Hey everyone, for those asking about the eject from sunroof command on MBUX. This is genuinely real! However it is only found on the portrait styled version of MBUX (MBUX v2 / NTG 7 currently found in C-Class, EQE, EQS & soon to be the new SL and new GLC next year).
Hi Nick, you never said HOW to set the Speed Limiter, this would be really really useful for preventing speeding tickets in 30 zones, for going 1 MILE OVER!!!!!!
Hey Steven, already produced a video on that over a year ago. I had a link with a pop out banner to go to that video: ua-cam.com/video/9EYSOX7hJh0/v-deo.html Hope that helps! 🤓
@@npoleary Thanks Nick, keep up the great work, excellent videos matey, looking forward to getting my A200 AMG Premium, it's built last July, just waiting for Chips!!!
Ok now, will the battery warming fectuer work with a regular wall outlet source since your not liking to have a level 2 or 3 chargers 🔌 in many areas ?
4:31 some signs i have noticed recently by putting in a fresh battery is the responsiveness of the key when opening and locking the doors from the outside. i also cant confirm if i can use my leg sweep maneuver to open the trunk if the key is in a low battery state.
Right but if the key battery is dead you wouldn’t be able to open the door to put the key there in the first place. Is there a way to open the door with a dead key battery?
Yeah I’ve covered it in my tips and tricks series but there’s a hidden way to open Mercedes doors on the driver’s door (in most cases) Hidden behind a flap on the left
Thanks for the video. Another thing I learned from this is that I don't need to keep the start button pressed until I hear the engine come on. Apparently I can just quickly press it and wait (with foot on break). Going to test that tomorrow.
I am so very happy to have discovered your fantastic tutorials on MBZ! The manual is daunting to say the least, and puts one to sleep. My 2016 350 wagon was ready to begin eating money, after around 80,000 miles. We walked into a dealership to see how long it takes to order a new wagon. We’d heard up to a year. Sitting on the lot was a fully loaded cardinal red 450 wagon. It was “used” with 100 miles on it! A guy bought it for his wife but she didn’t like it. What fantastic news for us! A CPO certified car that was such a deal! We traded in the older cardinal red car on the spot. Poor new car has had to sit outside in the first and biggest snowstorm of the season. We’re in the midst of moving to a new home so the garage is full. Thanks for your great help with tutorials. I will be viewing them over and over until they are fully ingrained in my brain. I think there were features on my previous car that never got used,
Yeah, Nick! You've fulfilled a number of roles I think M-B ought to have done considering the price of the cars. Your info about owning an M-B is invaluable. I wish you'd published this video 24 hours earlier. I'm in my 4th week with my EQA in Tokyo. I pulled into work yesterday morning and got out of the car to open the gate to the garage. No problem. Back into the car and try to shift into drive and .... nothing .... then some message about "emergency" and "key" > check the owner's manual. WHAT?! I'm blocking the sidewalk AND the drive to the parking garage. DO WE REALLY NEED TO DO THIS NOW?!!!! Your tip about a dead battery in the key fob is EXACTLY what I needed to get the car running again.
Ah awesome thank you! Glad you’re loving the videos! Oh no, hope you got it going! There’s been loads of rumours floating around regarding the key symbol so thought I’d put it to the test and let everyone know!
thank you for the videos Nick o'leary please I have a glb 2022 it does not stop ringing when I cross the 160km / h so I understand more how to deactivate this sound system thank you very much
Thank you! Ah you might have winter tyre limit or something? I’ve not gone that fast before so not too sure 😅 But have a look in HOME, SETTINGS, VEHICLE, Winter Tyres, make sure this is off (if you don’t have winter tyres on)
@@npoleary thank you, on my Mercedes I don’t have that option, until you look at the apps on the touchscreen-Is this how you would engage off-road mode?? Thank you again..
No it’s just Dynamic Select *IF* the car has it. Depends if you chose I think an off road option at factory or if it’s available where you live / where you’re based (sorry hard to tell where everyone lives in comments on UA-cam!)
Hi Nick, I am having a very strange behaviour with Mercedes' proprietary app called "mercedes me". It is very good because it allows to share addresses straight from my iPhone Google maps to the car's (GLE 450) GPS. It has unfortunately stopped working since Mid August 2022 after the latest iOS mandatory update release from Apple. Every time I am getting an error message as ‘ location could not found’ from the Mercedes me. Are you aware of this issue and it’s fix? Thanks for being always accessible to your fan base of Mercedes community.
Hey sambakorea, this is quite common among iPhones. Traditionally Bluetooth on iOS is only for Calls, Texts and music. The sending of addresses can sometimes stop working after an iOS update as resets some parameters. Just a unpair from Bluetooth in the car and phone and reconnect both back up will fix it. 👍🏼
@@npoleary Hi there, just updating on this issue- Apple Maps is working ok and able to share the map data with the Mercedes Me app. The issue still exists with Google maps with an error as ‘ location could not be found on the Mercedes App.🤔🤔
My observation was the Google Maps, Apple Maps and What3Words all had this issue after the iOS update (15.7 I believe it was). Since then Apple Maps has started working again, and given MercedesMe hasn’t been updated, this suggests the map products may need an update to work with the iOS update. I have since installed iOS 16 and this has not changed the situation. So does look like it could be an intentional change from Apple that Google and W3W still need to update for. As I say, just my observation and thoughts, haven’t been able to find anything official from any of the parties mentioned.
Hi Nick brilliant video! What exact model of vehicle are you featuring in this video please. And spec please? Looking for my next upgrade and I love this!
@@npoleary Ah ok. Thanks for that. I know this isn't really related to this particular video, but do you have one explaining the controls for the wipers at all?
Always good to find out new possibilities for the Merc. I downloaded the TalkSPORT App on my iPhone (Radio), however the connectivity seems to have become a problem with connection with the Car at times for some really random reason. DO you know of any Apps that also do this, wondering if I should just delete the App. The problem since adding this App is that any messages that are received by my phone automatically get turned into voice mail via the car which is great, however it now repeats the same message even if I reply/cancel the message… Any thoughts/ideas please.
Nick O'Leary can u tell me how to set my car to open to my touch?? I have a 2013 glk 350. It was working then when I got it out of the shop, the touch wasn't working.
Hey Melanie, really sorry I’ve never seen a GLK before. If it’s the same as other models, try the changing the battery in the key or speak with your local Mercedes and they should be able to give you a hand 🤓 There isn’t a setting to turn it off so I’m presuming it’s just the battery 🤓 Hope so anyway!
Ah the one I used was an EQS (in the video) However you can get that style of screen currently in C-Class, EQE, EQS, new SL and as of next year new GLC. EQE SUV & EQS SUV should have something similar too but that’ll be confirmed by Mercedes in the future.
Hi Nick; I just got my brand new GLE 350e and it rolls fantastic.There is one thing I find rather strange.I am used to drive in the regenerating break modus. Meaning getting energy back in the battery during breaking. When the battery is empty this dos not work any more. Is there a way to set it do regenerative driving at all times ? Best Regards Axel
Nick - I've been watching just about all of your videos related to my recently purchased EQS 580 and they are great. Thanks so much for doing them. I have a question if you still read these comments. I've paired my iPhone with the MBUX, allowed the contacts and favorites to sync, and enabled Apple CarPlay. CarPlay works great but I am really enjoying MBUX so I want to mostly use that interface. The contacts still don't sync so I can't just say, "Her Mercedes. Call ..." then list someone in my contacts. If I want to do that, I need to switch to CarPlay and ask Siri to do it. The dealership tells me that once CarPlay is enabled that the contacts won't sync to MBUX - it's just one or the other. True or is there something I've failed to do to be able to use contacts in MBUX? Thanks for any assistance.
Hey! Ah glad you enjoy them! Yes so for the best user experience (this is for any car as I cover various manufacturers and they’re all the same) You must choose one or the other. For example in Mercedes if you have Apple CarPlay on, MBUX will suspend some of its functions and expect you to use CarPlay. I’ve not been in an EQS for a while since I filmed one with Mercedes some time ago but it’ll be in the phone menu and you’re looking for some icons that have Phone icon, Media icon & Apple CarPlay icon (this will probably be selected at the moment). Press Home, Phone and look for the like a Bluetooth device manager option where you’ll find these icons. Another thing you could do on your phone is press Settings, Bluetooth, find your car and turn off CarPlay in there which will force the car to use Bluetooth enabling the phonebook to appear on MBUX.
Thanks for the reply@@npoleary . I am able to toggle between using CarPlay and BT but wanted to see whether you could confirm that the contacts would not be available to the phone function for both MBUX and CarPlay. Darn, that seems an odd restriction but "it is what it is" and I'll simply need to consider that when making phone calls or looking to navigate to a contact's address. Thanks again.
