Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206/S206) 2021–
39 features for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206/S206) 2021–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.
Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.
Display 7
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
Digital cockpit layouts
Different looks for the Active Info Display, such as a carbon background, a sporty layout or a different speedometer scale.
Only with Active Info Display; available layouts vary by software version.
Condition: Petrol 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 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: 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
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: Reported via coding; risk level medium. 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
Lighting 6
Link ambient lighting to drive mode
The ambient lighting colour changes with the selected drive mode, for example red in Sport.
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
Likely30 minPrice on request
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: 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
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
Full adaptive high beam (ILS+/IHC+)
On cars with Multibeam or Digital Light headlights from markets with limited settings, the adaptive high beam that masks out oncoming traffic can be fully enabled.
Mainly relevant for imported cars; European cars often have this already.
Condition: MULTIBEAM/DIGITAL LIGHT; mainly North-American-spec cars with limited adaptive high beam. 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
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Likely60 minPrice on request
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: 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
Comfort 3
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
Mirrors folding on lock
The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car with the key and fold out again when you unlock. Handy in narrow streets and car parks.
Only possible if the mirrors fold electrically.
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
Remote engine start (Mercedes me)
Via the Mercedes me app you can start the engine remotely to bring the cabin to temperature in advance.
Only in countries where Mercedes me offers this service.
Condition: Mercedes me available in country; automatic transmission. 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
Convenience 4
Doors locking from a set speed
The doors lock automatically once you drive off above a low speed and unlock again when you switch off the engine.
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
Car wash mode
One selection in MBUX prepares the car for the car wash: recirculation on, camera on and warnings reduced. Depending on equipment the mirrors fold in as well.
Condition: Factory on some versions. 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
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 2
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: 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
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 6
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
Active parking assist – adjust functions
On cars with active parking assist, parking functions restricted by regulation or the parking speed can be adjusted. What is possible is discussed beforehand.
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
Likely45 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: 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
5AT
Checked at diagnosis15 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
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: 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
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 7
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: AMG C 43 / C 63. 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
Laptimer and performance measurement
A stopwatch for lap times in the instrument cluster, operated with the steering-wheel buttons. Fun for track days.
Intended for track use.
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 minPrice on request
Retrofit 2
Adaptive cruise control (Distronic) retrofit
Cars without Distronic get adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go that keeps its distance to the car ahead. A different steering wheel switch unit is usually needed.
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
Likely180 minPrice on request
360° camera retrofit
An original 360° camera system is installed and coded, so you see the car from above and all around when parking.
Condition: Online SCN coding 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
Likely480 minPrice on request
Services 1
Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.