Part 4: AMBIENT LED VENTS | How to install on 2015+ Mercedes W205 C-Class

[@barryochieng9350]

I love how you make thing seem easy

[@mrhawkins89]

naw fr he do

[@stfu7800]

I know right... very professional

[@Dailymercedes]

Cause it is easy

[@frankwizard7496]

Flexx. You helped me out when I was doing mods to my c250. I don’t have that car no more but your videos were the most concise and I thank you for that brother. ✌🏼

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Thanks!

[@alvarocruzat8046]

they look spectacular and they look like original OEM, I put the same led air vents in my W176 here en Chile (64 colors), greetings from Chile.

[@snakeeaterapc142]

Great instructional video. Very professional and speed the camera when needed. One of the best how to videos I’ve seen.

[@Keiito-]

Well, i was thinking about buying a complete ambient light pack for few months now, but didn't found a real good video to install it, looks like i can now go for this beauty ! Thanks man!

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I have tons of videos on it. A whole series. And if you ever have questions, just message DMP

[@Keiito-]

That's great, thanks !@@TheFlexxGarage

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Always feel free to post questions in the comment section related to the video. I’ll try my best to respond or I bet someone in our Benz community will chime in as well. 😎🤙🏼

[@Keiito-]

Thanks, already bought the mercedes led star few days ago ! I'm looking for the Maxton Kit too@@TheFlexxGarage

[@NotAlone.43]

I've been watching you since I also had a w204 its so nice to still have your help with my w205 👌🙌 Thank for your time and effort flexx

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Happy to help!

[@amberchantell]

Ughhhh I’m so jealous. Yours looks so 🔥. The video is so good I almost feel like I could do it myself. You did an amazing job as usual. Very informative. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Thanks!

[@NatFablife]

You nailed it! I don’t care who says otherwise! ☺️ Here for the postive energy only..PERIODt!

[@joea1746]

Nice clean install looks OEM. Awesome! 👍

[@TheFlexxGarage]

thanks. I'm super happy how they turned out. Hard work but worth it.

[@derekherndon7016]

Flexx great video. I've been waiting for this one and as usual you didn''t disappoint. Very clear and concise. I have been purchasing components from DMP after every video. (except for the dashboard sign. Not really my style) I know it's more expensive that way but I have been waiting for your videos to see how difficult the install was for you. I will be making the purchase for these air vents soon. This looks easier than the 3d tweeter and door trim install. That took me about 12 hours total to complete. Many thanks again and I'm looking forward to episode #5

[@57RollsRoycePhantom]

Another one!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@hl3369]

Thanks - Great details, now you got me itching to get one and install it myself.

[@kristicifci5389]

Keep em coming benz project 🥵❤️🏆

[@mikemcelwee1939]

Hey man love this series, I suggest maybe a price breakdown of the entire car from the first day throughout the mods I would love to see if I could afford this one day!

[@Arsey2011]

Great video yet again! Shame they are not compatible on my Class V.... Keep up the good work! Thank you!

[@JGV_IX]

Next level!! Looks amazing 🤩

[@justanothernerd2094]

Dope vids bro. Always clear and never over explained to the point where it becomes difficult. Simple and straight to the point. About how long would you say this would take the normal person? If you could also say time wise how long for each of the first three videos that would be really helpful. Also. Would you recommend doing vids 1-4 in one day seeing as parts and trim would already be removed?

[@coreyrenwick6209]

Deng son you must have worked hard this weekend for such a late upload-Respect ✊

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Bro, this video kicked my ass. Probably one of my hardest video to shoot. And if you noticed..I finally got a legit mic to do voiceovers. That voiceover took like 3 hours to do alone. lol. As long as you guys appreciate it, I'm happy.