Ah that’s just the way CarPlay works. CarPlay is a completely separate UI and when enabled it’ll make the multimedia system in a car swap to CarPlay. You can use both together but you’ll find that you’ll be hopping between UI’s often as they both compete for your attention. For example if you have a text come through, that’ll interrupt whatever’s on the screen and show you that instead.
@@npoleary Ah, I must just be recalling my last car's experience incorrectly. I had a Porsche Taycan before the EQS and I could see the two interfaces (Porsche and Apple) but I thought I was still able to instruct the Porsche side to call contact numbers. Since I used Apple CarPlay more often than Porsche's interface, I likely and just not remembering that experience correctly. MBUX does everything so much better than Porsche's PCM, though, that I find myself expecting to spend much more time on that interface. Thanks again.
Hi Nick, love your reviews. Just one clarification: on 7:50 you say: iPhones could be a little bit funny with contacts. It's quite the opposite, they are very serious when it comes to protecting your data. When you don't allow the sync of the contacts in the initial pairing, then the iPhone will not allow it from then on to protect your data. Thank you for showing how to work around that if you didn't allow it by accident and you are indeed ok with sharing your contacts with this car.
Hey cesstra, thank you! Sorry that’s not what I meant at all. Sorry if you took it the wrong way. When connecting Bluetooth, on the odd occasion the contacts pop up never appears which is a bug either on the phone side or car side. So you have unpair and disconnect the whole thing and start again. Absolutely, Apple are at the forefront of privacy and data is seriously encrypted on all devices. Just annoying from time to time that the Allow Contacts pop doesn’t appear.
I came on here a bit late. I loved that you put Lewis Hamilton lurking at you in the beginning lol 🤣. Thanks so much for the trick on a dead key. I do have a question on using bluetooth. I just wirelessly paired my phone to my Mercedes C300 2019 model, but it won't show what on my iphone. I really need to see the map on my iphone 14 pro max. How to make it show? Thank you so much in advance.
Haha my local Mercedes dealer was a bit unsure of that at first…I said trust me…it’ll be funny 🤣 No worries! 🤓 Oh is this for using Apple CarPlay? You’ll need to plug it in for that (as long as it’s compatible). If it is Apple CarPlay (the one to use Apple Maps or Google Maps from your phone) follow this guide I made: ua-cam.com/video/xxUa6r893G0/v-deo.htmlsi=jKnX0WwO3L1-ks8f Looking at making a newer version too!
@@npoleary my Apple CarPlay seems to go off in the middle of my driving, should I get a new cable? That’s the reason I wanted to go wireless but then it won’t show the Apple map on the dashboard screen. I suppose if I take it to the dealer but it will cost a lot of $$$. Btw, I’m team Red Bull lol 😂
My iPhone has the latest update iOS 17.4.1. When I plugged in the CarPlay to one of the usb ports, it seemed a bit loose. As a result, I paired it with Bluetooth and it worked but no pictures on the screen to look at the Apple map or any maps. I would have to turn on the speaker voice and depend on its directions via the voice or have to look down to my phone in the cup holder. Does that make sense. Sorry for the long explanation.
No that makes sense! I’d suggest a different cable to start. That might be the cause of it. However if it’s the USB port then it’ll need to go to a dealer or a mechanic or something.
Great video Nick. Big fan! Have you considered doing a video about all the features on MBUX store and how to buy and install. Please that will be great. Thanks again for a great video.
Thank you! I sure have! Be sure to check out the full list of videos on my channel! There’s loads and more content every week! 🤓🙏 That one is here from last month: ua-cam.com/video/if15_Gj4ODM/v-deo.html And this one from a year ago: ua-cam.com/video/3h9OAjeYA40/v-deo.html
Great video! Question. Do newer Benz have the features where you walk away from the car and it locks itself without you having to touch the door handle or remote? Thanks
Thank you! Haven’t noticed this on any Mercedes to date. Some other manufacturers do this that I cover but with Mercedes you need to lock it with keyless (touch on the handle), the key or on the E-Class 2024 you can lock with your phone through Apple Wallet.
Hey Martin, no worries! If your car can do it, try and swipe your instrument cluster dial to the left. If you can usually one of those is an analog clock, but just bear in mind, not all models can do this.
I bought a 2019 Mercedes Benz C220d AMG Line a few weeks ago, absolutely love it and a big step up from my Ford Mundano ( Mondeo). I'm struggling with setting my HOME address in the nav menu, any tips on how to do this please ? Everytime the system asks if I would like to set the HOME address I say yes, it saves but when I voice command HOME it says no home address found or stored. I did manage to save it to favourites in the end. Cheers, Daz, Leicester.
Oh really that sounds strange If you’ve saved as home the voice command should work with the command “Home”. Not sure what else to suggest… You could try a multimedia system reset, just bear in mind that this wipes everything from the car and puts it back to factory settings.
hey, Nick Love the videos. Question : i have a 2023 GLC coupe. The turn signals stopped making the classic sound when in use. How do i turn it back on ? Hope you can help thank you ant
If you turn on the limiter you can actually still override the max speed if you put the pedal completely to the floor. It's usually in emergency situation where speeding up a safer course of action than breaking like on highways for example
Sadly no you can’t all cars have to have it enabled since it was introduced back around the year 2013. It saves fuel though and if you do lots of city driving, you can save several miles per tank!
Hi Nick, thanks for your really cool videos! Do the cars after and including 2019 have engine immobilisers? If so, how do I use them/ activate them? thanks,
No sadly not I’ve heard of some cars have a hard drive but I don’t believe the import / export feature copied music across. I don’t believe it was used much as I’ve not seen it on newer models I don’t think it had to be a big memory stick as it just did settings but one thing to note it only copies from one multimedia system to another of the same. It’s not for copying to a new one. Hope that makes sense!
@@npoleary I've had a 2015 SL400 since 2019. I uploaded my entire CD collection to it then gave the CDs away. In 2022 I bought a 2015 ML400 - same engine, same COMAND - but now I don't have any CDs!
Oh I see! Sadly I’d not had much experience with models prior to when I started my channel back in 2020. I don’t believe there’s an export function for music on there. I’m sure it works just like an iPod, so you keep the original music and just copy it to devices you want to play them on. If you’ve got rid of them, the easiest thing to do is sign up for a music subscription service and use your phone. That way you’d have everything you had before and more. I’d ask Mercedes if there is anything that can done though but I’m sure it’s encoded in a way that aren’t normal files again like an iPod.
Just a quick question…I’ve a 2016 c class is there trick or a hidden trick with the volume bar that shows how much you’ve turned the volume up or down?
Hi off the subject a little but you have helped me in the past. I have tried to connect my Samsung Galaxy to mt 2020 plate C Class and it does not recognise that anything is connected. Is there a problem with the car or do they not work with Galaxy phones. I want to connect to use the waze navigation on the screen because it warns of traffic jams more efficiently and also speed cameras. It works on other car built in screens when plugged into the USB ports. Thanks.
Ah for Android Auto? You’ll want this video: ua-cam.com/video/hTSUQNey_jI/v-deo.htmlsi=Edy_m8nK1AnHu2kG Just bear in mind, you need Android Auto on the car in the first place as it is not standard equipment. Check on your car’s central screen by going to HOME, CONNECT (or APPS) and see if Android Auto is there.
@npoleary took me 20 seconds to do it with your UA-cam video. First time ever got back fom Cornwall to Derby with no traffic jam's. Stuck it in cruise control at 70 lol. Home in under 4hrs and got 61 to gallon in my 20 plate c class coupe. Just got to clean the wetsuits and hoover the sand out. Thanks again.
Not sure I completely understand…you can turn the volume up and down in the car but you can’t make it any louder than the top of the volume level. Unless the source of the music is made louder but go careful or your speakers might get damaged if it’s too loud!
@@npoleary yes, you understood quite well. There’s only two things I don’t like about my GLB with the 3rd row is the cream color and that the volume is not as loud as I would expect. Other than that it’s an excellent compact SUV. I wish MB sells seat covers though.
Sadly not reviewed the GLA 45 S yet and I don’t remember seeing one in the A 45 S that I drove sometime ago Normally they’ll be the same as it’s just a larger model
I had the glk but I bought new one GLB IN RED COLOR. I like talking to mercades also love the change of colors inside my suv. Backing out in reverse the camera popping out is so helpful & when changing lane the car lets me know if theres car close by . Love it ❤
Hi Nick. How to navigate the preset radio station without going to “Radio”. For example, while the screen is showing the navigation or apple car play, just press the prev or next button to change the station. Thanks
From memory it’s in Settings in Radio 🤓 Home Radio Settings (I think then General?) In here you can toggle A-Z radio stations or favourite radio stations 🤓
Sadly not seen or covered the 2024 GLE yet but if I get my hands on one I’ll be sure to check it out! I doubt it though, as with all Mercedes models that I’ve tested, you need to lock using the key or by touching the handle if you have keyless 🙏👍🏼
I was bummed to see my '24 GLE 63s doesn't seem to have the key icon in the cup holder. Do I not have that feature in my very expensive Mercedes? 😔What a useful tool that would be to have....
