How to activate and unlock Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in Mercedes Benz via OBD activation tool

[@ManiSuReal]

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[@johandijkstra3273]

Hey bro can you remove this tool after the activation? And can it be used more than once

[@ManiSuReal]

@@johandijkstra3273 Hey man, as far as I am aware and have tired, its one tool per vehicle. Once you activate it on one, it registers to that audio system.

[@Vpatel169]

You sir are a life saver! 🎉 I was going to sound £400 is replacing the screen to an Android screen . And a£30 item did the job!! I’m super happy

[@archiesantana6230]

Thank you. Activated my carplay based on this video! And only spent less than $30!!!

[@mariopadrao2704]

how?

[@ajaysatija1]

@hi can you please explain a little more

[@prestcs]

It look like you haven't updated this video in a couple of years, so I hope you see it. Both the links you provide are for tools that work for Mercedes GLA up to the 2017 model and I have a 2018. All of them warn not to use it with a model that isn't on the compatible vehicle list. I've searched all over Amazon and can't find anything for after 2017 models. Are you aware of this tool that's compatible with a 2018 MB GLA? Thanks

[@benrogers8156]

I was skeptic Alma’s these things never seem to work for me but iv have just done it and it was so easy. Thanks for making this video!

[@ManiSuReal]

Glad I could help! All the best!

[@nletecca8030]

Did it really work ?

[@jrmy456]

Hello in my screen monitor, i read « failed CarPlay on 10left » Thanks for your comeback

[@williamreid3992]

I have a CLA 200 CDI manufactured 03/2015, does anyone know would this be compatible? The operating system is NTG5Star1?

[@rapatti007]

Was in that obd dongle somekind of code that car took or what was the activating system here??

[@ManiSuReal]

Yes it is and activates compatible vehicles.

[@eightohmmedia]

Thanks to your video I was able to activate my 2016 GLA200D X156 using the tool

[@exorcisthm]

Hi...mine keeps sitting on the Android auto logo...nothing happens. Did that happen for you, how did you fix it?

[@daanhaertjens8078]

I got a Mercedes A 2017 w176. I can go in DIAG but when i connect my phone white a cable nothing happens. He is not going in Apple CarPlay menu. Some advice?

[@R0BBS]

I installed car play on my 2016 a class, apple car play works fine and android auto feature is there but nothing happens when I plug my phone in. I have the android auto app installed but nothing happens, so annoying! PLEASE HELP SOMEONE

[@ashtontannous1671]

You have to pair the phone on bluetooth first.

[@R0BBS]

@@ashtontannous1671 I'll give this a try, but pretty sure my 2016 isn't compatible 😐

[@R0BBS]

@@ashtontannous1671 tried it again yesterday but no android auto screen on my dashboard. Only the app on the phone 🤔

[@Frogleap1]

Did you manage to fix this?

[@ManiSuReal]

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[@redoctober3791]

It worked (A180 W176 from 2016) everything is fully usable

[@Misk_uk]

I have a v class 2017 and doesn’t have the usb port with phone and tablet icon it has just normal use port is it going to work for my car ?

[@seanbarrett9454]

Where do you get this tool from? Is it a certain one?

[@AznS0ulja]

Ahh. Thanks for the video, I think it would’ve been better if you displayed some of the apps

[@cardborlord]

I just got a w176 2017 and want to activate this. But I will need to remove it from the car in one year when I return the car. Is this possible? Also will this get me into trouble if I ever need to go to the garage with this car? Thanks for the video steps are clear. :)

[@markp4044]

Hi does this work for 2015 gla 45 AMG? Because I bought it and it's not working. Thank you

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, do you know what the build year of your vehicle is? or can you give me your VIN number?

[@MrRPphoto]

Hi! This worked for me, quick and easy. I do have 1 question, can you enable multiple Benz with the same OBD Dongle? Or is my obd dongle now connected to my car in some way? (CLA Shooting Brake 2017 - X117)

[@netcat666]

How can I confirm that the car's firmware version is 2016.9 to activate Android Auto. Higher than 2016.9 or lower? Where can I compare it to clear up doubts?

[@kingakram148]

I have Mercedes C-Class 2018 but my obd is not working can you help me

[@ausfand1949]

Can this work on gla 45 from 11/2015? It has the same comand as yours.

