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Hidden features and retrofits for the Mercedes-Benz GLC (X253/C253) 2015–2022

48 features for the Mercedes-Benz GLC (X253/C253) 2015–2022: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 7

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 2019+: 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 Panasonic unit or NTG5.1; Audio 20 only with codes 520/522

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 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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 / Audio 20 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: Mopf 2019+: 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

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 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 9

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 Audio 20/Comand Online (2015-2019)

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 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 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 2019+: 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: Mopf 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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

Illuminated door sills

Original illuminated door sills are fitted and coded, with maximum brightness at night.

U62

Checked at diagnosis90 minPrice on request

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: ILS LED (SA 642) with camera

640

Likely60 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

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: ILS LED (SA 642)

632 · 642

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 5

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 2019+: 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 2019+: 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

Seat heating – back/cushion balance

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

Condition: Mopf 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 6

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

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 2019+: 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 2019+: 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 2019+: 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 2019+: 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: Power tailgate

881 · 890

Likely30 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: Mopf 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minPrice on request

Audio 1

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 Audio 20/Comand Online (2015-2019)

Likely60 minPrice on request

Sound 3

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 Audio 20/Comand Online (2015-2019)

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 2019+: 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

Climate 1

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 Audio 20/Comand Online (2015-2019)

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: Mopf 2019+: 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 2019+: 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/ET4) 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)

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 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 5

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 2019+: MBUX (NTG6) – coding as on MBUX gen. 1

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: Mopf 2019+: 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 2019+: 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

Retrofit 4

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: NTG5 units without factory support

Likely90 minPrice on request

Digital instrument cluster retrofit

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

Condition: Check on diagnosis

6WB

Likely180 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

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

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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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