Hi Nick, is it possible to deactivate the sensor for the foot open and close operation for the boot? The boot sometimes opens and closes without using my foot.
That would be the key 👍🏼 The sensor under the boot will only work when you are standing at the back with the key. If the key is inside or in a bag away from the car then the sensor is inactive. If the boot is opening then a button is being pressed and held on the key.
Thanks for the tips Nick, very useful as ever. I'm glad you used that particular model because it allows me to comment on my pet hate for Mercedes interiors. Why oh why do they insist on using that awful false woodgrain effect? Personal taste I know, but I think it's incredibly tacky. It's actually stopped me from considering certain models as it's as tasteful as flocked wallpaper; especially on high end models.
Hi Nick, I am curious for slippery mode in dynamic select, will the all wheel drive reduce aquaplaning? I.e. wheel spins in symmetrically to avoid aquaplaning ?
Hey Supet Duper, Basically Slippery Mode will reduce the power output quite considerably. It’s just best suited to wintery or extremely wet conditions. It’s hard to tell as aquaplaning is mainly down to contact with the road and the amount of water the tyre can disperse. The tyre tread design plays a massive part into this too. For 4-wheel drive systems, yes this can help but good tyre tread depth would be the best in this situation and lower speeds.
Got 71 plate cla 250e P plus, but 1st Sept getting C Class 300e Premium Plus. Can either use from front camera to record? Also believe you can also watch vidoes from the usb on the C Class?
Ha very nice! For Dashcam it depends on the country that the car is sold in and the specification. Check with Mercedes for it on the car and keep an eye out for Augmented Reality as that’s the camera that makes it work. Sadly with video playback, Mercedes don’t publish what models can playback video on their brochures etc but if it’s the new C-Class it should do. Double check with them to be sure 🤓
Omg! Nick,,, What timing.. I was in the service department at Mercedes to have them check out my navigation system.. Something is wrong. It shows no navigation 3rd time now with an X through it. It works when it wants to. They did not find anything wrong and have to do more research I have to bring it back on the 14th and leave it there.. Not too happy right now with this. But it is working again, so who knows.... Nice Video as always...
Hi Nick, thanks for the tips. I had a 2019 C43 Coupe, the Bluetooth sound quality on calls is really bad. Is it a common problem? Anyways to resolve it?
Hey Billion, I’ll be honest I’m not a fan of normal phone quality anyway! 😅 What did you mean it’s bad? Is it on the receiving end or is quiet or something?
Hey Mohead26, thank you! Glad you’re enjoying the videos! Ah that one’s easy, if you have it, when the boot is open on top of the tailgate on the left hand side will be a button. Just click that and the tow bar will extend automatically. Sadly though my licence doesn’t cover towing and also having never done it before can’t imagine I’d be any good! 😅
Hi Nick, did a search on how to change MB keyfob battery on YT and came across your video/channel. Managed to get the cover off no problem but at a glance, thought, oh, ok, I need a hex tool to remove the next level of gubbins to get to the battery, nope, much easier than that thanks to your video, really appreciate it, liked n subbed.
Awh thank you! Glad you managed to do it! And thanks for subscribing, I have a tonne of Mercedes content on my channel but also review other manufacturers too such as Volkswagen, Mercedes, BMW and more coming soon!
Another good one especially the key one. Don’t agree with radio auto starting. If you turn off the car with the radio on. It will play on re starting the car. If before you turn off the car press in the volume on the steering wheel or centre console. Which turns off the radio or media. When you start the car again the radio will not play.
We have a 2023 AMG GT 53. When we activate the Cruise Control and drive by a MPH sign the car reads the speed limit and slows to that speed.. In general this is a safety feature, but does provide safety during the summer when school is not in session. Is there a way to shut this feature off?
Oooo nice! Yes I have seen it before on Mercedes cars. It’s under Traffic Sign Assist and a thing called “Adopt Speed”. Central Display: HOME SETTINGS ASSISTANCE TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST ADOPT SPEED This may vary round the world and from system to system and my memory might not he 100% accurate but it should be roughly in that area. Let me know how you get on 🤓👍🏼
Very basic question here. We own a GLS 450 and an AMG E53 Cabriolet. Where do you place your cell phone while you are driving the car? And your passengers both front and back? I have a pad on my dash that keeps items from moving but the heat is not good for the phone. Thank you for a response
Ah it can be anywhere 🤓 Bluetooth connectivity works from any place in the car, it could remain in your pocket, centre console or any space that works. Some cars have wireless charging next to the cup holders and even in some cars, you can take the cup holders out for extra space!
You can mute the speaker by pressing once on the volume mob on the steering wheel. I have a question. Is there a way to turn off the exterior light when the ignition is on like sitting in the car waiting to warm up the car? I have it set to automatic lighting.
No sadly not permanently, you could move the light switch round to the parking lights (either left side or right side). This would turn the lights off but just remember to put it back afterward 🤓
@@npoleary hmm.. I have tried it before but I can see the headlight and taillight is still on. Sometimes you just don't want anyone notice there is someone in the car while you are waiting for something while the ignition is on.
I seem to remember that when the engine was on the lights were off if you selected the parking light but sadly there is no dedicated off switch for lights on Mercedes.
It’s not something that you can really do, however if the ignition is on, just change the lights of the light switch to the parking light (either left or right).
Can you turn off the media screen for night driving but still have the system on, ie radio or Spotify? I have a cla 250e amg line premium plus night edition 72 reg
Yes to lunch should be able to, if it’s the same as mine hold the volume button in the middle of the car (it’s the scroller wheel but it also a button too)
Does MBUX have a "dealer menu" like the old system? In the old system, this secret menu lets you change all kinds of things that the user interface does not, like the volume of the fake exhaust sound in the speakers.
Hi Nick, On the EQB (73) Is there anyway to change the stereo background so it only cycles through the present stations list and not the entire universes’ radio stations?! It’s a bug bear of mine that I only want the 5 stations I ever listen to not all the other crap. Cheers
Ah I’ve already covered that on my Tips & Tricks series: ua-cam.com/video/ud9eaDxYzdI/v-deo.htmlsi=DAnhBcaA2EpPhh0q&t=420 The location will be in a similar place I would imagine. Probably something like, HOME, RADIO, SETTINGS and it’ll be something like “Change Station in Background” just toggle to presets or favourites depending on what the name says
@@npoleary thanks for the reply Nick, that option is exactly where you say it is, however that isn’t the function I am looking for. Basically I just want the radio to only show my presets and not the plethora of other stations.
Hey nick! I just purchased a pre owned Mercedes gla 250 2021. Unfortunately when I’m trying to connect to the Mercedes me app it still had the previous owner registered so it does not allow me to register. Any tips or help on this?
Ah awesome! Yes just chat with Mercedes and they can help get it linked for you. You’ll just need to take prof of ownership in or something. I’ve mentioned it loads on videos that I cover on Mercedes.l funnily enough filmed at my local one. This one is worth a watch: ua-cam.com/video/FkvafkX9z_w/v-deo.htmlsi=k-80jTOlDNvGGacz
Ah SOS is only for emergencies (calling police, ambulance, fire etc) And you can use the buttons! Usually shortcuts for everything on the left screen but then the other side will operate the instrument cluster and cruise control 👍🏼
That’ll be Active Brake Assist: ua-cam.com/video/aaFgs8oAONU/v-deo.htmlsi=F-ssKjH0EPdxjw6x It means the car has detected you’re close to the car in front 👍🏼
Sadly I’ve never included vans on my UA-cam channel as my local Mercedes only sells on the new side, just passenger cars. I am presuming that if it’s the same as most Mercedes cars, it’s a wired CarPlay experience. Some facelifted newer versions now do feature wireless which has just started to come out this year so it might be best to chat to Mercedes to find out specifics on vans as sorry I don’t know much about them.
Hi Nick can you show how to get rid of the annoying reminder about the service is due message.I ask this as mercedes can't do it for a month,by then I will have to sign myself into a rest home. The car is a mercedes 200b amg with mbux, seen several videos pon utube but doesn't work on this model HELP
Hello Nick, how do I alter the sensitivity on my 2020 E class controls for sat nav etc, I mean the pad that’s between the two front seats, for instance if I’m entering the post code of an address the pad is so sensitive that I enter the same letter or number numerous times and have to keep erasing them?