[@seeks7513]

Nice, i have bought the same one as you, installed it on the car. Android auto and car play ate in the system menu. Also when going into system via end call +1+# carplay is on. Which wasn't before. I connected my s21 ultra after it asks to connect device and the message goes away but then nothing. From your other video you said it works better with apple carplay. When i connect the apple device it says * activating. But then doesn't connect. I hope i am missing something. Any ideas?

[@gsnassif]

Bought a 2016 GLA250 in Feb 2024 in USA. Door sticker says 09/15 build date. VIN WDCTG4GBXGJ191352. Inserted new SD card with updated maps to see device information. Just like yours, reads NTG5Star1. Software version 19/40.0 60.47. tried multiple times to go into engineering mode. Doesn't work. But I will keep trying. Anyway, my question is should I get that ODB device even if my door jamb says the manufacture date is september of 2015? And according to the VIN data sheet information, it says I have the item 522 audio 20. Does that mean I do not have comand? I'm very confused about that because it is not very clear from all of your videos if audio20 and ntg5 is the same as comand or separate audio systems. I really wanted to go into engineering mode so I could try to select the car play feature if available. I also have the two USB ports, with the one on the right having a different type of multimedia device

[@liammassey3195]

Hi will this work for a 2019 cla200. It’s the same screen as the one in the video👍

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, its not the screen thats the only thing required. You software needs to be also compatible. Seeing its a 2019 probably not. You can watch the videos in this playlist to find out the software version: kzbin.info/aero/PLOQ3OlCUgXQWrT4-2UOoa-jNO4mecgxYg

[@aminah_boston]

Hey guys mine didn’t auto connect to car play, it just started playing my music with the visual, what happened during the install?

[@nrqazi123]

Hi; thanks for the great tutorial. It says , "C/GLC/S Series NTG5.0 are not supported!". I have GLC , software version apilevel/ntg6/081 so not ntg 5.0; will it work for me? And if it does, the ebay link you gave for OBD doesn't work. Is there a newer link?

[@qZingo]

same i need the link

[@medo1905]

Hi I have 65 plate e350 premium plus amg line does it work on this and do I have to connect cable when I use or is wireless?

[@tommyxd11]

Hi does it work on a cla250 shooting brake facelift (x117)

[@elektrosonic]

I need it for that car as well

[@ntggdrmusic]

Hello, will this work for a 2016 mercedes gle amg coupe?

[@dewhurst90]

Hi Firstly will this work on A180 Sport 2016? Secondly does it require any other cables or attachments to work? Some videos show you need additional cables. Thank you

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, to exactly confirm I would need your VIN number. If its possible, it only needs the tool to activate it and no special cables required. Thanks

[@TheEugeneJacob]

I have gla 2016 and bought this OBD2 activator from ebay. I now have android auto on the stereo screen, but nothing happens when i connect my phone. I have android auto on my note 10, but nothing happens after connecting thru the proper usb port. I dunno if im missing something. Any suggestion? Thanksssss.

[@1998cinek]

Hello I have mercede CLA shooting brake from 2016 and I bought this activation tool. When I plugged in tool to OBD diagnose socket screen showed "Diagnosis" for about 1 second, then it returned to normal screen like nothing happened. No menu asking questions or anything showed up. I also can't enter the engineering menu. Can I have wrong firmare version in my mercedes or wrong NTG5 device? Maybe it is a problem with the activation tool?

[@ManiSuReal]

Have you updated your audio system by Mercedes at anytime during service?

[@1998cinek]

@@ManiSuReal I probably have the wrong version of the system on my Mercedes. Production date September 2015. But in system on my mercedes i have information about CarPlay.

[@alikay9707]

Dose it work on Mercedes a180 November 2015 ?? Basically 2016

[@honestreview9019]

Hi this worked for me but after a few months CarPlay stoppped even android Auto doesn’t work. I checked via command Centre and CarPlay is showing as enabled but only when I connect the iPhone nothing happens

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, there can be a number of reasons as to why this has stopped working but let's start with the obvious ones. - What vehicle do you have? - Have you been using only Apple Carplay or also Android Auto? - The port you have been using, does it power the device when you connect it? - Have you tried different cables(genuine ones)? - Have you tried a different iPhone or android device? - Did you upgrade your iOS version on the device?

[@emiliogonzalez5450]

Can this work for a Mercedes Benz c180 2017?

[@thenitrogamer]

I got a 2019 C180d same issue

[@Tcpltd1969]

Can I use this for a 2020 E class 300de estate Mercedes or do you know where I can get the correct tool?