[@coreyrenwick6209]

@@TheFlexxGarage 💯 always appreciate the effort especially knowing this is not your full time gig. Get some rest another big day tomorrow 🤙

[@TriLe-j6n]

How do you get the ambient light to work? Where did you connect the wiring to get it all work together I’m confused

[@mohammadaburizaiza6821]

Great video! I was wondering if you were ever going to retrofit the steering wheel to a 2018 one. Maybe even a digital tachometer?

[@user-jf6fs7ko4j]

Great video and and those vents look awesome. I have a 2020 C43 Coupe and not sure if I have the guts to do it yet.

[@johnnyceetv1987]

Can’t wait till I find I spot out here in San Antonio. I’m gonna do by c300. And get my dads c63s done

[@johnnyceetv1987]

You laced your wife car. Mine wants to get the 2020 cal 45. She deserves it.

[@SouthernGent44]

That carbon fibre center console cover is VERY nice. But Houston's climate is much too hot for that. Seared forearms every day in summer.

[@Brickbuilder128]

If you know, by chance, do I still need the OBD2 Box for the vents if I already have the factory 64-color lighting in an X253 (2022 GLC 300)? If I DO NOT need the OBD2 hub, do you know how I would wire the vents into the already existing system? If I DO need the OBD2 hub, do you have any idea if it syncs with/its possible to sync with the factory lighting system? Struggling to find guides/info on that. Or do I maybe need to/should I get a kit with a remote/Bluetooth instead, just in case wiring into the existing system is not possible/OB2 won't sync/work? Again, don't feel pressured if you don't know, I just didn't know if you have any input since you have gone through the installation before, and the vents for X253 are the same ones in the W205. Thank you in advance! :)

[@aaronpoisson]

Great How To video @Flexx this tutorial might just give me the confidence to install myself. I have my trusty trim removal kit and pick tools kit.... but I also need to swap my center console. I have the Ash Wood like your wife’s but purchased an OEM Carbon center stack. The Piano Black sides are scratched and scuffed. Have you had any experience swapping just that outer trim ring?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Sorry, I haven't and don't really have plans to. I assume they should be pretty straight forward???

[@TheCasperxt]

Looks great. Awesome Job.

[@naifotb3638]

Hey man, great videos! I really appreciate the step by step installations. DMP design got a different (newer) version of the ambient light kit that u did in episode 1. Is it possible if u can make a new video on how to install that? That would be really helpful!

[@alislaibe3050]

Can I install the 64 color air vents if I have the original 3 color ambient lighting?

[@toorbrother7772]

Its really very good and helpful as you describe installation process step by step

[@lesliejones6698]

Hi can ambient lighting be upgraded from 3 to 64 colors in a 2017 c300 coupe? I always see it done on a 4 door car??

[@DuyNguyen-jm9cf]

Very clear. Nice job bro. Keep up the good works.

[@Hii-ii8wx]

I don’t have any free wire connection under my footwell? please help! everything installed, just can’t power up ambient light vent

[@steveny9972]

How the quality of these aftermarket vents? plastic looks a bit ordinary or maybe just the paint job.

[@waqasahmad1995]

Can you add these to a car that already has ambient light package from factory? I have ambient lighting but not the illuninated vents and I would like to add this to my existing system.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

yes, you just need to inform DMP what kit on you car you already have and they can supply the right kit to work with it.

[@waqasahmad1995]

@@TheFlexxGarage perfect thank you! If I already have the ambient light package where would I connect the connectors to?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

you need to ask DMP

[@JRBeckford]

I need counseling. I have a basic Toyota yet I can’t help but watch these mod videos.

[@BeshEntertainment]

Would this work on my coupe amg line? I’ll do a video if it does.

[@grahamsolomons453]

Hi Flex do you need to install the harnass first for the installation of the ambient light and led airvents?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

For my kit (which is a few years old now), my main harness was part of the center console lights, footwell lights, door light kit. Then when I decided later on to add more parts like ambient vents, ambient door speakers, ambient seatback strips, they all plugged into my previously installed main harness. If my car had no ambient kit and let’s say i only wanted 1 part of the kit, like I only wanted vents. Then the vents will come with its own main harness. Go watch my ambient series in order from start to finish. You’re commenting on Part 4 of the video series. You should be watching part 1 first.

