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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223/V223/Z223) 2020–

23 features for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223/V223/Z223) 2020–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 6

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: Maybach-style cluster theme reported for S-Class only. 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

Lighting 3

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

640

Likely60 minPrice on request

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

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: 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

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 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: 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

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

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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