Pretty sure I’ve seen some adjustments in the Settings menu although it can vary from car to car to where it is located. Have a look on the centre screen: HOME SETTINGS SYSTEM or HOME SYSTEM And then look for: CONTROLS TOUCHPAD SENSITIVITY 🤓
@@npoleary I see, this was a 2020 model and I tried touching the screen but I didn’t work and only with the wheel and the touchpad. I’ll try again when I get a chance because I might buy it. It feels somewhat outdated (old model and no touchscreen) but it runs like a champ and it cost a fortune more than my newer 2021 Vauxhall Insignia 😩😄
I reviewed one with a touchscreen in December 2020 so I’m sure that’s when that model came out. If I remember though it was like a facelift so not too much changed. On the one you’re looking at if you need Apple CarPlay or Android Auto MAKE SURE it’s got it first as you cannot add it, has to have it from factory. That’s what COMAND was like on the previous system I remember from a few videos.
Do you know how to remove the sos service not activated light the comes in the display on my 2018 E300. We accidentally hit the button now it will not go away. Thanks
There’s a difference between “SOS not ready” on the centre screen, which is normal. This just depends if the car’s engine or ignition is on. Or if you’re seeing SOS inoperative on the instrument cluster then no that’s not right, I’d suggest chatting with Mercedes on that one so they can take a look.
Hi Nick great vid. I have an idea for a video that would help so many merc owners, let me know if you want my idea as I’ve looked for what I need to know on my AMG GLE 53 and all the forums are guessing answers
Thank you! Always open to ideas! Yeah absolutely! Can’t say I can do them all but I’ll possibly add it to the list! Either comment below or if it’s a secret just email me “contact@npo-media.co.uk”
@@npoleary on my GLE53 when select the i on the right hand amg rotery button it gave me a choice I believe of engine by powers including REDUCED Which there is no explanation in the book I got with the car when I went onto Mercedes-Benz forums. A lot of people say the i is for ice which is totally wrong and no one knows what the reduce power is. So maybe you can enlighten the world how to set up INDIVIDUAL mode
I did produce this some time ago (I think it might have been before “Reduced” was used more. ua-cam.com/video/XdYHeadHXLA/v-deo.htmlsi=IrcIUpkesXeFAJ5w Most of it should still be relevant though!
Hi! I have a 2017 Mercedes vito with a GPS head unit without android auto, but if i buy a 2020 GPS head unit which is have android auto, and install the newer head unit to the older car will it work?
Really sorry I’ve never sat in Vito before and I’ve never installed, changed or modified cars, it might best to chat to someone who works at Mercedes on that one and they can advise. Although I don’t believe they do modifications either so you might need to ask around!
Hey everyone, for those asking about the eject from sunroof command on MBUX. This is genuinely real!
However it is only found on the portrait styled version of MBUX (MBUX v2 / NTG 7 currently found in C-Class, EQE, EQS & soon to be the new SL and new GLC next year).
Hi Nick, you never said HOW to set the Speed Limiter, this would be really really useful for preventing speeding tickets in 30 zones, for going 1 MILE OVER!!!!!!
Hey Steven, already produced a video on that over a year ago. I had a link with a pop out banner to go to that video: ua-cam.com/video/9EYSOX7hJh0/v-deo.html
Hope that helps! 🤓
@@npoleary Thanks Nick, keep up the great work, excellent videos matey, looking forward to getting my A200 AMG Premium, it's built last July, just waiting for Chips!!!
I’m sorry can you clarify for me you were kidding about the eject from sunroof right?
Ok now, will the battery warming fectuer work with a regular wall outlet source since your not liking to have a level 2 or 3 chargers 🔌 in many areas ?
50% of the joy I get from my new Merc is learning new quirks from this channel lol.
Ah awesome! Glad you’re enjoying the videos! 🙏🙏😊
Same! 😂
@@npoleary 😅
I will try to watch all videos before my car arrive next week😅
Same here
That info on the dead battery is so precious!
I will look for the symbol as soon as I get inside my MB. Thank you!
Just bought my first Merc and it's completely overwhelming. Appreciate the info
Hey Nick, if you push the volume roller as if it was a button then you can switch the radio on and off.
isn’t it just a mute button? cos it silences bluetooth audio too
Mercedes-Benz has had the same volume roller since 1974!!! Pressing it will turn on and off the Burmester, (stereo).
@@astong_rosea tap just muted it, holding it; turns it off
Merc should you give you an honorary Doctorate!! this is an awesome Video Nick , tested all of these on my GLE 450 and worked like a treat !! Thanks
Awesome thank you! 🤓🙏🤓
Glad you enjoyed it!
4:31 some signs i have noticed recently by putting in a fresh battery is the responsiveness of the key when opening and locking the doors from the outside. i also cant confirm if i can use my leg sweep maneuver to open the trunk if the key is in a low battery state.
Thanks so much Nick, now I learnt that key icon at the cup holders was meant for a real situation ! Keep it up, I am learning so much from your videos
Ah awesome! Glad you enjoy them!
I’ll keep them coming! 🤓
Right but if the key battery is dead you wouldn’t be able to open the door to put the key there in the first place. Is there a way to open the door with a dead key battery?
Yeah I’ve covered it in my tips and tricks series but there’s a hidden way to open Mercedes doors on the driver’s door (in most cases) Hidden behind a flap on the left
@@npoleary thanks!
Thanks for the video. Another thing I learned from this is that I don't need to keep the start button pressed until I hear the engine come on. Apparently I can just quickly press it and wait (with foot on break). Going to test that tomorrow.
I am so very happy to have discovered your fantastic tutorials on MBZ! The manual is daunting to say the least, and puts one to sleep. My 2016 350 wagon was ready to begin eating money, after around 80,000 miles. We walked into a dealership to see how long it takes to order a new wagon. We’d heard up to a year. Sitting on the lot was a fully loaded cardinal red 450 wagon. It was “used” with 100 miles on it! A guy bought it for his wife but she didn’t like it. What fantastic news for us! A CPO certified car that was such a deal! We traded in the older cardinal red car on the spot. Poor new car has had to sit outside in the first and biggest snowstorm of the season. We’re in the midst of moving to a new home so the garage is full. Thanks for your great help with tutorials. I will be viewing them over and over until they are fully ingrained in my brain. I think there were features on my previous car that never got used,
Ah awesome great to hear dafri!
I’ll keep the videos coming! 👍🏼👀
Yeah, Nick! You've fulfilled a number of roles I think M-B ought to have done considering the price of the cars. Your info about owning an M-B is invaluable.
I wish you'd published this video 24 hours earlier. I'm in my 4th week with my EQA in Tokyo. I pulled into work yesterday morning and got out of the car to open the gate to the garage. No problem. Back into the car and try to shift into drive and .... nothing .... then some message about "emergency" and "key" > check the owner's manual. WHAT?! I'm blocking the sidewalk AND the drive to the parking garage. DO WE REALLY NEED TO DO THIS NOW?!!!!
Your tip about a dead battery in the key fob is EXACTLY what I needed to get the car running again.
Ah awesome thank you! Glad you’re loving the videos!
Oh no, hope you got it going! There’s been loads of rumours floating around regarding the key symbol so thought I’d put it to the test and let everyone know!
Me watching this althou I don’t own Mercedes 🤡
When you get one you’ll be prepared
Someday!!❤
So you can tell your uncle all the stuff he doesn't know about hs car.
Although*
😂😂😂
Saw the piece on iPhone contacts, that was great. I cannot get car play to work I’m sure it was there at the beginning. Thanks Nick
thank you for the videos Nick o'leary please I have a glb 2022 it does not stop ringing when I cross the 160km / h so I understand more how to deactivate this sound system
thank you very much
Thank you!
Ah you might have winter tyre limit or something? I’ve not gone that fast before so not too sure 😅
But have a look in HOME, SETTINGS, VEHICLE, Winter Tyres, make sure this is off (if you don’t have winter tyres on)
The key battery hack was very useful for me as I always carry a spare battery in my car.
Love your videos.
I have a 2024 GLE 450 how do you engage the off road mode??
Thank you
Thank you! 🙏
If a car has it, it’ll be under the Dynamic Select switch: ua-cam.com/video/XdYHeadHXLA/v-deo.htmlsi=VxiU1cEsYpsZ3wmQ
@@npoleary thank you, on my Mercedes I don’t have that option, until you look at the apps on the touchscreen-Is this how you would engage off-road mode??
Thank you again..
No it’s just Dynamic Select *IF* the car has it. Depends if you chose I think an off road option at factory or if it’s available where you live / where you’re based (sorry hard to tell where everyone lives in comments on UA-cam!)