[@andiskyline89]

Looks sick. Can you control the ambient lights from an app from your phone.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No. Go watch episode 1. The controls are there in the beginning.

[@antonioz2660]

Flexx did you see the Starlight kit for the sunroof dmp has? 👌

[@aggelos.d8314]

Hey Flexx, I wasnt sure about where the new kits main wiring harness gets plugged into since they moved it to the doorside mirror and also how do you control it with the door side mirror controls? Could you possibly make a short video showing this?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I don’t have that version to install. DMP has a video if you reach out to them.

[@joeyoso4102]

Hey Felexxx!…I wanted to say thanks for all of your videos helps us all!!…I have a 2020 Mbz c63s sedan!…I have the original ambient lighting that comes with my car!…I wanted to ask you if you know anyone or can recommend someone in Southern Califorina???….that can do the installation for my air vents??…thx!!! Plz let me know????

[@mellojohnson5844]

if my c300 already factory installed 3 absent color option how to i upgrade that and how would the connection work you videos only show adding it from scratch. please email or reply thanks

[@Bulo101]

Can the air vent be manually closed/blocked (redirecting air flow) to have no air flow while having the air con on?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Yez

[@sneakerstalkin]

Does the colors of the vent change in sync with the other lights? I have stock ambient lights for a e300 will the colors be out of sync?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

You need to ask DMP. I don’t know. My stuff is all hooked up to an aftermarket light source (go watch all videos in this ambient light video series). Mine is not to connected to an oem light system.

[@Silkrymez]

Hi, your videos are so well done and informative that I have to ask you for more. I recently ordered the Racechip GTS+ from Germany, and I would like to be absolutely sure of my install. The install involves three sensors including, the turbo pressure sensor, the MAP sensor, and the camshaft sensor. Btw I own a 2016 c300 4matic.

[@maximilian1903]

Hey, so I have a W205 2019. I got the Stock 64 Color Ambient Light Package. I really want these vents because they look sick. How do I connect these vents to the stock ambient wiring? Are there some "free" connectors or do i have to connect it somewhete between? Thanks for this video and greetings from Germany

[@TheFlexxGarage]

you need to ask DMP

[@trondsunde4549]

I would like to now that too. I have 2019 c 205 with stock ambient light and i would like to have these vents too.

[@mrbombastik0665]

Is it possible to only install the vents Not the other things?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Yes. You just have to order it individually and it will come with it’s only main wiring harness and control box.

[@mrbombastik0665]

@@TheFlexxGarage ok thanks. I already got the stock ambientlight with the three colors. Is ist possible to use the stock light with the vents?

[@pavlopereira]

Hi Bro! Great material 🙌🏼. I have a Mercedes Benz c220, 2015… it doesn’t have the 3 original ambient light, can I still install this or do I need something else? Thank you!

[@TheFlexxGarage]

My car doesn’t have any oem kit. Go watch the first video on this ambient install series.

[@ricky8813]

Do you have any advice on removing the armrest from the center console?

[@MrPodgoon]

hey flexx, i got the ambient light kit for doors, center console, and footwell but DMP sent me a kit different from yours. DMP says its better and stable version. It doesnt have OBD port but I have to tap the wire in order to supply power to center console and footwell light. They didnt sent me any instruction so i contacted them, they cant help me on that. I really dont wanna mess up my cars wiring and im not familiar with wirings too. Can you please make a video on how to install and tap wires? i got confident enough after watching your Ep. 1 but now i cant really do it cuz they sent me different kit that requires different installation method. Thanks man

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I just talked to DMP. There’s no wire tapping or splicing involve. So I’m not sure where you got that idea? The new improved kit is literally the same exact install as my video. The only difference is the driver side ambient door wiring harness has an extra connector that plugs into the door window switch. And that allows the ambient lights to be controlled by the side mirror switch. Which is way better than the steering wheel button. It doesn’t require any splicing or wire tapping. It’s just 1 single extra connector. If you wanna know how to do it, DMP has a video on it. You need to ask them.

