Wire a Mercedes Benz for a Subwoofer using Factory Radio

Step By Step wiring instructions for installing Amplifier cable in a Mercedes-Benz W204. I also show you how to tap into your door speakers to get your necessary RCA signal
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[@canegrimey]

You always want to connect your amplifiers power cable directly to the battery. The battery acts as a buffer between the alternator and the electronics. It helps stabilize the the electricity. So every time the bass hits the amplifier is going to rob that junction box of the power it needs. It takes about 50-60 amps at 12 volts to power a 500 watt amplifier. The power cable for the amp is just as big if not bigger than the cable connecting the battery to the junction box. Which is why the amp always connects directly to the battery. The reason for the power cable is because the cars factory wiring can't handle the extra electrical load. So it needs to connect directly to the battery.

[@jerrylaw7914]

Now that’s Game! 🎂

[@713vinh]

is there anything you can't do? You are truly skillful. Enjoyed watching your informative videos as always. Keep up the good work.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Vincent T. Thanks for the awesome compliment!

[@goldwing7505]

That is a massive ops, I couldn't possibly have the heart of taking all these pieces apart from my car...….. but good job.....

[@JMwraps]

Truly professional install. From the music choice to the way you explained everything, it was really enjoyable. Thank You brother! 💪🏾🤜🏾

[@BradVarney]

Its crazy and actually unfortunate that you have to include disclaimers to cover your A**. Great video and i appreciate you so much. Thank you!! Very professional and covers everything.

[@teddyzxman]

that firewall wire tip was priceless; thank you sir.

[@christopherclark6898]

If you don’t know what wire is which, don’t take apart the entire wire loom, USE The MULTIMETER. It’s an easy tool. Some of you guys are thinking now,💭”multimeters are hard”… -💭I’d do this differently, what a waste…;:-/💬 BUT EVERY SETUP IS DIFFERENT , AND always a good day to learn.

[@jessemartinez5194]

Can you post exactly where you ran it threw I can’t find

[@Taino137]

Thanx, this helped, but where do I connect the remote? My XM box is in the truck next to a fuse box. 2015 C300.

[@Adstronix]

Hi Raymond, Adeel from London here, I did a non invasive subwoofer install on my C180K, AUX wire to back and additional battery for an AMP, 3.5mm split into two, there is a place to feed through a wire through the side of the seats into the boot/trunk. Without removing seats.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Adstronix That's awesome! I thought of doing that but my fat ass needs space and I needed to pass the wires from right to left easily. It only takes 5mins to pop the seats out

[@RaymondUrias]

+Adstronix Side question: Splitting the Aux cable were you able to get the Deep Bass? I have never heard of pulling bass from a aux since it's only +/- not the traditional 2 speaker balance.

[@Adstronix]

Raymond Urias Deep Bass is definitely there, only downside it serves only person music so no CD/Radio but it works a treat, 3.5mm to Left and Right RCA splitter then RCAs into mono block AMP. Setting levels works a treat too as tweeters and Mids on stock speakers are amazing, purpose was I was missing that deep low end and it just fills the missing gap, I do have issues with rattle but that's my rear view mirror issue.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Adstronix That's awesome, Thanks for experimenting and answering the questions​. I was always curious about Aux to bass.

[@stormyparker8465]

I really appreciate the fact that you slow down and actually fully explain what you entire process is this is not an easy job compared to most vehicles especially if you have fiber optic Harman kardon system I have a couple questions though where did you get your wiring diagrams for the car I have a 2006 E350 w211 that I am attempting to install aftermarket direct replacement Android head unit I would love to get some advice for you this is my first ever install and I don't want to give up but this is a very challenging job I am also attempting to either bypass the factory amplifier and add an additional amplifier and two SVC Alpine type R 12s that are 4 ohm to match the factory speakers i have a full list of equipment I can share with you but I would love if you could give me some advice most videos I find online are in a foreign language and I don't really understand most of what I'm looking at if you are willing to help me out I can give you any contact info you need

[@RaymondUrias]

So you want to add subs that's easy enough. I believe they sell an adapter for the fiber-optic models that provides an RCA to the new amp. avinusa.com/most-fiber-optic-amp-interface-for-mercedes-benz-e-class-cls-slk-s-cl.html Here are some free wiring instructions www.tehnomagazin.com/Auto-radio-car-connector/MERCEDES-Car-Radio-Wiring-Connector.htm mbworld.org/forums/attachments/audio-electronics/319101d1447090535-stereo-wiring-w211-please-2003-mercedes-benz-w211-audio-.pdf

[@RaymondUrias]

Check this out also www.ckmcardesign.com/multimedia/c3-comand-enhet-i-mb-look-dvd-gps-bluetooth-touch-screen-mm

[@markanthony64]

Hi I have a 2014 c300 4 matic with Harmon system I need help with the rca connection can I connect from the rear door and if so what are the wire color plz... I also have a battery in the rear can I take power from there for the amps am trying to hook up 3 amplifiers 2000, 1000 and 500 watts ???