Hi Nick,
I am having a very strange behaviour with Mercedes' proprietary app called "mercedes me". It is very good because it allows to share addresses straight from my iPhone Google maps to the car's (GLE 450) GPS. It has unfortunately stopped working since Mid August 2022 after the latest iOS mandatory update release from Apple. Every time I am getting an error message as ‘ location could not found’ from the Mercedes me. Are you aware of this issue and it’s fix? Thanks for being always accessible to your fan base of Mercedes community.
Hey sambakorea, this is quite common among iPhones. Traditionally Bluetooth on iOS is only for Calls, Texts and music.
The sending of addresses can sometimes stop working after an iOS update as resets some parameters.
Just a unpair from Bluetooth in the car and phone and reconnect both back up will fix it. 👍🏼
@@npoleary thanks for this, I have been having the same error for the last couple of weeks. Will certainly be trying your suggested solution.
@@npoleary Hi there, just updating on this issue- Apple Maps is working ok and able to share the map data with the Mercedes Me app. The issue still exists with Google maps with an error as ‘ location could not be found on the Mercedes App.🤔🤔
Yes I’ve seen it’s been like that for while, not sure if it’s the app Google Maps or if it’s the Mercedes me app
My observation was the Google Maps, Apple Maps and What3Words all had this issue after the iOS update (15.7 I believe it was). Since then Apple Maps has started working again, and given MercedesMe hasn’t been updated, this suggests the map products may need an update to work with the iOS update.
I have since installed iOS 16 and this has not changed the situation. So does look like it could be an intentional change from Apple that Google and W3W still need to update for.
As I say, just my observation and thoughts, haven’t been able to find anything official from any of the parties mentioned.
Hi Nick, when setting the limiter to a certain speed and going downhill, how the car keeps the speed? Purely relying on brake?
It’ll utilise engine braking and the actual brakes to keep it at a steady speed 👍🏼
@@npoleary Thanks! I wonder if there’s a need (or better to) manually down shift the gears when going downhill
Cars can do it automatically to a degree but you can manually change it if you want to 🤓
Hi Nick brilliant video! What exact model of vehicle are you featuring in this video please. And spec please? Looking for my next upgrade and I love this!
Thank you! 🤓
What part of the video? There’s a few 😅
Thanks!
Thank you so much William!
🙏🙏🙏
Really great information for all merc owners. Good job Nick 👍
Thank you Rajat! 🤓🙏
Perhaps someone else has commented about the starting of the engine with a dead key fob, but how do you get in the car in the first place?
Ah I’ve covered all things like that on my tips and tricks episodes: ua-cam.com/video/WeTCTvKoTWs/v-deo.html
Do you know if the new c class 2022 actually gives a low remote battery warning on dash ? Please. Good vid. Cheers
Should do 🤓
Thank you! 👊🏼
On the flat key battery point. Can you get in the car in the first place if the key battery is flat?
Yes I think depending on your model, there’s always a key installed in the smart key fob where you can manually detach and open your car with it
You sure can: ua-cam.com/video/WeTCTvKoTWs/v-deo.html
How would the soft reset work in a car that has only capacitive buttons, for example the new c class? Thanks a mil!
Haven’t seen it on that car so not 100% sure it exists on that model. If I find it, I’ll be sure to let everyone know!
At 1:23 what is the button on the right that is light up and says 'OFF'?
Lights for the interior off when the door is open 🤓
@@npoleary Ah ok. Thanks for that.
I know this isn't really related to this particular video, but do you have one explaining the controls for the wipers at all?
Think I went through it the handover walkthrough guide videos: www.youtube.com/@npoleary/search?query=handover
ua-cam.com/video/nJsomdtSPVo/v-deo.html
@@npoleary That's great. Thank you.
Always good to find out new possibilities for the Merc.
I downloaded the TalkSPORT App on my iPhone (Radio), however the connectivity seems to have become a problem with connection with the Car at times for some really random reason. DO you know of any Apps that also do this, wondering if I should just delete the App.
The problem since adding this App is that any messages that are received by my phone automatically get turned into voice mail via the car which is great, however it now repeats the same message even if I reply/cancel the message… Any thoughts/ideas please.
Nick O'Leary can u tell me how to set my car to open to my touch?? I have a 2013 glk 350. It was working then when I got it out of the shop, the touch wasn't working.
Hey Melanie, really sorry I’ve never seen a GLK before. If it’s the same as other models, try the changing the battery in the key or speak with your local Mercedes and they should be able to give you a hand 🤓
There isn’t a setting to turn it off so I’m presuming it’s just the battery 🤓
Hope so anyway!
@@npoleary thank you
What model of Mercedes Benz has that big screen ? The one you did with the contract synchronization
The new C model
@@vindfeld8843 I thought only S-Class had that kind of screens
@@vindfeld8843 what C-Class is it ?
C300, CLA, C450 ? 🤷♂️
C220 and c300
Ah the one I used was an EQS (in the video)
However you can get that style of screen currently in C-Class, EQE, EQS, new SL and as of next year new GLC. EQE SUV & EQS SUV should have something similar too but that’ll be confirmed by Mercedes in the future.
Hi Nick;
I just got my brand new GLE 350e and it rolls fantastic.There is one thing I find rather strange.I am used to drive in the regenerating break modus. Meaning getting energy back in the battery during breaking. When the battery is empty this dos not work any more. Is there a way to set it do regenerative driving at all times ?
Best Regards
Axel
Ooo nice! 👍🏼
No sadly not it’s only available on the electric mode, so if it’s depleted you probably can’t select it
Nick - I've been watching just about all of your videos related to my recently purchased EQS 580 and they are great. Thanks so much for doing them. I have a question if you still read these comments. I've paired my iPhone with the MBUX, allowed the contacts and favorites to sync, and enabled Apple CarPlay. CarPlay works great but I am really enjoying MBUX so I want to mostly use that interface. The contacts still don't sync so I can't just say, "Her Mercedes. Call ..." then list someone in my contacts. If I want to do that, I need to switch to CarPlay and ask Siri to do it. The dealership tells me that once CarPlay is enabled that the contacts won't sync to MBUX - it's just one or the other. True or is there something I've failed to do to be able to use contacts in MBUX? Thanks for any assistance.
Hey! Ah glad you enjoy them!
Yes so for the best user experience (this is for any car as I cover various manufacturers and they’re all the same)
You must choose one or the other. For example in Mercedes if you have Apple CarPlay on, MBUX will suspend some of its functions and expect you to use CarPlay.
I’ve not been in an EQS for a while since I filmed one with Mercedes some time ago but it’ll be in the phone menu and you’re looking for some icons that have
Phone icon, Media icon & Apple CarPlay icon (this will probably be selected at the moment).
Press Home, Phone and look for the like a Bluetooth device manager option where you’ll find these icons.
Another thing you could do on your phone is press Settings, Bluetooth, find your car and turn off CarPlay in there which will force the car to use Bluetooth enabling the phonebook to appear on MBUX.
Thanks for the reply@@npoleary . I am able to toggle between using CarPlay and BT but wanted to see whether you could confirm that the contacts would not be available to the phone function for both MBUX and CarPlay. Darn, that seems an odd restriction but "it is what it is" and I'll simply need to consider that when making phone calls or looking to navigate to a contact's address. Thanks again.
Ah that’s just the way CarPlay works. CarPlay is a completely separate UI and when enabled it’ll make the multimedia system in a car swap to CarPlay. You can use both together but you’ll find that you’ll be hopping between UI’s often as they both compete for your attention.
For example if you have a text come through, that’ll interrupt whatever’s on the screen and show you that instead.
@@npoleary Ah, I must just be recalling my last car's experience incorrectly. I had a Porsche Taycan before the EQS and I could see the two interfaces (Porsche and Apple) but I thought I was still able to instruct the Porsche side to call contact numbers. Since I used Apple CarPlay more often than Porsche's interface, I likely and just not remembering that experience correctly. MBUX does everything so much better than Porsche's PCM, though, that I find myself expecting to spend much more time on that interface. Thanks again.
@marcdulude587 ah no worries 🤓
Great video again mate. With regards to the limiter, how do you access this?
If your car is fitted with it, you will activate it using controls on the steering wheel - on the right side, with a UK car
Hey Keith, Laurie beat me to it! Haha thank you 😊
Got a video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/9EYSOX7hJh0/v-deo.html
Hi Nick, love your reviews. Just one clarification: on 7:50 you say: iPhones could be a little bit funny with contacts. It's quite the opposite, they are very serious when it comes to protecting your data. When you don't allow the sync of the contacts in the initial pairing, then the iPhone will not allow it from then on to protect your data. Thank you for showing how to work around that if you didn't allow it by accident and you are indeed ok with sharing your contacts with this car.
Hey cesstra, thank you! Sorry that’s not what I meant at all. Sorry if you took it the wrong way.
When connecting Bluetooth, on the odd occasion the contacts pop up never appears which is a bug either on the phone side or car side. So you have unpair and disconnect the whole thing and start again.