[@ManiSuReal]

Sorry this tool is not intended for 2020 models. Thanks

[@bud3111]

Hello is 2019 GLC 300 coupe compatible?(i read your list...not sure what system i have)

[@olaitanthompson]

Hello my car NTG5Star1 is the same as yours and I ordered through your link on here but the beginning stage works and is on engine mode 2 but is not reflecting the bit that’s if I wanted Applecar play to connect automatically. Please me out

[@steffvasem]

The same here

[@SimonNevens]

This didn't work on my 2016 A180D (w176), can anyone help me out? It has ntg5.1 so I can't figure out why it doesn't work.

[@KishoreKumar-kk]

Will it work on a gla 200 2018 model? android auto disappeared from Mercedes gla 200

[@thomasatkin472]

Hi, thanks for the video. Can you confirm this will work on a 2019 CLA Class please before I purchase

[@hakanincel3424]

Today l tried.doesn't work!😢

[@nathan5318]

Hey, this works on CLA 200D shooting brake from 2018?

[@Saahir7862010]

Hi does this work on a w205 c220d 2016 66 reg ?

[@Haitham99]

Will this work for 2017 CLA 250 Mercedes? And can i order it from Saudi Arabia?

[@ManiSuReal]

Give me your ViN number?

[@ollieswardrobe925]

Does it work for cla180 2017 ?

[@AlexBCyr]

Thank you soo much ! It's work perfectly !

[@Dudestr8]

Hi thank you for the video ? Do you know if it's compatible with the new Classe A (W177) ? I can't find the info anywhere

[@ManiSuReal]

Its not sorry. w177 is very different to w176 and the process is also very different. As soon as there is something, I will make a video.

[@PatrickvStokhem]

Thanks for the very clear guide . I have a 2018 X117 CLA 180 shooting brake . Based on your video and what I’ve read online I’m almost positive it will work . How can I check the VIN to be absolutely sure ?

[@ManiSuReal]

You're welcome, please watch a few more videos here in the playlist to check for version no etc to be absolutely sure that it will work. Seeing its a 2018, the software version can potentially block it if its updated to the latest firmware. kzbin.info/aero/PLOQ3OlCUgXQWrT4-2UOoa-jNO4mecgxYg

[@mikgtc]

O have an 2017 A45 AMG and it has android auto/carplay, which always worked until the day I had to disconnect my battery. After reconnecting it, my Android auto never worked again, but carplay still work. Tried my Android in the 2015 golf and the android auto worked at the second try. Why is that happening? What can I do now?

[@jaydeepmaru6960]

Hi, will this work on Mercedes Benz GLC250D 2016?

[@EeicLi]

hello, I clicked on the link to buy the tool but it shows the webpage is missing

[@travelwithadrone9120]

Hi, I have a 2021 CLA 220 shooting brake and has not carpally (there is an option to activating it paying 360e). My question would be if the device is compatible with this car and if would allow to use carplay just following those steps? what about car warranty?

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, this tool is not compatible with your new facelift model of the CLA. It only works on certain pre-facelift models up to manufacturer date 2019! . There will be a new tool available in the future for the newer models just not yet so you will have to just wait or pay the amount of £360 to Merc to activate it.

[@adamadamsky4012]

Hello, I have a GLA from december 2019. Is it already possible to activate Apple Carplay for this car with a tool? Thnx.

[@CueBald]

I have a 65 plate A200 registered Nov 2015. Will this work?

[@paperz1]

Will this work for a 2016 Mercedes A class A180D? Thanks for the video

[@purushothamank3550]

Offcourse it will.

[@paperz1]

Yeah it worked, bought one a few months back

[@westeast6160]

@@paperz1 Dwayne, from where did you buy and what was the price? Thanks

[@AVH91]

Will this work on A220 15 plate?

[@davidrotimi5637]

@@paperz1 Did you have an Android phone?

[@jasonfriday86]

What if you accidentally pressed manually how do you access CarPlay then. Could you please help me out

[@ManiSuReal]

There are a number of follow up videos that I have made and they are in this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLOQ3OlCUgXQWrT4-2UOoa-jNO4mecgxYg - If you watch the latest ones you will see how I manually go to Carplay

[@neilevans1462]

Would it work on a 2017 a class? If so which device should I purchase?

[@sarafairbairn5274]

Hi where can I buy this tool? And does it work with 2016 cd 220 premium line

[@racool60]

Cheers for the video! I've followed all the step shown in the video above and I've successfully managed to install carplay & android auto. But for some reason android auto doesn't seem to respond. I've got A-class 2016 (180D). Really appreciate if anyone could help!

