01 / FACTORY ACTIVATIONUse what’s already there
On eligible cars, we use specialist diagnostic software and equipment to enable built-in CarPlay and Android Auto functions in the factory head unit. This is workshop programming rather than a hardware installation.
For certain models, a mail-order OBD activation device is another option.
Display & controlsYour original screen and controls stay; a non-touchscreen remains non-touch.
02 / KEEP YOUR SCREENAdd a CarPlay & Android Auto module
A retrofit module adds phone integration through the original display and controls on compatible systems. Some modules can be supplied for DIY installation where the listing offers it.
Display & controlsYour original screen stays; a non-touchscreen remains non-touch.
03 / SCREEN UPGRADEUpgrade your screen
A larger touchscreen can add CarPlay and Android Auto while modernising the dashboard. For cars such as the ML W166, the change can make the interior feel much newer.
Display & controlsA new touchscreen replaces the display; compatible units can still show the original Mercedes system.