Absolutely, Apple are at the forefront of privacy and data is seriously encrypted on all devices.
Just annoying from time to time that the Allow Contacts pop doesn’t appear.
I came on here a bit late. I loved that you put Lewis Hamilton lurking at you in the beginning lol 🤣. Thanks so much for the trick on a dead key. I do have a question on using bluetooth. I just wirelessly paired my phone to my Mercedes C300 2019 model, but it won't show what on my iphone. I really need to see the map on my iphone 14 pro max. How to make it show? Thank you so much in advance.
Haha my local Mercedes dealer was a bit unsure of that at first…I said trust me…it’ll be funny 🤣
No worries! 🤓
Oh is this for using Apple CarPlay? You’ll need to plug it in for that (as long as it’s compatible).
If it is Apple CarPlay (the one to use Apple Maps or Google Maps from your phone) follow this guide I made: ua-cam.com/video/xxUa6r893G0/v-deo.htmlsi=jKnX0WwO3L1-ks8f
Looking at making a newer version too!
@@npoleary my Apple CarPlay seems to go off in the middle of my driving, should I get a new cable? That’s the reason I wanted to go wireless but then it won’t show the Apple map on the dashboard screen. I suppose if I take it to the dealer but it will cost a lot of $$$. Btw, I’m team Red Bull lol 😂
My iPhone has the latest update iOS 17.4.1. When I plugged in the CarPlay to one of the usb ports, it seemed a bit loose. As a result, I paired it with Bluetooth and it worked but no pictures on the screen to look at the Apple map or any maps. I would have to turn on the speaker voice and depend on its directions via the voice or have to look down to my phone in the cup holder. Does that make sense. Sorry for the long explanation.
No that makes sense! I’d suggest a different cable to start. That might be the cause of it.
However if it’s the USB port then it’ll need to go to a dealer or a mechanic or something.
And thank you so much for your help. I learned a lot from your videos
Great video Nick. Big fan! Have you considered doing a video about all the features on MBUX store and how to buy and install. Please that will be great. Thanks again for a great video.
Thank you! I sure have! Be sure to check out the full list of videos on my channel! There’s loads and more content every week! 🤓🙏
That one is here from last month: ua-cam.com/video/if15_Gj4ODM/v-deo.html
And this one from a year ago: ua-cam.com/video/3h9OAjeYA40/v-deo.html
Great video!
Question. Do newer Benz have the features where you walk away from the car and it locks itself without you having to touch the door handle or remote?
Thanks
Thank you! Haven’t noticed this on any Mercedes to date. Some other manufacturers do this that I cover but with Mercedes you need to lock it with keyless (touch on the handle), the key or on the E-Class 2024 you can lock with your phone through Apple Wallet.
Thanks fro new 10 tips . But any chance to have sort of digital analog clock on MBUX please .
Hey Martin, no worries!
If your car can do it, try and swipe your instrument cluster dial to the left. If you can usually one of those is an analog clock, but just bear in mind, not all models can do this.
I bought a 2019 Mercedes Benz C220d AMG Line a few weeks ago, absolutely love it and a big step up from my Ford Mundano ( Mondeo). I'm struggling with setting my HOME address in the nav menu, any tips on how to do this please ? Everytime the system asks if I would like to set the HOME address I say yes, it saves but when I voice command HOME it says no home address found or stored. I did manage to save it to favourites in the end. Cheers, Daz, Leicester.
Oh really that sounds strange
If you’ve saved as home the voice command should work with the command “Home”.
Not sure what else to suggest…
You could try a multimedia system reset, just bear in mind that this wipes everything from the car and puts it back to factory settings.
I wish I’d known about the settings back up when I purchased my latest car! Thanks for the tips!
Thank you! 🙏 glad you enjoyed the video!
hey, Nick
Love the videos. Question : i have a 2023 GLC coupe. The turn signals stopped making the classic sound when in use. How do i turn it back on ? Hope you can help thank you ant
Thank you! I’ve not seen a setting to turn them off so I’d defo suggest contacting Mercedes. Hopefully they’ll be able to advise or take a look!
If you turn on the limiter you can actually still override the max speed if you put the pedal completely to the floor. It's usually in emergency situation where speeding up a safer course of action than breaking like on highways for example
You sure can!
Then why say you won’t? Sooner or later somebody will ‘demonstrate’ this to a passenger when approaching a speed camera 😅- and whoosh!
Hey Nick, can the eco start stop be turned off permanently? Thanks
Sadly no you can’t all cars have to have it enabled since it was introduced back around the year 2013. It saves fuel though and if you do lots of city driving, you can save several miles per tank!
Hi Nick, thanks for your really cool videos! Do the cars after and including 2019 have engine immobilisers? If so, how do I use them/ activate them? thanks,
Yes all makes of cars have immobilisers fitted after 1998. They activate when locked (it all works together when the alarm is set)
Hello,
About the emergency start, have you managed to do it after unlocking the front door manually (since the key has no battery) ?
Yes it’ll work the same way if the door is opened manually
hey Nick, does "Backup your Settings" work to "record" all the music in the COMAND hard drive, so I can then upload them to another Mercedes??
also, how big of a USB drive do you think?
No sadly not I’ve heard of some cars have a hard drive but I don’t believe the import / export feature copied music across. I don’t believe it was used much as I’ve not seen it on newer models
I don’t think it had to be a big memory stick as it just did settings but one thing to note it only copies from one multimedia system to another of the same. It’s not for copying to a new one.
Hope that makes sense!
@@npoleary I've had a 2015 SL400 since 2019. I uploaded my entire CD collection to it then gave the CDs away. In 2022 I bought a 2015 ML400 - same engine, same COMAND - but now I don't have any CDs!
Oh I see! Sadly I’d not had much experience with models prior to when I started my channel back in 2020. I don’t believe there’s an export function for music on there. I’m sure it works just like an iPod, so you keep the original music and just copy it to devices you want to play them on.
If you’ve got rid of them, the easiest thing to do is sign up for a music subscription service and use your phone. That way you’d have everything you had before and more.
I’d ask Mercedes if there is anything that can done though but I’m sure it’s encoded in a way that aren’t normal files again like an iPod.
Super useful. Thanks Nick :)
I always wondered how I can turn on the car if my battery is dead.
No worries! Glad you enjoyed it! 🤓🙏
I found this really helpful too
Just a quick question…I’ve a 2016 c class is there trick or a hidden trick with the volume bar that shows how much you’ve turned the volume up or down?
Hey george090692, no sadly not I remember on 2016 C-Class’s it didn’t come up. Think it was the same for a lot of models prior to this date.
Hi off the subject a little but you have helped me in the past. I have tried to connect my Samsung Galaxy to mt 2020 plate C Class and it does not recognise that anything is connected. Is there a problem with the car or do they not work with Galaxy phones. I want to connect to use the waze navigation on the screen because it warns of traffic jams more efficiently and also speed cameras. It works on other car built in screens when plugged into the USB ports. Thanks.
Ah for Android Auto? You’ll want this video: ua-cam.com/video/hTSUQNey_jI/v-deo.htmlsi=Edy_m8nK1AnHu2kG
Just bear in mind, you need Android Auto on the car in the first place as it is not standard equipment.
Check on your car’s central screen by going to HOME, CONNECT (or APPS) and see if Android Auto is there.
@npoleary thanks for that. As helpfull as ever.
@npoleary took me 20 seconds to do it with your UA-cam video. First time ever got back fom Cornwall to Derby with no traffic jam's. Stuck it in cruise control at 70 lol. Home in under 4hrs and got 61 to gallon in my 20 plate c class coupe. Just got to clean the wetsuits and hoover the sand out. Thanks again.
Very nice! Sounded like a fun trip! Glad you enjoyed it!
How do I get my mb GLB to play louder than what it is able to ?
Not sure I completely understand…you can turn the volume up and down in the car but you can’t make it any louder than the top of the volume level.
Unless the source of the music is made louder but go careful or your speakers might get damaged if it’s too loud!
@@npoleary yes, you understood quite well. There’s only two things I don’t like about my GLB with the 3rd row is the cream color and that the volume is not as loud as I would expect. Other than that it’s an excellent compact SUV. I wish MB sells seat covers though.
Hi Nick. I heard there's a magnetic seat belt holder hidden in my GLA45S? Can you help, thanks Nick
Sadly not reviewed the GLA 45 S yet and I don’t remember seeing one in the A 45 S that I drove sometime ago
Normally they’ll be the same as it’s just a larger model
@@npoleary ok thanks Nick
I had the glk but I bought new one GLB IN RED COLOR. I like talking to mercades also love the change of colors inside my suv. Backing out in reverse the camera popping out is so helpful & when changing lane the car lets me know if theres car close by . Love it ❤
Ooo very nice! I’ve heard of of the GLK before in the USA, sadly not sold here in the UK
Sounds awesome though! 🤓
@@npoleary I like the GLB more tho
Hi Nick. How to navigate the preset radio station without going to “Radio”. For example, while the screen is showing the navigation or apple car play, just press the prev or next button to change the station. Thanks
From memory it’s in Settings in Radio 🤓
Home
Radio
Settings
(I think then General?)