[@banginzaza]

I'm not surprised this video blew up 😂😂😂

[@luiscollazo2269]

Who can tell me what color the factory remote wire is. He never covered that part

[@KingKaramel]

For everyone who is looking for a remote connection simply unplug the radio 15A fuse and tie the remote connection wire around one of the teeth on the fuse, then plug it back in. On the mercedes ignition the second position will turn on the amp. I did my own install in a 2007 mercedes c230 sport and next is the 2010 mercedes c300. He could have have simply used a Rca converter and tapped into the speaker wiring and ran the audio cables to the amp. Most audio cable is 5 or 10ft so he would have been done a long time ago. No need to run the negative cable all through the fuse box area or any other wiring. I mount my amp on my back seat or under the seat, so the ac can keep it cold, mounting where the tire is, is asking for trouble. Dust sand dirt water and everything you store in the trunk falls down there especially liquid from groceries or rain, quick way to short out an amp. It only takes onetime for rain or snow to get in there when you need your spare.

[@BIGGELATO]

Im trynna figure out if its possible to install subs in a S63 with burmeister system, nobody has done it so this is going to be tricky

[@RaymondUrias]

It's fully fiber optic. You will need a fiber optic to RCA adapter they sell them online search google

[@bigvicz]

thx i was having trouble figuring out how to run the hot wire from the engine bay on my e class same set up thx.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Bigvic F I'm glad it helped! I'm happy to hear Mercedes hasn't changed the ports.

[@SassyToll]

That's what she said 32.55 I have a w204 pre-facelift , love your channel , keep up the great work. John Ireland

[@l.b.stringfellow2413]

Great video!! Any chance you could let us know if this works for a CLS 550 ? Those. 2 ohm DVC speakers tend to burn up on the Harmon Kardon systems w like 14 speakers. Usually the amp goes bad and begins to fry and smoke speakers before they start cracking. 4 of my close to 20 MBs have done it. All at around 100k. Thanks again for the great content

[@okkhary]

Wired my Benz in 3 hours because of you. Thanks!

[@jasonsoto6163]

I’m gonna add a slim powered sub under each seat with a built in amp. I’ll be tapping into the wires for the speakers but later on when I want to add an amp to all 4 speakers will this be an issue? Since I have to tap into the speakers. Or would I have to tap into the speakers closer to the speaker connection itself? Any input helps

[@manav850]

Thank you ! Spent 7 hours today and nailed it ! Thank you again !

[@eduardorivera3755]

Hi i have a problem with mi 2013 c250 no sound come true radio working but no sound what you thing what is the problem i thing maybe the amp is bad

[@naderhammoud3650]

great video. not able to see where you let the cable from the engine compartment into the inside. you show us how it looks on the inside, do you have a picture from outside?

[@Mezzamike]

Ray, I’m struggling with this install. No wiring diagrams anywhere for a 2015 c300 W205 without burmeister. I’ve found wires going to the doors but also heard some wires can be fiber optic and not copper! I’m a little nervous to remove door panels. Help. I’m so close!

[@Mezzamike]

Ps. Sorry no one actually watched your video! I did...every second. I have a picture of my door wiring. Trying to decide which are the speaker wires. Gotta be like 14 or 18 gauge, right? Not the extremely tiny ones? Thanks. I’ll post a response video when I’m done if I live lol.

[@RaymondUrias]

Not the extremely tiny ones. They will be a set tied together. Poping the door panel off is easy and I have a video for that, it's a good way to confirm wire colors.

[@Mezzamike]

Raymond Urias ...for the w205? I used to have a 204 like yours and miss it everyday. So much easier to work on. Is there a way to tell if the wires are fiber? I’ll check your vids.

[@RaymondUrias]

@@Mezzamike typically fibropic cables are reserved for the bru sound system. You could also tap into your rear deck speakers on the w205 there is a subwoofer in the rear deck makes everything much easier.

[@Mezzamike]

Raymond Urias ...you’re amazing for answering! There’s a subwoofer back there?? I didn’t hear anything for speakers in the rear stage by the rear windshield. Is that the right place?? I’d kill to find that speaker!

