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Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 coding: hidden features

Short answer: Our catalogue lists 27 features for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 in 12 categories; the largest are lighting (5), driving and performance (4) and driver assistance (3). We work with Xentry. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.

Facts from our catalogue
Versions	S-Class, S-Class Long, Mercedes-AMG S 63/S 65, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class
Chassis	W222, V222, X222
Model years	2013-2020
Features in the catalogue	27
Categories	12
With a condition (option or equipment needed)	22
Software	Xentry
Workshop	Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment

For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 (S-Class, S-Class Long, Mercedes-AMG S 63/S 65, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class; chassis W222, V222, X222; model years 2013-2020) our catalogue lists 27 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.

Seven Tuning works in Rotterdam and Waddinxveen: the workshop is in Waddinxveen and serves Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Remote coding works anywhere in the Netherlands and abroad, when the job allows it.

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Lighting (5)

Comfort indicator flash count
A single short tap makes the indicator flash the number of times you choose, handy when overtaking and changing lanes.
CodingLikely possible
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Coming home with low beam
After getting out, the headlights stay on with low beam for a while, so you safely reach your door in the dark.
CodingLikely possibleModules: SAM/CBC (lighting)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Longer blue welcome light in headlamps
The blue welcome light in the LED headlamps stays on longer after unlocking, up to about 25 seconds.
CodingLikely possibleModules: LED headlamp control units, SAM/CBC (lighting)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Daytime running lights – rear lights on
The rear lights come on together with the daytime running lights, so the car is more visible from behind. The setting is discussed beforehand.
CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: SAM/CBC (lighting)
Lighting rules: we discuss what is allowed.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Ambient lighting with 64 colours
If the car has factory ambient lighting with a limited number of colours, the full palette of 64 colours can be made available.
RetrofitChecked at diagnosis
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Driving and performance (4)

AMG menu in the instrument cluster
The cluster gets the AMG pages with engine and temperature data and lap times, useful for spirited driving.
CodingLikely possibleModules: HU6 (MBUX head unit)
AMG Track Pace (lap coach)
A performance-coaching page for track use that shows lap times and driving data on the Comand screen.
CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: HU (head unit)
Exhaust flap control via steering buttons
On AMG models with exhaust flaps you can control the exhaust sound via the AMG steering wheel buttons, or set the flaps to a fixed position.
CodingChecked at diagnosis
Keep noise rules on public roads in mind.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Remember drive mode or choose default
The car starts in the last used drive mode or in a fixed chosen mode, instead of always in Comfort.
CodingChecked at diagnosis
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Driver assistance (3)

Advanced traffic sign recognition
Traffic sign recognition shows other signs besides speed limits, such as no-overtaking and priority signs.
RetrofitChecked at diagnosis
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Lane assist – remember setting
The chosen lane assist mode (for example standard or warning only) is kept after restarting. Which setting is allowed is discussed beforehand.
CodingChecked at diagnosisBy agreement
In the EU the lane departure warning must be active at every start; we discuss what is possible.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Speed limit warning – adjust
The behaviour of the warning when exceeding the speed limit can be adjusted. What is legally possible is agreed with you in the workshop.
CodingChecked at diagnosisBy agreement
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Screens and instruments (3)

Infotainment start-up logo
At start-up the Comand/Audio 20 screen shows a different logo, for example in AMG style. A purely visual change.
CodingLikely possibleModules: HU6 (MBUX head unit)
A visual change only; the car’s model does not change.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Change units (kW/hp, bar/psi, °C)
Power, tyre pressure, temperature and consumption are shown in the units you are used to, for example on an imported car.
CodingLikely possible
Video in motion
Video and TV images remain visible on the central screen while driving, so the passenger can keep watching.
CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: HU6 (MBUX head unit)
For the passenger only.
Condition: NTG5 (HU5) Comand Online

Audio (2)

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation
On cars with a suitable NTG5 head unit the smartphone integration is enabled so navigation, music and messages from your phone appear on the original screen.
ActivationChecked at diagnosis
Condition: Comand Online NTG5; support depends on unit and software, verify per VIN (by analogy)
DAB+ digital radio retrofit
The radio gains DAB+ for clear digital reception and more stations, fully operated through the original system.
RetrofitChecked at diagnosisModules: HU (Audio 20 / Comand Online)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Comfort (2)

Air suspension – adjust ride height
The air suspension ride height is adjusted within the permitted range, for example slightly lower for a sharper stance.
CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: Airmatic / suspension control unit
We stay within the margins for headlamp aim and roadworthiness.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Windows close fully when it rains
With the car parked and rain closing active, the windows close fully instead of leaving a gap.
CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: Door control modules (DMFL/DMFR/DMRL/DMRR)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Convenience (2)

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.
CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: CPC (powertrain control), EZS (electronic ignition lock)
Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
Open fuel cap warning
The instrument cluster warns you when the fuel cap is not closed properly after refuelling.
CodingLikely possibleModules: SAM/CBC, IC (instrument cluster)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Sounds and chimes (2)

Acoustic lock confirmation
The car gives a short sound signal when unlocking and locking, so you also hear that the car is locked.
CodingChecked at diagnosis
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis
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.
CodingLikely possibleModules: PTS (Parktronic)
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Access and locking (1)

Alarm – perimeter and parking damage detection
The factory alarm gets perimeter monitoring and parking damage notification, if the hardware is present.
CodingLikely possible

Climate (1)

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.
RetrofitChecked at diagnosis
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Retrofit (1)

Facelift steering wheel retrofit
The newer steering wheel with touch controls is fitted, with airbag and wheel controls coded correctly.
RetrofitLikely possibleModules: SRS (airbag), Steering column module

Safety (1)

Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder behaviour for front or rear seats can be adjusted, for example when carrying luggage on the passenger seat. The exact setting is agreed together.
CodingLikely possibleBy agreement
Safety function: we discuss the setting in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

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Frequently asked questions

Which versions does this page cover?

S-Class, S-Class Long, Mercedes-AMG S 63/S 65, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, chassis W222, V222, X222, model years 2013-2020.

Does my car need certain options?

For some features it does: 22 of the 27 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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Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 coding: hidden features

Lighting (5)

Comfort indicator flash count

Coming home with low beam

Longer blue welcome light in headlamps

Daytime running lights – rear lights on

Ambient lighting with 64 colours

Driving and performance (4)

AMG menu in the instrument cluster

AMG Track Pace (lap coach)

Exhaust flap control via steering buttons

Remember drive mode or choose default

Driver assistance (3)

Advanced traffic sign recognition

Lane assist – remember setting

Speed limit warning – adjust

Screens and instruments (3)

Infotainment start-up logo

Change units (kW/hp, bar/psi, °C)

Video in motion

Audio (2)

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation

DAB+ digital radio retrofit

Comfort (2)

Air suspension – adjust ride height

Windows close fully when it rains

Convenience (2)

Start-stop – remember last setting

Open fuel cap warning

Sounds and chimes (2)

Acoustic lock confirmation

Parking sensors – tones and warning