In here you can toggle A-Z radio stations or favourite radio stations 🤓
@@npoleary Thanks. Managed to figure out after your recent video on track next and prev button 😅
HI Nick ! on a 2024 GLE 350 is there a walkaway lock feature ? and if yes how is this set?? please advise
Sadly not seen or covered the 2024 GLE yet but if I get my hands on one I’ll be sure to check it out!
I doubt it though, as with all Mercedes models that I’ve tested, you need to lock using the key or by touching the handle if you have keyless 🙏👍🏼
@@npolearyThanks !!!!! ypu are life saver!!!
I was bummed to see my '24 GLE 63s doesn't seem to have the key icon in the cup holder. Do I not have that feature in my very expensive Mercedes? 😔What a useful tool that would be to have....
Is it not there in the centre arm rest or something? Sadly I’ve not managed to get my hands on one yet.
Hi Nick, is it possible to deactivate the sensor for the foot open and close operation for the boot? The boot sometimes opens and closes without using my foot.
That would be the key 👍🏼
The sensor under the boot will only work when you are standing at the back with the key.
If the key is inside or in a bag away from the car then the sensor is inactive.
If the boot is opening then a button is being pressed and held on the key.
Thanks very much Nick for the quick reply. Your videos are very helpful.
Thanks for the tips Nick, very useful as ever. I'm glad you used that particular model because it allows me to comment on my pet hate for Mercedes interiors. Why oh why do they insist on using that awful false woodgrain effect?
Personal taste I know, but I think it's incredibly tacky. It's actually stopped me from considering certain models as it's as tasteful as flocked wallpaper; especially on high end models.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed them!
We’ll keep an eye out & see what Mercedes bring out on their next models!
Hi Nick, I am curious for slippery mode in dynamic select, will the all wheel drive reduce aquaplaning? I.e. wheel spins in symmetrically to avoid aquaplaning ?
Hey Supet Duper,
Basically Slippery Mode will reduce the power output quite considerably. It’s just best suited to wintery or extremely wet conditions.
It’s hard to tell as aquaplaning is mainly down to contact with the road and the amount of water the tyre can disperse. The tyre tread design plays a massive part into this too. For 4-wheel drive systems, yes this can help but good tyre tread depth would be the best in this situation and lower speeds.
Got 71 plate cla 250e P plus, but 1st Sept getting C Class 300e Premium Plus. Can either use from front camera to record? Also believe you can also watch vidoes from the usb on the C Class?
Ha very nice!
For Dashcam it depends on the country that the car is sold in and the specification. Check with Mercedes for it on the car and keep an eye out for Augmented Reality as that’s the camera that makes it work.
Sadly with video playback, Mercedes don’t publish what models can playback video on their brochures etc but if it’s the new C-Class it should do. Double check with them to be sure 🤓
Great information Nick, better than reading the manual. Thanks again.
Thank you! 🙏
Helpful as always. For some reason I can't see the additional playlist with the 100+ tips 🙁
Got you covered 🤓
Mercedes-Benz Tips & Tricks
ua-cam.com/play/PLyo-duQc8myqCIqf8E_-x-3dMZ50uKIHA.html
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Omg! Nick,,, What timing.. I was in the service department at Mercedes to have them check out my navigation system.. Something is wrong. It shows no navigation 3rd time now with an X through it. It works when it wants to. They did not find anything wrong and have to do more research I have to bring it back on the 14th and leave it there.. Not too happy right now with this. But it is working again, so who knows.... Nice Video as always...
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Oh that sounds rather strange, hope they get it sorted for you! 👍🏼🤓
Hi Nick, thanks for the tips. I had a 2019 C43 Coupe, the Bluetooth sound quality on calls is really bad. Is it a common problem? Anyways to resolve it?
Hey Billion, I’ll be honest I’m not a fan of normal phone quality anyway! 😅
What did you mean it’s bad? Is it on the receiving end or is quiet or something?
Hi Nick love the videos... are u able to show how the trailer coupling tow bar works on the eqc
Hey Mohead26, thank you! Glad you’re enjoying the videos!
Ah that one’s easy, if you have it, when the boot is open on top of the tailgate on the left hand side will be a button. Just click that and the tow bar will extend automatically.
Sadly though my licence doesn’t cover towing and also having never done it before can’t imagine I’d be any good! 😅
Hi Nick, did a search on how to change MB keyfob battery on YT and came across your video/channel. Managed to get the cover off no problem but at a glance, thought, oh, ok, I need a hex tool to remove the next level of gubbins to get to the battery, nope, much easier than that thanks to your video, really appreciate it, liked n subbed.
Awh thank you! Glad you managed to do it!
And thanks for subscribing, I have a tonne of Mercedes content on my channel but also review other manufacturers too such as Volkswagen, Mercedes, BMW and more coming soon!
Another good one especially the key one. Don’t agree with radio auto starting. If you turn off the car with the radio on. It will play on re starting the car. If before you turn off the car press in the volume on the steering wheel or centre console. Which turns off the radio or media. When you start the car again the radio will not play.
You could do that one on some models of Mercedes 🤓
I think the newer NTG 7 models (newer MBUX) you have to select Media.
@@npoleary ok mine is 2018 A200 AMG line premium plus. I have had the latest MBUX update though too.
Yes sadly just models that have the portrait screen
Hi Nick. Is there any way to preheat a petrol car interior in cold weather?
No sadly not :(
Only hybrids and EV’s can pre-heat! Wish mine could but no it’s just certain types of cars.
We have a 2023 AMG GT 53. When we activate the Cruise Control and drive by a MPH sign the car reads the speed limit and slows to that speed.. In general this is a safety feature, but does provide safety during the summer when school is not in session. Is there a way to shut this feature off?
Oooo nice! Yes I have seen it before on Mercedes cars. It’s under Traffic Sign Assist and a thing called “Adopt Speed”.
Central Display:
HOME
SETTINGS
ASSISTANCE
TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST
ADOPT SPEED
This may vary round the world and from system to system and my memory might not he 100% accurate but it should be roughly in that area.
Let me know how you get on 🤓👍🏼
Very basic question here. We own a GLS 450 and an AMG E53 Cabriolet. Where do you place your cell phone while you are driving the car? And your passengers both front and back? I have a pad on my dash that keeps items from moving but the heat is not good for the phone. Thank you for a response
Ah it can be anywhere 🤓
Bluetooth connectivity works from any place in the car, it could remain in your pocket, centre console or any space that works. Some cars have wireless charging next to the cup holders and even in some cars, you can take the cup holders out for extra space!
You can mute the speaker by pressing once on the volume mob on the steering wheel.
I have a question. Is there a way to turn off the exterior light when the ignition is on like sitting in the car waiting to warm up the car? I have it set to automatic lighting.
No sadly not permanently, you could move the light switch round to the parking lights (either left side or right side). This would turn the lights off but just remember to put it back afterward 🤓
@@npoleary hmm.. I have tried it before but I can see the headlight and taillight is still on. Sometimes you just don't want anyone notice there is someone in the car while you are waiting for something while the ignition is on.
I seem to remember that when the engine was on the lights were off if you selected the parking light but sadly there is no dedicated off switch for lights on Mercedes.
@@npoleary Thanks.. I will try it out.
Hello Nick, how do I turn off headlights while in park?
It’s not something that you can really do, however if the ignition is on, just change the lights of the light switch to the parking light (either left or right).
Hi Nick, is there any trick to show "Speed Cameras" for Mercedes MBUX Navigation ?
Sadly no but I made a video on how you can do it on Apple CarPlay 🤓
ua-cam.com/video/4wgA6bku3pI/v-deo.html
Can you turn off the media screen for night driving but still have the system on, ie radio or Spotify? I have a cla 250e amg line premium plus night edition 72 reg
Yes to lunch should be able to, if it’s the same as mine hold the volume button in the middle of the car (it’s the scroller wheel but it also a button too)
You’ve been invaluable since I got mine Nicholas. Thank you
Awesome thank you!
I’ll keep them coming! Still got a couple of videos till the end of the year 👀
Hey Nick, how do I do the soft reset in A35 AMG 2023, as there's no console in the middle with these buttons?
Thanks
Hold the power button I think 🤓
Might be on the volume button or something?
Hi Nick can you please tell me if on the 2019 C43 4matic can be turned off to only rear wheel?
No you can’t sadly, it’s only been on E63S and A45S as far as I’ve seen.
