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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212/S212/C207) 2013–2017

34 features for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212/S212/C207) 2013–2017: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 5

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

Needle sweep at start-up

At start-up the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep fully out and back once, just like on sports cars.

Only visible with analogue gauges.

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

Likely15 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: By analogy with other platforms (no platform-specific source); confirm on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Lighting 7

Ambient lighting setup

More colours and your own brightness for the mood lighting in the doors and dashboard, selectable on the infotainment screen.

Only if ambient lighting is fitted from the factory.

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

Likely15 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: 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

Fog lights retrofit

Original front fog lights are fitted and coded for better visibility in fog and heavy rain.

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

L13

Checked at diagnosis180 minPrice on request

High-beam assistant release

High beam switches on and off automatically depending on oncoming and preceding traffic. The activation speed can also be adjusted.

Only works with the camera behind the windscreen; we check this first.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Mirror ground lights when folded

The ground lights under the mirrors can also work when the mirrors are folded, or together with the rest of the entry lighting.

Only if the mirrors have these lamps.

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

Checked at diagnosis15 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 2

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 3

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

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

881 · 890

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

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 2

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

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 4

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

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

Retrofit 5

Blind spot assist retrofit

Radar sensors behind the bumper warn with a symbol in the mirror when a vehicle is in your blind spot.

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

234 · JA7

Checked at diagnosis360 minPrice on request

CarPlay and Android Auto via interface

For the original iDrive system we fit a module so Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work on the original screen with the existing controls.

Condition: NTG4.5/4.7 head unit

Likely90 minPrice on request

Rear-view camera retrofit

A genuine rear-view camera with guidelines on the infotainment screen, coded as if fitted at the factory.

Price and feasibility after checking your equipment.

Likely120 minPrice on request

Tow bar fitting and coding

A tow bar is fitted and coded so trailer lighting, stability control and parking sensors recognise the trailer.

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

Checked at diagnosis240 minPrice on request

Tyre pressure monitoring retrofit

Sensors in the wheels show the pressure of each tyre and warn when pressure drops.

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

RY2

Checked at diagnosis60 minPrice on request

Services 1

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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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