[@MrPodgoon]

@@TheFlexxGarage thanks for reaching out and ask them about my issue i appreciate it flexx. its true that i received newer version with window control. they also sent me the link of their video but the video wasnt help cuz it was literally a guy connecting the main harness to already-taken-out window controller to show where to put it. it was not a "how to" video. the thing is that the one of the harness they sent me has positive (red) wire and negative (ground) wire and both wires are stripped which means it needs to be spliced or tapped. because without the OBD port, i cant plug power to footwell and center ambient light. So i emailed Thomas at DMP, he said that harness is for supplying power for the footwell and center console. no obd port or anything to connect the footwell and center ambient light. its not a plug and play kinda deal. i contacted their tech supp and sent the photo as they asked, but i havent heard from them. so its either they sent me wrong one and lying to me, or to you idk bro. I installed the window controller and driver side ambient light but still havent figure out about the footwell and certer console. i can send you all the emails and photos that i sent to dmp and their responds if you need a fact check. thanks flexx!

[@Cr3wProject]

@@MrPodgoon you ever get this figured out? I was gonna order a kit right now

[@alihan_6660]

hello does it work for glc?

[@TanveerAhmed-u8h]

Hallo i buy the same lights but I don’t have OBD conector . Where i can connect the lights ? I don’t have any ambient light in my car. Please help

[@Suissedreamful]

NICEEEE looks very very good!

[@andrewgarcia7048]

Is this the same for the cla 250????

[@benjaminde-veer3912]

Are you going to change your speedometer to a digital cluster?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No. Not worth the $1,000+ for something that doesn't really add any benefits or additional features. Unless the reseller or supplier is willing sponsor me.

[@JaspreetSingh-px7iq]

Hey Flexx, I just bought a 2021 c300 coupe which comes with the 64 color led package. If I were to buy these, where would the connections be. In the video, it connects to the main wiring harness you installed earlier. Would I need that as well? How could I connect the leds with the system already integrated with the infotainment system?

[@zikmir007]

same question, i got the 2021 aventegrade.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Both you guys will need to contact DMP and ask. They have kits for cars already with oem ambient lights. They will give you all the details. I don’t know what’s available for your cars. I only know the stuff for mine.

[@kengaxkin8440]

Flexx how did you install the rear side canards

[@Jabz-93]

Hi love your videos! I wanted to ask, do i need to install the main wiring harness that you installed in episode one ?

[@SmileyPerez0213]

My c43 comes with ambient lighting but not the vents can I connect these to factory?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I’m not sure. You’d have to message DMP and ask.

[@homamabdul-raman1865]

did you ever reach out yet? i was wanting to know the same thing

[@meertjurgen4939]

Waow very coooool !!!!!!!👍👍👍☺☺

[@drxaaa284]

Hello Alexander, i really enjoy your videos, im from Europe, Romania, and i wanted to ask you if there is any professional provider for MB ambient lights, you installed in u rC-class, here in Europe?

[@adamsdailydriveway]

Still fish bowl my boy! Nice build!

[@jameelroye961]

How much would u charge to do this for my 2017e300

[@domingos1]

Great vid 👍

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@C63Miami]

Great video, quick question tho! I have a c205 c63 and I already have the ambient light package however the air vents and burmeister speakers do not have the ambient lighting. Therefore if I want to change the air vents for example, Is the steps the same as this video or different?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

yes and no. The wiring is gonna be different. You need to contact DMP car design and ask them what kit to get and how to wire it up to your existing system.

