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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213/S213/C238) 2016–2023

58 features for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213/S213/C238) 2016–2023: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 12

AMG car graphics and data screens in Comand

The Comand screen shows the car as an AMG version and gains extra pages with engine and driving data.

Condition: Comand Online NTG5*1/NTG5.5

Likely30 minPrice on request

Augmented reality navigation (MBUX)

The navigation screen shows a live camera image with arrows and house numbers, so you find turns and addresses more easily.

Only with MBUX navigation and front camera.

Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

U19

Likely45 minPrice on request

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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online; Codierschmiede lists Audio 20 Widescreen from the 2018 update

Likely15 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: MBUX Mopf, E 220/300/400/450 variants, digital cluster

Likely15 minPrice on request

Engine data on the central screen

The infotainment screen shows live torque, power, oil temperature and battery voltage.

Condition: Comand Online NTG5.5

Likely30 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Analogue or digital cluster

Likely15 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: Comand Online NTG5.5

Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request

Finer speed scale in the cockpit

The speedometer in the virtual cockpit shows intermediate marks, so you read speed more precisely.

Display only; actual speed is unchanged.

Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

Checked at diagnosis15 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 8

Illuminated air vents

The air vents get integrated ambient lighting that matches the interior lighting colour.

Likely240 minPrice on request

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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Entry and warning lights in the doors

Lamps at the bottom of the doors light the entry area and warn approaching traffic when a door is open.

Likely120 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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: LED headlamps and multifunction camera present

Likely15 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: Multibeam LED (SA 642)

632 · 642

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 6

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: Air Body Control fitted

Likely30 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Energizing Comfort programs

MBUX gets the Energizing programs that combine lighting, climate and music for a relaxing or refreshing drive.

Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

549

Likely30 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.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Rear wiper in reverse

Choose whether the rear wiper sweeps automatically when the front wipers are on and you select reverse, or not.

Condition: Estate (S213)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Seat heating – back/cushion balance

MBUX gets a setting to balance the seat heating between backrest and cushion.

Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 5

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1; dashcam (21U) fitted

Likely30 minPrice on request

Open fuel cap warning

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

Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Checked at diagnosis15 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Estate or saloon with power boot lid

881 · 890

Likely30 minPrice on request

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

Checked at diagnosis15 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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

537 · E1D

Likely120 minPrice on request

Sound 4

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: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Switch off artificial engine sound

The extra sound through the speakers can be switched off for a quieter cabin, or back on. Only possible when it was fitted at the factory.

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

Condition: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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: Parktronic fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Active engine sound booster

A sound module under the car gives especially diesels a fuller, sportier engine sound, with adjustable intensity.

Aftermarket product; sound stays within legal limits.

Checked at diagnosis180 minPrice on request

Climate 2

Air recirculation without time limit

Recirculation no longer switches back to fresh air after a few minutes, handy in traffic jams or with bad smells outside.

Condition: NTG5*1 / NTG5.5 Audio 20 or Comand Online (2016-2020)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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: Parking heater fitted

B24 · HY1 · H12

Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request

Assistance 5

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Checked at diagnosis15 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: MBUX Mopf with Driving Assistance Package 23P

Checked at diagnosis15 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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Checked at diagnosis45 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: Distronic (239) and traffic sign recognition present

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: Camera present (22P/23P)

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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 E 63 only

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Mopf 2020+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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 – clear fault after conversion

After fitting an aftermarket exhaust, the flap control is adapted so no fault message appears.

The exhaust system must have valid type approval.

Condition: AMG with exhaust flaps

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

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: Comand Online

Likely15 minPrice on request

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.

234 · JA7

Likely360 minPrice on request

Digital instrument cluster retrofit

The analogue cluster is replaced by the digital instrument cluster with different layouts per drive mode.

Condition: Cars with analogue cluster

6WB

Likely180 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

Facelift steering wheel retrofit

The newer steering wheel with touch controls is fitted, with airbag and wheel controls coded correctly.

Likely120 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.

Likely480 minPrice on request

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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