Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz CLE (C236/A236) 2023–
21 features for the Mercedes-Benz CLE (C236/A236) 2023–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.
Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.
Display 4
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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check 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
Navigation in MBUX
Cars without built-in navigation get MBUX navigation with maps, provided the hardware supports it.
Whether this is possible depends on the MBUX hardware; we check that first.
Condition: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely60 minPrice on request
Adapt imported car to European settings
On a car from, for example, the US or Japan, language, map region, units and lighting settings are adapted to European use as far as possible.
Scope depends on the country of origin and equipment; we assess this first.
Condition: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely120 minPrice on request
Lighting 2
Digital Light – lock and unlock animations
Cars with Digital Light headlights get light animations when unlocking and locking. Which projection functions are allowed while driving is discussed beforehand.
Animations at standstill only; road projections are not allowed everywhere.
Condition: Only with DIGITAL LIGHT headlights. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely60 minPrice on request
Daytime running lights – adjust in menu
The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Comfort 1
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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Convenience 2
Dashcam starts recording automatically
The built-in MBUX dashcam function starts recording automatically when the car starts, so you no longer need to switch it on every trip.
Keep privacy rules in mind when storing footage.
Condition: Cars with MBUX dashcam function (camera-based). MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely30 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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Access 1
Indicator flash on lock and unlock
The indicators confirm locking and unlocking, so you can see from a distance that the car is locked.
Condition: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Sound 1
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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Lane change assistant – adjust
On cars with Driving Assistant Professional, lane-change assistance can be enabled where permitted.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Driver Assistance Package required. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Traffic light and stop sign assist
The instrument cluster shows traffic lights and stop signs and can assist with braking for them. The car needs the Driver Assistance Package.
Supporting system; you remain responsible yourself.
Condition: Driver Assistance Package. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely45 minPrice on request
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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Performance 6
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: Non-AMG models. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely30 minPrice on request
AMG Race and Drift mode
On suitable AMG models, Race and/or Drift mode is added to the drive programs. Intended for track use.
Intended for use on closed tracks only.
Condition: Mercedes-AMG CLE 53. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely45 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: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Driving profile selection on the screen
Driving profiles such as Eco, Normal, Sport and Individual become visible and adjustable via the infotainment screen.
Availability depends on engine, gearbox and equipment.
Condition: MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 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: AMG models. MBUX NTG7 (W214/C236: MBUX gen. 3): central gateway with Star3 SecOC; coding is signed online (SCN), availability depends on software level; check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Services 1
Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.