[@leecardenas4721]

Hey Flexx, has any of your family or friends complement on your new interior look?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Of course. Lol

[@nathansalyer6551]

I just installed the kit! How do I change the colors? It’s not working with the obd software update

[@lesliejones6698]

I wanted to know can if there is a ambient light kit upgrade to 64 colors for a c300 Mercedes 2 dr coupe and what type of place would install it in Memphis TN

[@amanimilan1604]

Can you please do an install on the cla 250.

[@jtkornichuk1034]

Lol what do you want him to do, buy the CLA so he can do an ambient light install based off of one request? 🤣 That's asking too much bruh. 🤣🤣🤣

[@edwinramirez4124]

You make want to get this kit so bad it looks sick I’m so glad you do how 2s because almost no one if none has tutorials on W205s I watch all your videos Side question what do you prefer to drive the c300 or your Audi A4?

[@Cilo_718]

flexx, possible for you to provide link to hand hook tools used to remove driver side and passenger side vents ?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

www.ebay.com/itm/264005637592

[@C32used]

Which kit did you install and sort of confused by the package section stuff

[@teosins]

Been debating on getting these for my 2016 cla45 with the 12 colour ambient lighting will they sync with the stock lighting?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

you need to ask DMP

[@nicholasrobinson7226]

I rather pay to get this professionally done but still a cool video to watch

[@LifeOfMohammed]

Professionals would do the same thing as him lol just charge you hundreds so its not worth it

[@nikke000]

@@LifeOfMohammedIf it saves you from a headache yes it is :P

[@mbw2057]

Where i have to plug the cable of the air vents if i dont have the main harness ?

[@josepastor2502]

i have a quick question i have the red dongle from DMP and i bought the main ambient harness kit for the center consale and doors and foot lights i want to know after i am done downloading the software do i have to take off the door panel and hook up the white connector from the driver side ambient light door harness to the #3 connector on the driver side door to make sure its working. if you can give some advise please id appreciate it.

[@tarimills1849]

Hey did you ever get it working? I just installed everything but the doors and I’m running into the issue of the software not showing and the lights still not powering on

[@kylethompson7731]

Have u seen the sunglasses case glow speakers ..

[@kylethompson7731]

U can hack the deck with we chat bring out ambient light right to the deck

[@carloscuevas3734]

I have a c300 2016, I watched your video to install that kit but I do not see where to connect the main wire to the car. Can you help me?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch episode 1. All the links are in the video description.

[@ThaneKrios666]

I have a question, can you point these turbine vents to where you want the airflow to go, like you can the original ones? I don't mean open and close, but to turn them up down left or right.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Yes

[@05Halit05]

Is the brightnes the same like the Original Ambiente light or is it more or less bright?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Don’t know. I never had the OEM ambient to compare it to.

[@chepark8346]

hey Flexx as always awesome video. i am going to let a local techinician do that job but quick question, are you controlling the ambient light function from the NTG device? i have x253 and there is an ambient light selector. thans man

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Nahh can’t.

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch episode one on the controls.

[@chepark8346]

@@TheFlexxGarage thanks man!! as always love your videos...

[@danielfriday9204]

Did you use the cigarette lighter for the final switches

[@TheFlexxGarage]

There’s no cigarette plug. As mentioned into the video, these are accessories to my main kit that has extra plugs that these vents attach to for power. There’s 4 videos for this whole kit.

[@RocksnDnB]

Where does the power wire connected to? And how can you select the colors with the android screen, i not get it flexx

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch episode 1 (just like I mentioned in the video).

[@dainfamousperu]

Should i disconnect the battery when installing ambient light air vents

[@TheFlexxGarage]

I always disconnect the battery when working with electrical components.

[@Diana-rj7zf]

Nice video! Do you know where to find the powerline to connect everything in a c class without back airvents. Thanks very much!

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch episode 1

[@Diana-rj7zf]

@@TheFlexxGarage yes i did thnks!

[@angelionescuify]

Tell me please with all the vents lighting up is not to bright at night driving? I know that can be dimmed but if you dimming to much the door ambient will be too weak...What do you think? There is a way of dimming only the vents?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch the first video in the ambient series.