[@ManiSuReal]

The reason Android Auto doesn't works can depend on one of the two reasons: 1. The tool you used was some fake Chinese copy that cant enable Android Auto 2. Your hardware in the vehicle does not support Android Auto as its a 2016 model and Android Auto were introduced towards the end of 2016/start of 2017.

[@Frogleap1]

I'm having the same problems, did you fix it?

[@rajithahnbful]

How do you called for that unit?

[@Beny_34]

Mine disappeared after one year. Does anyone have the same problem?

[@1991DVH]

Android auto doesnt work at my cla 2016 as well... Apple carplay works i tried it with a phone of a friend but android auto doesnt do anything. Tried multiple phones...

[@patelp724]

Will this work on a E class 2017 model (UK 67 plate)?

[@keyzman364]

Hi there, any tools for Mercedes eclass 220?

[@Faze_rich77]

Hi i have CLA 250 model 2016 but i cant find apple carplay . Does it support it? Vin is WDDSJ4GB7GN386181

[@ManiSuReal]

Yes should be fine. Android Auto may not work but Apple Carplay will.

[@AbasirimVictor]

will this work on a 2018 GLE350 in Nigeria

[@aman113]

I used the Device but only apple play got enabled and no auto android. Any help with this ?

[@Furqanibnbilal]

Hello can this work on b class 2016 amg line ?

[@Dr-AliHussain]

If i want to go back to the default settings can I do it

[@cristeani1978]

Would this work on a CLA 220 d 4MATIC, manufacture date 09.2015?

[@jrmy456]

Hello. In my screen, i read : « failed carplay on 10left » I ve ntges2

[@conway1980]

Can this be set up using bluetooth instead of a USB connector? As my Mercedes doesnt have the 2nd port in the arm rest.

[@ManiSuReal]

No, it cannot be set up using Bluetooth. Bluetooth will only transmit your music and tel from the phone thats all.

[@TheZangetsa]

Hi, Does it work with Mercedes Benz C350e(2017)? Thanks

[@juanandresraigoso2944]

Hello I own an e200 2017. Usb ports don’t have phone logo, Im still able to activate apple car?

[@ManiSuReal]

No, this is not compatible. Please do not try.

[@MrKayTsui]

Thank you, it was work. However, when my wife connected to Bluetooth on the next day, the operation interface returned to the same as before. Even I used the OBD tool again, I could no longer use CarPlay again 😢.

[@andreadibernardo962]

Happens also to me , can you use it now?

[@ujuice]

My GLC 2020 says carplay was deactivated after update will this work?

[@ManiSuReal]

GLC is not compatible with this method, sorry!

[@huseyinermis8932]

GLE GLE 350 D 4MATIC AMG NIGHT EDITION PREMIUM PLUS 2018 model , Do these models work too?

[@ManiSuReal]

Yes, GLE should be possible as long as the firmware version is not recently updated to the latest version. You can watch my other videos on how to check the software version etc.

[@alessandrosirena9667]

My v class 2016 is not included in the list. Doesn't work? Thanks

[@adamsher86]

Will this work on any of the 2014-2018 (W205) C Class?

[@MohammedFawziRagheb]

Same question

[@hrferguson]

I’m trying to get an answer. I have it and it said FAILED: CarPlay on

[@paulvscott]

Same question? Hello?

[@nunofgm]

Same question. Any solution?

[@anuragsharma8614]

Hi, will it work on my 2015 GLA250, it doesn’t have a Apple car play or android auto by default

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, can you give me your VIN number please?

[@davidguppy8702]

Hi there.. I have a 2016 A200D. I have exactly the same looking screen and software. Would this work on mine? I was reading it needs to be a 5.1, but don't know how to check if mine is.

[@alvarobecerra241]

Hello, I have a question. My Mercedes came with AppleCarPlay but not AndroidAuto activated.. and i used android phone.. can you help me.. ?

[@ManiSuReal]

I have a video coming soon explaining this so keep an eye out for it. It will help you understand.

[@SuisideShots]

Hi mate I have a a class 180 AMG line 2016 plate with NTG5 S1 system with two USB ports , will this work?

[@edrjen]

Hi where I can buy this module? Link is not working ? Also My fw is 153310 is this will work for me ?

[@davidpedroche3922]

Works in Class V (W447) year 2014? I have NTG 5 audio 20.

