sweep fully once, a sporty welcome.
Condition: Analogue or digital cluster
Engine data on the central screen
The infotainment screen shows live torque, power, oil temperature and battery voltage.
Condition: Comand Online NTG5.5
Augmented reality navigation (MBUX)
The navigation screen shows a live camera image with arrows and house numbers, so you find turns and addresses more easily.
Only with MBUX navigation and front camera.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
AMG-style instrument cluster (Supersport)
The digital instrument cluster gains the AMG display styles with sporty dials and extra performance data.
Condition: MBUX Mopf, E 220/300/400/450 variants, digital cluster
Adapt imported car to European settings
The Comand region setting is reset to Europe so radio, navigation and media functions work properly here.
For imported cars; navigation maps may need a separate update.
Condition: Comand Online NTG5.5
Lighting (9)
Comfort indicator flash count
A short tap on the indicator stalk flashes the indicator more often than the standard three times, handy when changing lanes on the motorway.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Low beam when unlocking and leaving
In the dark the low beam also comes on when you unlock and after you get out, with an adjustable duration, so the area around the car is better lit.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Longer blue welcome light in headlamps
The blue welcome light in the LED headlamps stays on longer after unlocking, up to about 25 seconds.
Condition: Multibeam LED (SA 642)
Daytime running lights – rear lights on
With daytime running lights on, the rear lights also light up, making the car more visible from behind in dull weather.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Enable high-beam assist
High beam switches on and off automatically depending on oncoming and preceding traffic, so you switch less in the dark.
Condition: LED headlamps and multifunction camera present
Entry and warning lights in the doors
Lamps at the bottom of the doors light the entry area and warn approaching traffic when a door is open.
Ambient lighting retrofit
Ambient lighting in the doors and dashboard is fitted and made adjustable in colour and brightness in Comand or Audio 20.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Illuminated air vents
The air vents get integrated ambient lighting that matches the interior lighting colour.
Daytime running lights – menu setting
Daytime running lights appear as a setting in the MBUX menu, for example for use outside the EU or on private ground.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Convenience (6)
Start-stop – remember last setting
The car remembers whether you switched start-stop off on the previous drive, so you no longer need to press the button at every start.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Open fuel cap warning
The instrument cluster warns you when the fuel flap is still open as you drive off.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Close power tailgate with the key
The power tailgate also closes via the key or with one press of the inside button, without the ignition on.
Condition: Estate or saloon with power boot lid
Rear wiper in reverse – adjust
The automatic rear wipe when selecting reverse can be switched off, handy with a bike carrier.
Condition: Estate (S213)
Car wash mode
One button folds the mirrors, closes windows and roof and temporarily switches off the rain sensor and parking sensors for the car wash.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Dashcam starts recording automatically
The built-in dashcam starts recording automatically at start-up, without switching it on every drive.
Observe privacy rules for camera footage.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1; dashcam (21U) fitted
Driving and performance (6)
AMG menu in the instrument cluster
Adds the AMG menu to the instrument cluster with oil and coolant temperature, gearbox temperature and a lap timer.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
AMG Track Pace (lap times and telemetry)
Comand gains AMG Track Pace: record lap times, sector times and driving data for track days.
Comand Online only, not with Audio 20.
Condition: Comand Online
Extra modes in Dynamic Select
Dynamic Select gains extra drive programs such as Sport+ or a manual shift mode, depending on engine and equipment.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Remember drive mode or choose default
The car starts in the drive program of your choice, such as Sport, instead of always in Comfort.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
AMG Race and Drift mode
On AMG 63 models the Race mode (and Drift mode on the E 63 4MATIC+) becomes available for track use.
For use on closed circuits only.
Condition: Mercedes-AMG E 63 only
Exhaust flap – clear fault after conversion
After fitting an aftermarket exhaust, the flap control is adapted so no fault message appears.
The exhaust system must have valid type approval.
Condition: AMG with exhaust flaps
Driver assistance (5)
Traffic sign recognition
The camera reads speed limit and no-overtaking signs and shows them in the instrument cluster and navigation.