[@angelionescuify]

@@TheFlexxGarage I saw it... but I have original ambient 3 color so everything will be controlled via car ambient lighting menu.... I just wanted to know if is not to bright at night...Anyway looks amazing! Well done 👏👏

[@ShallowSideRc]

I removed the two screws in the center console but it still won’t come off? Any suggestions

[@pablojclavergemio5668]

Hello Flexx, where can I get the white plastic guide to channel the cable of the right turbine that appears in your video?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

It’s just a large long zip tie wrap you can buy from Home Depot or Lowe’s or Walmart. I just cut off the square end so it’s flat/thin so that end doesn’t catch on anything as I’m pulling it through the car.

[@pablojclavergemio5668]

@@TheFlexxGarage Thanks for your answer and what is it called to be able to search for it?

[@pablojclavergemio5668]

What kind of cable guides do you use to channel the cables?

[@leehorne8904]

Hi Nice vents Are these plug and play .I see you installed wire loom for the strips but never see the wire install on connecting to the car👍

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go watch the series of videos. This is video 4

[@rubenbossio262]

My c400 has some stock ambient lighting on the doors and centre console would these upgrades be brighter then the stock lights?

[@chriskarsseboom2200]

These go along with the stock ambient loghto

[@lorenzohenry5496]

Hi, is there anything for my w209 clk? Or can I use the same kit.

[@leartiuka]

Hey flexx , have you changed the pedals, or do they come standard like that

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Stock

[@Madeit.909]

Have you done an Cluster swap ?? Or will you be switching to an Digital Dash if possible ?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

No and only if someone makes a plug and play version that’s affordable.

[@beautyandtheeats7349]

This is amazing!! I have a 2015 GLA250, I live in Brooklyn NY do you know where I can get this done on my vehicle?

[@gazathug876]

I’m located in the Bronx I can install it for 300 you’ll need the items it will cost like 850 for complete set up

[@farisamin4435]

can you just replace the air vents, wondering how that’s wired with out the main harness for the whole kit

[@TheFlexxGarage]

All the parts to the ambient kit can be sold separately. Whatever kit you decide, it will have a plug for a power source, and it will have a control harness that connects to inside of the driver side door. And you will get a OBD2 dongle to program the center screen so you can control the ambient light with the screen. (Not control using the steering wheel buttons like my kit…it’s an older style). You need to ask DMP where the power would be coming from if you did only the vents. I assume it’s gonna come off the OBD2 port (like the main harness to my kit in Episode 1 of this ambient video series). Anymore questions, you need to ask DMP since it’s their kit. And it comes with tech support and warranty.

[@farisamin4435]

@ thank you flex i’ve been following for years and did the same mods

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Thanks! I appreciate the continued support. 😎🤙🏼

[@theawesomechannel8662]

Great vids bro 👊🏽 Is there anything like that for the A4 ?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Yes, I'll being doing an ambient kit on the A4 real soon.

[@theawesomechannel8662]

@@TheFlexxGarage awesome

[@johnzack2949]

@Fleex Alexander, love your videos! Can you help me with Led vents but in an Audi a3 sedan? i mean where I can but ambient led vents for a audi ?

[@jodusseldorf8888]

When i only order the vents kit with the main wiring harness and control box where i put the cables in?

[@TheFlexxGarage]

If it has the OBD2 connector...then go watch episode 1.

[@아둘아빠-f2x]

thanks. I have w205 c class 2017 with 3colors original ambient light do i have to do something other to use 64colors from 3 colors ?? or just follow this viedo to change to 64? thanks

[@TheFlexxGarage]

Go look on dmp car designs website in the video description. There’s a kit to make a 3 color to 64. The install is slightly different but DMP can walk you thru it.

[@아둘아빠-f2x]

⁠@@TheFlexxGaragewow so fast answer. thanks. let me look on the site.

[@mihaipop9226]

Hi! Is there something for w164?