Drove the new E350 CDI Coupe

[pamrit]

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Do you know the part number for this lead, I have been waiting for it to be released and thought it would be a lot more expensive. Surprised that you have to remove the head unit to fit!

Sorry, just called them and the cable hasnt come in and they dont have a part number for it anyway!?
Sounds like I am making it up now

I asked them about ipod video ages ago, and it was last saturday that the parts guy grabbed me to say that a lead had been released and they have ordered one to try.
Anyway, delivery delay and it might come in over the weekend/next week but I am in no rush, would rather have my engine noise decreased first [/QUOTE]


No problem, have found the lead it is part number: A0018278004 and cost is £44.65. This is the one if you have the COMAND system and connects to the auxiliary connection in the glove box. No need to remove the head unit. The other lead I think is for cars without COMAND and may require you to remove the unit to connect

 

[tylerdurden]

so if you have COMAND with the glovebox connector, what do you get with this lead? i.e. what's the additional functionality

 

[pamrit]

so if you have COMAND with the glovebox connector, what do you get with this lead? i.e. what's the additional functionality

Media Interface video cable 1
Transforms your Mercedes-Benz into a cinema:
the Media Interface video cable allows you to watch
videos on the monitor of your COMAND APS –
while the vehicle is stationary. Various video sources
(e.g. camcorder, iPod video, iPhone, video player,
etc.) can also be connected to the Media Interface
via the AUX connection
| only in conjunction with
Media Interface, Code 518 |

 

[johny5_uk]

I am thinking that this is not ipod video and just the AUX (composite feed) IN cable that is 1 of the 3 cables in the set due to it stating "various video sources".

Same as this cable


http://www.MBClub.co.uk/forums/electronics/89723-e-coupe-w212-w207-ipod-video-aux-video.html

 

[Herk]

I had my engine management light come on this week. Took it to MB who said that although they couldn't find any snag there was an outstanding software update. They did the update, which cleared the light. Can't really see much difference in the way the engine is running, apart from improved mpg....I think. Please accept me as not being a technical person!
Had the car since June last year and still think it's magic. Even got wi-fi fitted now for my iTouch and iPad.

 

[st13phil]

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[tylerdurden]

Even got wi-fi fitted now for my iTouch and iPad.

please explain this. Very interested

 

[Herk]

At the Three phone shop they do a PAYG MiFi for about £50 including car charger. Wherever there is a phone signal it converts it to a WiFi signal, hey presto...the internet. Vodafone have also recently released their own MiFi but I believe it's contract only.

 

[splang]

I like that idea - put the dongle in the socket in the back and then bobs your uncle - sweet!
Thanks
S

 

[mbenz76]

The iPod video cable was something like £250 IIRC. It was available to order a few months ago. Complete and utter rip off of course!

 

[tylerdurden]

At the Three phone shop they do a PAYG MiFi for about £50 including car charger. Wherever there is a phone signal it converts it to a WiFi signal, hey presto...the internet. Vodafone have also recently released their own MiFi but I believe it's contract only.

interesting. So is the MiFI incar restricted? or is it completely portable?

 

[Jules335]

I have now been able to have a test drive in an E350 CGi Sport Coupe and it is a completely different car. Like going from a tractor a limo!

The engine is very smooth and refined and with the sport button gives very good performance.

I know that some people have to have diesel (company cars etc) but if not there is no comparison and petrol is definitely the way to go.

 

[JohnDeere8530]

my car is getting noisey again, 2k after last reset. When I wonder is this update coming out ??

 

[mbenz76]

Going to book mine in at MB Sheffield and see what they can find this time. It is a little annoying now to be honest, but doesn't detract from my enjoyment of the car.

Mine is not so much tractor noise (though that is definitely there) but high tickover revs and growling noise.

Usual tickover is 600 (ish), but every now and then, sometimes from start, other times it starts mid-journey, the tickover revs climb to 900 (ish) and the car sounds VERY throaty and growly (not a bad thing as it sounds very sporty indeed). As a result of the high revs though, going from D to P or R creates a clunk.

Turning the engine off makes it go away for a few minutes but it comes straight back. Leaving it parked for a while usually cures it or just keep driving and it goes away on it's own!

Very odd, and I suspect part of the injector/ECU glitches so hoping they can sort it.

As for diesel/petrol. This is my first diesel, and as a private buyer I could have had either. I originally intended to get petrol but the increased cost of tax and petrol just put me off a bit - that combined with the higher power of the diesel did it for me.

Have to admit though, without this injector issue (which is software after all so can be fixed), the engine is very refined indeed. When I drove it out of the showroom in March you couldn't even hear the engine was running.

 

[pamrit]

I have now been able to have a test drive in an E350 CGi Sport Coupe and it is a completely different car. Like going from a tractor a limo!

The engine is very smooth and refined and with the sport button gives very good performance.

I know that some people have to have diesel (company cars etc) but if not there is no comparison and petrol is definitely the way to go.

I have driven both and have to say the torque on the Cdi did it for me. Still hapy after my injector reset and can not tell it's a diesel when driving

 

[blu_s2]

Usual tickover is 600 (ish), but every now and then, sometimes from start, other times it starts mid-journey, the tickover revs climb to 900 (ish) and the car sounds VERY throaty and growly (not a bad thing as it sounds very sporty indeed). As a result of the high revs though, going from D to P or R creates a clunk.

...

Very odd, and I suspect part of the injector/ECU glitches so hoping they can sort it.

sounds more like the regeneration cycle... Mercedes are stupid enough not to put any...

 

[blu_s2]

my car is getting noisey again, 2k after last reset. When I wonder is this update coming out ??

Mine too I'm on 11,500 miles now. Will speak to SM @ MB Brooklands this week when I'm back at home.

 

[pamrit]

Firstly apologies to docman for doubting him about the software update, but can confirm the following:

I made some enquires about the software update by phoning MK and was informed that they could not release information about specific updates unless it was a recall issue. They told me that my dealer would be able to give news of any relevant updates as they are linked to head office and can check on my car directly

I asked my dealer to check on Friday and have just received a phone call from him saying that there is a new software programme update which cures the noisy engines by:
1. Recalibrating the injector quantity quality values
2. Updated software then automatically resets to zero the QQV's for the injectors which in turn gives optimum fuel combustion. will restore lost fuel economy, power and give the car a smoother idle

As I said in previous messages my problem was solved by the injector reset I had done in June, the above takes care of having to be carried again and hopefully is the solution to the noise.

Have the car booked in for Friday and was told it takes approximately 2 hrs for the work to be completed

 

[JohnDeere8530]

Firstly apologies to docman for doubting him about the software update, but can confirm the following:

I made some enquires about the software update by phoning MK and was informed that they could not release information about specific updates unless it was a recall issue. They told me that my dealer would be able to give news of any relevant updates as they are linked to head office and can check on my car directly

I asked my dealer to check on Friday and have just received a phone call from him saying that there is a new software programme update which cures the noisy engines by:
1. Recalibrating the injector quantity quality values
2. Updated software then automatically resets to zero the QQV's for the injectors which in turn gives optimum fuel combustion. will restore lost fuel economy, power and give the car a smoother idle

As I said in previous messages my problem was solved by the injector reset I had done in June, the above takes care of having to be carried again and hopefully is the solution to the noise.

Have the car booked in for Friday and was told it takes approximately 2 hrs for the work to be completed

lets hope your are right, might ring MB dealer in morning

 

[pamrit]

lets hope your are right, might ring MB dealer in morning

Let me know if you have any problems in getting the info. I can put them in touch with my SM who got the details for me