Condition: Camera present (22P/23P)
Lane assist – remember setting
The car remembers the last chosen setting of active lane keeping assist instead of resetting at every start.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Active speed limit assist
Distronic automatically adopts recognised speed limits as the set speed, so you need to adjust less yourself.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Distronic (239) and traffic sign recognition present
Active lane change assist
With Distronic active, the car changes lanes on the motorway by itself after you set the indicator.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: MBUX Mopf with Driving Assistance Package 23P
Active parking assist – adjust functions
The parking assist is extended or restored so the car can steer itself when parking in and out.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Retrofit (5)
Facelift steering wheel retrofit
The newer steering wheel with touch controls is fitted, with airbag and wheel controls coded correctly.
Digital instrument cluster retrofit
The classic instrument cluster is replaced by the fully digital display with several display styles.
Condition: Cars with analogue cluster
Reversing camera retrofit
An original reversing camera is fitted and linked to the screen, showing the view as soon as you select reverse.
360° camera retrofit
Four cameras give a bird’s-eye view around the vehicle, ideal for tight parking spaces and large vans.
Blind spot assist retrofit
Radar sensors behind the bumper warn with a symbol in the mirror when a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Comfort (4)
Air suspension – adjust ride height
The air suspension ride height is adjusted within the permitted range, for example slightly lower for a sharper stance.
We stay within the margins for headlamp aim and roadworthiness.
Condition: Air Body Control fitted
Mirrors fold on lock
Electrically folding door mirrors that fold automatically when you lock; if the car has no folding mirrors we retrofit them.
Energizing Comfort programs
Programs that combine climate, lighting, music and seat massage where fitted, for a fresh or relaxed drive.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Seat heating – back/cushion balance
You choose whether seat heating warms the cushion, the backrest or both.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Sounds and chimes (4)
Acoustic lock confirmation
The car gives a short sound signal to confirm locking and unlocking.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Parking sensors – tones and warning
Pitch and volume of the parking sensors are adjusted and a tone already sounds in the yellow zone, so you are warned earlier.
Condition: Parktronic fitted
Active engine sound booster
A sound module under the car gives especially diesels a fuller, sportier engine sound, with adjustable intensity.
Aftermarket product; sound stays within legal limits.
Engine sound via the speakers
In the sporty drive programs an enhanced engine sound plays through the audio system.
Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1
Access and locking (2)
Alarm – interior and tow-away protection
Activates or fine-tunes the factory anti-theft alarm (theft protection package), including interior monitoring where the hardware is fitted.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Flash confirmation when locking and unlocking
You choose how often the indicators flash when locking and unlocking, so you can clearly see the car is locked.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Audio (2)
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (factory)
The original smartphone integration is enabled, so you use navigation, music and messages from your phone via the Mercedes screen and controller.
Only if your head unit supports it; we check this in advance by plate/VIN.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online; Codierschmiede lists Audio 20 Widescreen from the 2018 update
DAB+ digital radio retrofit
The radio gains DAB+ for clear digital reception and more stations, fully operated through the original system.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Climate (2)
Air recirculation without time limit
Recirculation no longer switches back to fresh air after a few minutes, handy in traffic jams or with bad smells outside.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
Parking heater with remote control
The parking heater can be started by remote control, so in winter you get into a warm, ice-free vehicle.
Condition: Parking heater fitted
Safety (1)
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder (chime and the rear-seat pop-up) can be adjusted, for example for yard work or moving the car around.
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)
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Frequently asked questions
Which versions does this page cover?
E-Class Saloon, E-Class Estate (S213), E-Class Coupé (C238), E-Class Cabriolet (A238), E-Class All-Terrain, Mercedes-AMG E 43/E 53/E 63, chassis W213, S213, C238, A238, model years 2016-2023.
Does my car need certain options?
For some features it does: 48 of the 56 features have a condition, such as specific equipment or a software version. We check it at the diagnosis before we switch anything on.
How do I request features?
Book through the website or send your plate number via WhatsApp, with the features you want. We tell you what is possible on your car.
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