[@goonerjoe93]

Can the device be used on more than one car or is it limited to one per tool?

[@ManiSuReal]

Legit tools are limited to one per car.

[@tahneekahmed8665]

Hi, will this work on my 2018 Mercedes Cla180? I have all the parts and everything but mercedes said its not possible?

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, it really depends on your hardware and software versions of the audio 20. Can you please watch the following 2 videos and confirm with me if you have the same system and what is your audio software version? 1. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ3Qk3SGqNZ2etU 2. kzbin.info/www/bejne/injIlIZ9ipaBfbc You can contact me on twitter with your results by adding me and DMing - twitter handle: @manisureal Thanks

[@samuelolusola118]

I have a mercedes 180 CDI GLA 2015 model with one USB port instead of two , each time i connect my phone to my car it only allow charging, what do you guys suggest i should do?

[@ManiSuReal]

Yea this will method will not work for you. You will need to upgrade your center console and possibly the audio system too which is too much effort and probably not worth the cost.

[@brankozlatkovic6063]

I just activate it on b class 2018 with big screen , like yours. Thanks

[@georgechxrles]

Will this work with Mercedes A180D from 2016

[@paperz1]

George Charles I just got mine mate same car and it worked perfectly

[@CARLOSGOMEZ-jx5nt]

Hi there, does this apply to a cls 2016? "your car will be compatible ONLY after audio head unit SW update the unlock is NOT possible till the after audio head unit SW update"

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, It depends on what software currently your CLS is running but a 2016 is compatible. If you haven't updated the firmware by Mercedes then you shouldn't have any problems. You can watch my playlist here for how to check the software version? kzbin.info/aero/PLOQ3OlCUgXQWrT4-2UOoa-jNO4mecgxYg

[@CARLOSGOMEZ-jx5nt]

@@ManiSuReal Thank you.

[@Wagstarr]

Hi do you know if this will work in a gla class 2016 in uk

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, can you please watch this video first and then confirm to me if you have it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ3Qk3SGqNZ2etU Thanks

[@sultana8231]

Hi, does this work with Mercedes A180 2015 pre-facelift?

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, please give me your vin number and I will confirm for you.

[@nicole-leighwilson9892]

Hi I really appreciate this video! Can you help, I’ve just bought a 65 plate Mercedes a class, should this work? Thank you in advance

[@ManiSuReal]

Hi, before I provide you with the link to the tool, I think it would be good if you can send me your VIN number on twitter so I can check compatibilty of your vehicle for this activation. 65 plate is on the edge of recommended build so it may/may not active - best we can check that before. My twitter handle is @manisureal so add me on that and then message across your VIN number. Thanks

[@kamaljitkamaljit9799]

I have Mercedes c300 2018 can pls tel me how to activate apple car play

[@scotthind7689]

Morning pal, would you be able to tell me if my car is compatible with this? ThAnks

[@ManiSuReal]

Hey dude, It really depends on a number of conditions. Can you please watch the following 2 videos and confirm with me if you have the same system and what is your audio software version? 1. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ3Qk3SGqNZ2etU 2. kzbin.info/www/bejne/injIlIZ9ipaBfbc You can contact me on twitter with your results by adding me and DMing - twitter handle: @manisureal Thanks

[@jonshowe2626]

Will this work for a 2015 s550 cabriolet

[@ManiSuReal]

No sorry its not compatible

[@ivonooijen244]

When will it be available again? And does it work on any W176 A-class or is Command Online needed?

[@Colibri1931]

Is there one of these tools for 2018 v class

[@muhammadayaz161]

Hi, Apple car play was working fine , was activated with obd device. All of the sudden it stopped working , trying to activate it again with device but same. Any solutions??

[@ManiSuReal]

Did you take your vehicle into the dealer for any updates as part of your service or repairs on the vehicle?

[@joaoleiria3368]

Hi. Any idea how to put in C Class? 2019 NTG 5.5

[@toni-bal]

My w176 is from 12.2015 with NTG5.1Star1, SW30.09 Is an unlock possible only with ODB tool or is it also possible without the tool, within the secret menu ?

[@ManiSuReal]

Can you please provide the firmware version by watching this video? kzbin.info/aero/PLOQ3OlCUgXQWrT4-2UOoa-jNO4mecgxYg I can then confirm if it would be possible with the tool. I have a video coming soon on how to enter the advanced settings in the secret menu, you can try from there but I am not sure if it will work. Thanks