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Limited time offer: £110. I used NTG5.5 to fix my E220d. They merely turned it on, since the functionality was pre-existent. On AliExpress, I spent pennies on a wifi dongle (really, I got two because the first one overheated on lengthy journeys) and sixty pounds on a wireless charger that fits perfectly in the ash tray slot.

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But you have all the cartoons in your brain 😂

I would love to upgrade our 2017 GLC with Apple CarPlay, however I am unsure about making a selection due to my lack of knowledge in this area. 🫎

For my S212, I opted for a screen from Icebox Auto. Though it took me three hours to install, I am satisfied with how it communicates with the rest of the car's features, especially the parking sensors. I now have the option to use either the car's original NTG4.0 system maps, Waze installed independently on the new screen, or Google Maps when I connect it to my phone using Android Auto for sat nav. A replacement screen measuring 10.25" mounted on a custom frame was installed in lieu of the original, and it blends in seamlessly. I've got FM radio and CD on the old menu, DAB and music via SD and USB sticks on the new screen menu, and Spotify and Internet Radio through Android Auto. It's easy to go back to the traditional functionality. It cost around £500, which is more than the Temu and AliBaba deals but far less than the most expensive alternatives.

If I had to choose, I'd choose option 3 since it restores the vehicle to its factory condition. I am unsure about the DAB problem, however you might ask Integrated Automotive or Command UK about it. Additionally, after five years of driving a Mercedes with the wheel-shaped interface and the same amount of time behind the wheel of a car with a touchscreen, I can say with confidence that the latter is far more convenient, particularly when behind the wheel. In my opinion, touchpads are more efficient than touchscreens.

Many views, but no replies so far... some other ideas: 6b: I stumbled into an old Galaxy TAB3 T365 in a drawer not long ago. 6c: I found an app called "Head Unit Reloaded" that seems to provide an Android Auto experience on a tablet by utilising the phone, thus supporting all the newer navigation apps. It's old, but it seems to run GoogleMaps, AlpineQuest, and an old version of "Here!" so I'm wondering if I should use it standalone.I would greatly value feedback or accounts from others who have been through this process earlier.

Oh, I see! A 6a has just occurred to me: 6a: supplement the phone's screen with an inexpensive portable monitor

My 2017 C350e S205 equipped with Audio 20 NTG5 has me researching how to install Android Auto. Any feedback from those who have installed it in a comparable vehicle would be greatly appreciated. In no particular sequence, here are my current thoughts: You may get a new head from AliExpress, but there are a lot of choices and people have different opinions on them. I haven't found any information on how to do this or where to purchase the parts, so I'm going to have to replace the head (and what other bits, maybe?) with later ones that enable Android Auto. Install the integrated automation box; nevertheless, I am unsure that the car's DAB radio and the satnav directions can coexist. Using another AliExpress purchase, install a standalone Android Auto screen. • The quickest solution, however it would be visually strange to have two dashboard displays. Put the phone in a standby mode alongside the original head and make do with the reduced display. Something I haven't considered yet...?

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Thank you! I'm hoping so as well, but I'll find out when I write about other car problems 🙂

I hope that all of your problems are minor ones.

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Greetings everyone! So far, I'm really enjoying my new Mini Coupe that I just purchased. The most noticeable difference from my Citroën C6 has been the ride quality; it's as if I've gone from a magic carpet to a homemade go-kart! The more I've driven it, though, the more I think it's a sturdy little car. Eventually, I shall write about a few things that are on my mind. My name is Mini and I'm excited to join this community!

To my question, I have the complete response. I didn't know that when you pick a destination, under Route Options, you can toggle "include charging stations" on or off, as well as set the minimum charge for the en route and the journey finish. Only that time out have I ever allowed!

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"Smart" vehicles! My diesel is the best!

There you have it, a hint. You have my gratitude. My personal "anxiety threshold" needs to be determined. It may have just missed the 30% mark because it was pointing me toward a charger seven miles away from my house on the way.

As we were getting close to home, we noticed that the SatNav was trying to redirect us to a charger at 30%. After returning home, I changed the divert threshold from 30% to 10%x, cancelling Navigating in the process.

I experienced the same thing, so you're absolutely correct, ashpole. Turning off the feature that chooses chargers automatically is an option.

That was a good one! You might be able to find navigation charging presets, such the percentage you want at your destination, anywhere. Maybe they could use some tweaking. Just "take me home without stopping at any chargers" is the sole voice command that comes to mind. Would digital Dorothy respond? I have no idea!

Allow me to paint you a picture. I'm confident in my battery's ability to get me home on a lengthy journey without charging. (Really made it with 30% of the total). Overnight at home was going to be my charging session. I just said "go home" to turn on the navigation system whenever I received a diversion. For the most part, I've been pleased thus far, and I'm not one to use voice commands—I like to press buttons. Thus, the GPS system activated, along with the battery conditioning, and the vehicle arbitrarily chose a charger along the way that I had no need for. With the battery life dwindling, I decided to give the command "stop battery conditioning" a try. An error message reading "Feature not supported" is displayed. I intended to utilise the navigation without a mid-route charging point, but cancelling the navigation was the only option I could think of to halt the battery heating. Can I get what I want just by speaking into the phone, or do I have to get out and fiddle with the settings? (Down the M5 at night, I despise menu surfing!). Does anyone have any ideas? Additionally, if someone knows of a good syntax guide, I would greatly appreciate it. Yours faithfully.

So, 335 horsepower isn't enough for you? You can see that it's just a regular generic map, but it's actually a remap of the ecu, not a plug-and-play tune. The competent individual has 25 years of experience as a BMW mechanic and works as a contractor, if you will. I presume he's gone out on his own since he comes to your place to install. The problem I'm having is that the price for an Australian "European" map starts at $2500 and goes up from there. I think it's mostly due to the fact that they can charge that much and the owners of Porsche, Audi, BMW, and Mercedes will gladly pay. However, I'm not a typical European owner, and if the cars are worth 15,000, it's a bit. Although there is no shortage of 4x4 diesel tune shops, I am sceptical that they can properly map a vehicle from Europe. More often than not, they seem to advocate lifting, locking, and launching it while simultaneously pounding your chest or some other object. Further investigation led me to believe that the ZF6HP28, which is capable of 700Nm, is included in LCI series 3. However, it is solely based on Google AI, which is somewhat contradictory because it suggests using a metal pan, but my LCI comes with a plastic pan, so we're back to 600Nm. Consider going with the eco-friendly option as a precaution. The additional power is mainly for show; turning off the EGR is my primary concern.