[@AbhishekAbhishek-bq8yj]

Thanks for the video. It’s really helpful. Few questions I wanna ask: Can you use factory amp wire connection instead of speaker wires connection to run to the amp. Do we really need lc2i connector? What are the wiring specifications for a 1300 watts (rms 350 watts) and a built in amp of 300 watts? Like 8 gauge or 16 gauge, fuse of 30 amp or 50? Thanks a lot

[@RaymondUrias]

Yes, No, 8 or 6 guage, Fuse will depend on manufacturer see their instructions

[@AbhishekAbhishek-bq8yj]

Thanks a lot bro. Project for this weekend. Your videos are always helpful.

[@AbhishekAbhishek-bq8yj]

I have added a pioneer ts-wx1210a yesterday in my car. But I am unable to set gains. Can you please advice whether this needs a line outside converter as the manual says nothing about that. Thanks

[@RaymondUrias]

@@AbhishekAbhishek-bq8yj kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2qul2yrZtSCitk I explained how to do this in this video

[@rhs1578]

What did u run remote wire too

[@larrylevy2673]

Hello, I have a 2015 GLK350 4MATIC and I am unsuccessful in finding where to run the power wire thru the firewall. Does ANYONE know where or how to do that. I can't find the grommet behind the battery like the video says. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

[@Lee57667]

Hey did you do a 2007 s550 RWD wit a subwoofer 🔊

[@chasekeys303]

Aye Raymond, do you have any info on finding the speaker wires for an 2016 GLE 350? I couldn’t find it on your website. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@jbk178]

Stuck in the same situation can't find wiring diagram online please help

[@seek3n]

Is it possible to find a power source in the trunk to power the amp, or I have to run a cable from the battery? That's the hardest part for me. C63s is so packed built I cant even get my hand behind the hood.

[@devryguy27]

So my 2014 C300 has My battery in the trunk and a fuse box on the side. Can I use that battery for power, tap the fuse box for remote wire, and ground to chassis????

[@RaymondUrias]

Yes, and lucky you

[@bobburke4356]

Need a tip on how to run the amp power wire from battery through the firewall on a 2015 Mercedes C300 sedan please.

[@RaymondUrias]

Same location there will be a grommet

[@bobburke4356]

@@RaymondUrias thank you so much. love your videos

[@Kuchipogi16]

I follow your advice and tapped left and right of rear speakers, but the sound output is not as great and loud as I expected, mine is 2015 c300 with Burmester audio system

[@RaymondUrias]

Is your gqun set up correctly? What did you wire up

[@Kuchipogi16]

I adjusted gains but even if i put up as high, still not desirable, rear door speakers is even louder that the sub itself

[@RaymondUrias]

@@Kuchipogi16 what amp as re you running and what speakers and how are they wired

[@Kuchipogi16]

It’s a kicker dx250 and kicker subs 2 ohms, i used an signal from my computer to the amp and it worked ok, the sub is loud and does the job so i know from speakers and amp are ok, so my issue is the input signal to amp from my stock radio

[@jbk178]

Bro could use your help got 2017 gle can't figure out what wire is for the right rear door ...

[@justinarruda3053]

I want to know how to hook up a 4 channel amp up to factory mercedes radio I install aftermarket infinite reference 6.5 speakers I want to hook up a 400 watt amp to them.

[@okkhary]

Only thing I did dif was my line level converter. I used an old system so I had to use the remote wire. I tapped into the 15amp fuse in the back for the remote aka jammed the wire in with the fuse.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Khary Mallea luckily that fuse box has plenty of good remote power lines 😂 happy to hear that your system is slamming!

[@Sokolace]

I have a mono block amp where to wire the rc cables ?

[@C.L.Products]

Thank you this was very thorough. I got everything done off this except for the gramet underneath the dashboard. I ended up having to drill out a hole and run wire on a 2008 C300. Other than that everything was very thorough. Thanks bro for hooking my son up

[@Fb7_]

Can you just take the speaker cables from behind the stereo ? I’m trying to get it to work on my w204 but it doesn’t work

[@Fb7_]

And is it any difference if my Benz is from Europe and yours is from the US ?

[@J_Frank337]

U didnt have to disconnect battery or anything to deal with the speaker wires?

[@valgal9819]

So do you need a line converter? I have an 2006 Mercedes c230 my sub and amp is in a box all in one gt-basspro12

[@philipdeg1594]

Did your car have a factory installed amp and sub-woofers : Does all the logic 7 systems come with amp and subwoofers?