They have a thing called “4MATIC+” that allows you to do it.
CLA45 and E53 have it, it’s in track package for race/drift mode unlock.
Does MBUX have a "dealer menu" like the old system? In the old system, this secret menu lets you change all kinds of things that the user interface does not, like the volume of the fake exhaust sound in the speakers.
Oh really? I’ve heard of this menu before
Did it do any other things?
Hi Nick,
On the EQB (73) Is there anyway to change the stereo background so it only cycles through the present stations list and not the entire universes’ radio stations?! It’s a bug bear of mine that I only want the 5 stations I ever listen to not all the other crap. Cheers
Ah I’ve already covered that on my Tips & Tricks series: ua-cam.com/video/ud9eaDxYzdI/v-deo.htmlsi=DAnhBcaA2EpPhh0q&t=420
The location will be in a similar place I would imagine.
Probably something like, HOME, RADIO, SETTINGS and it’ll be something like “Change Station in Background” just toggle to presets or favourites depending on what the name says
@@npoleary thanks for the reply Nick, that option is exactly where you say it is, however that isn’t the function I am looking for. Basically I just want the radio to only show my presets and not the plethora of other stations.
@anthonygrey9282 oh I see, is there not favourites on top left of the radio section? I thought that was there on all models?
@@npoleary nope, no favourite option
Unless Mercedes have changed it since I made a video on it: share.icloud.com/photos/0e444oYs-3yOCytgbZgY9_ErQ
Screenshot from my walkthrough guide
The dead key trick was awesome! Thank you!
No worries! Glad you enjoyed it!
Is the emergency key fob slot to start the car on the Mercedes gla
Edit. Like the emergency key fob slot on the GLA?
Yes it’s just for emergencies in case the battery is low in the key 🤓
Me, owning a 33 years old mercedes 👁️👁️
Simple question. I have a 2022 GLA 35. Is there a way to remove the console cup holder clips to clean the wells?
Covered that one in one of the my latest videos on UA-cam: ua-cam.com/video/F6bOERe0Kk8/v-deo.html
Scroll to 5mins 44 sec
👍🏼
There’s a latch in between to remove the housing
On my 2021 GLE Hybrid, can you programme the car to remember the last drive setting i.e electric drive or battery saving mode?
No sadly not, all modern cars have to start in their default mode which in Mercedes is Comfort
Hey nick! I just purchased a pre owned Mercedes gla 250 2021. Unfortunately when I’m trying to connect to the Mercedes me app it still had the previous owner registered so it does not allow me to register. Any tips or help on this?
Ah awesome! Yes just chat with Mercedes and they can help get it linked for you. You’ll just need to take prof of ownership in or something.
I’ve mentioned it loads on videos that I cover on Mercedes.l funnily enough filmed at my local one. This one is worth a watch: ua-cam.com/video/FkvafkX9z_w/v-deo.htmlsi=k-80jTOlDNvGGacz
Hey nick when should Andrew press the sos buttons In his Mercedes’ and should Andrew use the buttons on the steringwell
Ah SOS is only for emergencies (calling police, ambulance, fire etc)
And you can use the buttons! Usually shortcuts for everything on the left screen but then the other side will operate the instrument cluster and cruise control 👍🏼
2023 C class has improved a lot. But having software issues even after updating. Love the “hey Mercedes” feature.
What is the little red triangle with a car in it ? It comes on now and again then goes off when I drive ? I have a e 300 premium conv 2018
That’ll be Active Brake Assist: ua-cam.com/video/aaFgs8oAONU/v-deo.htmlsi=F-ssKjH0EPdxjw6x
It means the car has detected you’re close to the car in front 👍🏼
Thanks Nick I was waiting for this since I just got my AMG GLS 63.
Ah awesome!
Very nice! 🤓👀
Hi mate
Is there any way of disabling the open boot function on the fob.
No sadly not, the key is always live (as in the buttons are always ready) there isn’t a way to de-activate specific buttons on the key
Please do tips and tricks on your car. A class and CLA owners will be delighted.
Yeah maybe! I’ll add it to the list! ☺️
How do you use Apple CarPlay wirelessly on a 2023 Sprinter with 10in screen MBUX?
Sadly I’ve never included vans on my UA-cam channel as my local Mercedes only sells on the new side, just passenger cars. I am presuming that if it’s the same as most Mercedes cars, it’s a wired CarPlay experience. Some facelifted newer versions now do feature wireless which has just started to come out this year so it might be best to chat to Mercedes to find out specifics on vans as sorry I don’t know much about them.
Thank you! Those tips will do me good after 18 years!
Btw which Mercedes is that?
Which part of the video? Gotta feeling I had access to a couple that day 🤓
Hi Nick can you show how to get rid of the annoying reminder about the service is due message.I ask this as mercedes can't do it for a month,by then I will have to sign myself into a rest home.
The car is a mercedes 200b amg with mbux, seen several videos pon utube but doesn't work on this model HELP
Really sorry I wouldn’t know. There is a hidden menu for telling the car it’s had a service but I have no idea how to access it.
@npoleary Hi Nick it's all sorted the answer is on Utube
Thanks for another informative video Nick. Great tip re the key if the battery is dead - nice 1 👍
Thank you! 🤓🙏
Hello Nick, how do I alter the sensitivity on my 2020 E class controls for sat nav etc, I mean the pad that’s between the two front seats, for instance if I’m entering the post code of an address the pad is so sensitive that I enter the same letter or number numerous times and have to keep erasing them?
Pretty sure I’ve seen some adjustments in the Settings menu although it can vary from car to car to where it is located.
Have a look on the centre screen:
HOME
SETTINGS
SYSTEM
or
HOME
SYSTEM
And then look for:
CONTROLS
TOUCHPAD SENSITIVITY
🤓
What model year is the E class from? The e220 I tested didn’t have a touchscreen 🧐
I’m sure it was late 2020 / early 2021, that’s when I covered it on my channel 🤓
@@npoleary I see, this was a 2020 model and I tried touching the screen but I didn’t work and only with the wheel and the touchpad. I’ll try again when I get a chance because I might buy it.
It feels somewhat outdated (old model and no touchscreen) but it runs like a champ and it cost a fortune more than my newer 2021 Vauxhall Insignia 😩😄
I reviewed one with a touchscreen in December 2020 so I’m sure that’s when that model came out. If I remember though it was like a facelift so not too much changed.
On the one you’re looking at if you need Apple CarPlay or Android Auto MAKE SURE it’s got it first as you cannot add it, has to have it from factory. That’s what COMAND was like on the previous system I remember from a few videos.
Can I use liqui moly CeraTec or mos2 in 2014 Mercedes Vito 122 CDI.
Thanks in advance
Hey Silk, really sorry I’ve not heard of that before so don’t know what that is
Do you know how to remove the sos service not activated light the comes in the display on my 2018 E300. We accidentally hit the button now it will not go away. Thanks
There’s a difference between “SOS not ready” on the centre screen, which is normal. This just depends if the car’s engine or ignition is on.
Or if you’re seeing SOS inoperative on the instrument cluster then no that’s not right, I’d suggest chatting with Mercedes on that one so they can take a look.
Can you setup recuperation to default to strong so you dont have to remember to do on each n every startup?
No it’ll always default to it’s normal setting for safety
Hi Nick great vid. I have an idea for a video that would help so many merc owners, let me know if you want my idea as I’ve looked for what I need to know on my AMG GLE 53 and all the forums are guessing answers
Thank you! Always open to ideas! Yeah absolutely! Can’t say I can do them all but I’ll possibly add it to the list!
Either comment below or if it’s a secret just email me “contact@npo-media.co.uk”
@@npoleary on my GLE53 when select the i on the right hand amg rotery button it gave me a choice I believe of engine by powers including REDUCED Which there is no explanation in the book I got with the car when I went onto Mercedes-Benz forums. A lot of people say the i is for ice which is totally wrong and no one knows what the reduce power is. So maybe you can enlighten the world how to set up INDIVIDUAL mode
I did produce this some time ago (I think it might have been before “Reduced” was used more.
ua-cam.com/video/XdYHeadHXLA/v-deo.htmlsi=IrcIUpkesXeFAJ5w
Most of it should still be relevant though!
@@npoleary strange as I watch all ur vids can u send me a link? And the MB community on line was clueless
I linked in the previous comment 😅
Hi! I have a 2017 Mercedes vito with a GPS head unit without android auto, but if i buy a 2020 GPS head unit which is have android auto, and install the newer head unit to the older car will it work?
Really sorry I’ve never sat in Vito before and I’ve never installed, changed or modified cars, it might best to chat to someone who works at Mercedes on that one and they can advise. Although I don’t believe they do modifications either so you might need to ask around!
@@npoleary no problem. Thank you so much.