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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito / Marco (W447) 2014–

39 features for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito / Marco (W447) 2014–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 9

Camera and sensors stay on longer

Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.

Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.

Condition: 360° camera (JS1) fitted

Checked at diagnosis15 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: Audio 20 / Comand Online NTG5.1, if offered from factory for this build; check on diagnosis

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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

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

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: Comand Online NTG5

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: Colour instrument 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

Checked at diagnosis120 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: Comand Online NTG5; check software level

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 4

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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

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: Windscreen camera and LED headlamps present

Likely15 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.

Checked at diagnosis15 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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

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: Code F64/F65

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 3

Parking brake on automatically at switch-off

The electric parking brake is applied automatically as soon as you switch off the engine.

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

Condition: Electric parking brake

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Do not wake systems when a door opens (camper)

Opening a door no longer starts up the infotainment and control units each time, saving the battery when camping.

Condition: Mopf 2 (code XM7)

FD2

Checked at diagnosis30 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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

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: Factory alarm hardware (EDW) present

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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Audio 3

Activate AUX input

An AUX input is added for an external audio source, such as an older MP3 player or an add-on module.

Condition: NTG5

Likely60 minPrice on request

DAB+ digital radio retrofit

The radio gains DAB+ for clear digital reception and more stations, fully operated through the original system.

Condition: Audio 20 / Comand NTG5

537 · E1D

Likely120 minPrice on request

Wi-Fi hotspot and Bluetooth tethering

Comand can use your phone’s internet or provide a Wi-Fi hotspot for passengers.

Condition: Comand Online NTG5

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

Sound 2

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 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: Parking heater fitted (HY1)

B24 · HY1 · H12

Checked at diagnosis120 minPrice on request

Assistance 2

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: Parktronic EZ8 fitted

Checked at diagnosis45 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 with lane keeping assist present; Comand not required

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: Audio 15/Audio 20/Comand Online (NTG5); 2024 Mopf: MBUX

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 2

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: Colour instrument cluster

Likely30 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

Retrofit 8

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: Code ET4

Likely180 minPrice on request

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

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: Audio 20 / Comand NTG5.0/5.1/5.2

Likely90 minPrice on request

Cruise control retrofit

A cruise control stalk or steering wheel buttons are fitted and the function is enabled in the engine control unit. Relaxed driving on long trips.

Not every engine software supports this; we check in advance.

Condition: Code MS1

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.

Condition: Audio 20/Comand NTG5 or Audio 15 (Vito)

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.

Condition: Code JS1 (pre-Mopf 2) or JB6 (Mopf 2)

Likely480 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.

Likely240 minPrice on request

Tyre pressure monitoring retrofit

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

Condition: Code RY2

RY2

Checked at diagnosis60 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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