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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (C217/A217) 2014–2021

28 features for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (C217/A217) 2014–2021: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 5

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation

Your phone on the car screen via the USB cable: navigation, music and messages in a familiar layout.

Depends on the infotainment type; we check this first.

Condition: Comand Online NTG5; verify per VIN (by analogy)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Infotainment start-up logo

Choose a different start-up screen for the infotainment system, for example the logo of a sporty version or of the sound system.

Display only; nothing changes technically.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Skip MBUX legal disclaimer

Shorten or skip the MBUX or COMAND start / legal disclaimer. Mercedes W205 W213 W177.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Video in motion

Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.

For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.

Condition: NTG5 (HU5) Comand Online (sibling of listed platform)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Lighting 4

Coming home follow-me-home time

After you get out, the lights stay on longer or switch on automatically so you can reach the front door safely. A wider time range becomes available in the menu.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Tail lights with DRL – adjust

The tail lights come on together with the daytime running lights, so you are more visible from behind at dusk and in rain.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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.

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

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

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

632 · 642

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 3

Air suspension: adjust ride height

The standard ride height of the air suspension is set slightly lower within factory limits, for a tighter look.

After adjustment we check headlight aim; an alignment may be needed.

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

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

Comfort-indicator flash count

A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Close windows when it rains

If a window or the sunroof is left open while the car is parked and locked, the car closes it automatically as soon as the rain sensor detects rain.

Only works with a rain sensor; we check this first.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Convenience 2

Open fuel cap warning

The instrument cluster warns you when the fuel cap is not closed properly after refuelling.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Start-stop – remember last setting

The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Access 1

Alarm and interior monitoring settings

Adjusts the alarm or interior monitoring, for example if you often leave a pet in the car or use a car wash.

Check your insurance conditions first.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

Audio 1

DAB+ digital radio retrofit

The radio gains DAB+ for clear digital reception and more stations, fully operated through the original system.

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

537 · E1D

Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request

Sound 2

Acoustic lock confirmation

A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.

Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Reverse-gear beep off

Removes the short beep when you select reverse; the parking sensors keep working as normal.

Only with factory parking sensors.

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

Likely15 minPrice on request

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.

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

B24 · HY1 · H12

Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request

Assistance 3

Lane assist – remember last setting

Preferably the car remembers whether lane assist was on or off when you switched off. Other variants are discussed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Speed Limit Assist – adjust

Cruise control can adopt the recognised speed limit after confirming with one press of a button. We discuss in the workshop what suits your car.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

5AT

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Traffic-sign recognition coding

The camera behind the windscreen reads speed signs and shows the current limit in the instrument cluster and on the screen.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Safety 1

Seatbelt reminder – adjust

The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 5

AMG menu and performance screens in MBUX

MBUX gets the AMG performance pages with a g-force meter, engine data and power display. Useful to see what the car is doing.

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

Likely30 minPrice on request

AMG Track Pace (lap coach)

A performance-coaching page for track use that shows lap times and driving data on the Comand screen.

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

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

Remember driving profile

The car starts in the last chosen driving profile instead of always in Comfort or Eco.

According to sources, Go-Kart mode cannot be chosen as the default.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

ESP Sport / handling mode Mercedes

Code ESP Sport or a sharper handling line. Not a public-road safety delete.

Checked at diagnosisPrice on request

Exhaust flap behaviour

Opening and closing of the exhaust flap follows the chosen driving profile more clearly, for example quieter in Comfort.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Services 1

Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.

Offer: hidden features + Seven Health Scan

from €250

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FAQ

Is this safe for my car?

We back up the original settings first. Everything can be restored.

How do I know it works on my car?

Every feature carries a label. We confirm final compatibility at the diagnosis, before we change anything.

What does it cost?

Each feature shows its price from, including VAT. Features by agreement are agreed with you in the workshop.

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