[@robertehlers4330]

Need your help 2004 MB e320 4matuc were is stock amp gps is in trunk

[@robertehlers4330]

Found it I just used rear battery for amps it works great

[@johnnyg8206]

Hi Ray, someone says Mercedes bettery terminals are regulated with sensors at both + - posts. So, you have to connect power cable to somewhere at terminal block instead of connecting to the battery post directly. Is this true?

[@RaymondUrias]

Not that I am aware...and I don't believe this is true for the newer ones

[@rafaeloliveiradasilva9167]

Hello from Brazil Raymond Urias, I have a question, about the power cable, you used the support next to the battery in the middle pin to fix the amp power cable, before this pin does not it has a fuse or something? Or this pin comes directly from the battery without any fuses or such a thing? Btw I am installing a 1600wrms amp and using 25mm cable

[@RaymondUrias]

You would need this kit BOSS Audio Systems 4BK 4 Gauge Amplifier Installation Wiring Kit - A Car Amplifier Wiring Kit Helps You Make Connections and Brings Power to Your Radio, Subwoofers and Speakers a.co/d/gMkFNVW Go from the positive on battery

[@tommorello9070]

Hey Raymond last year I went a little crazy and bought a 12W7AE with a HD 750/1 amp and had it installed in my girlfriends audi which was optical. First day it ended up cracking the front windshield and she was so scared she just left it the bass at 1. I bought a 13W7AE for my maxima with a HD1200/1 amp. That car was not optical. Sold the 12 and maxima. I now have a 2014 S550 with the burmester sound and want to do my own install with the LC2i. Any suggestions on where I can find a wiring diagram for it?

[@davidperez-qc4go]

Will other LOCs work with 2006-2007 Mercedes Benz c class without Harmon Kardon systems... or does it have to be the LC2i????

[@RaymondUrias]

It can be any LOC

[@divinemaster2k2]

bro whats your back ground. You know a lot of car electronics.

[@RaymondUrias]

divinemaster2k2 THAT is a great question. Ok story time grab some popcorn... When I was in highschool I got involved in the great Honda Civic Uprising. Wayyyy before fast and the furious and I naturally fell in love with making a car unique. And since then I can't own a stock car... Everyone can buy a car off a lot, but not everyone is willing to make it theirs. After highschool I applied to a few collages to be an Automotive designer and was accepted to a school. BUT my dumb self was in love with a girl (Not my wife... different girl) and I didn't want to leave her behind so I slammed a door that could have changed my life. We ultimately split and I met my now wife in college. I finished with a degree in Civil Engineering and never lost the passion of working on cars. My wife pushed me to start this channel insisting I would help someone. She was right and in the process I have met some amazing people like yourself and this great community that I'm trying to build.

[@yokev_5611]

Are you using the original amplifier that comes with the car?

[@SamnangDy]

My c63 has a battery in the trunk lol it save so much time

[@RaymondUrias]

+samnang dy lucky 😂

[@TyVsTyler]

Mine does too but not enough power to run my 1000watt amp

[@cddevil1488]

Does your car have Harmon kardon set up in it? If not do you know anything about it

[@michellebackus2301]

Hi i have a 2005 Mercedes Benz e500 and there is 2 batteries.tje main in the trunk and an aux batterie in front. Which one should i use?

[@anon8613]

Trunk, the small one is for your breaking system. Do not mess with the small one.

[@fubumaster6526]

Hi Raymond, Can you let me know where I can tap the remote line to connect a subwoofer amp in the old 2003 S430? Everything is in the back including the factory stock amp. Thanks.

[@walterdavis4007]

Hey i got a 2000 w202 c230k. With the bose system. Im also trying to figure out what i need to tap into to make my fusion sub with ots on amp work. With the factory system

[@sbmaynard]

where is 12volt constant 08 c300 mercedes

[@RaymondUrias]

+Steve maynard under the door sill. I don't know your color. Mine is red. It would be easier to run a wire to the battery

[@aarthurmoore1945]

Why didn't you just take the sub signal from sub..?

[@tvuong2003]

Raymond, I must have missed it, but I don’t see where you run the wire through to the inside. I see the cables you hooked on to the battery and you pulled it out by the passenger foot, but how you feed it through behind the battery is missing. What am I missing? Thanks

[@RaymondUrias]

Thai Vuong you didn't watch the video...😑 Go to 5:17 and keep watching

[@tvuong2003]

Dude, I watched and rewatch but somehow I skipped through that.

[@RaymondUrias]

Thai Vuong lol I know I get boring sometimes 😉

[@tvuong2003]

No you’re not. It just that I looked under my car but can’t locate the spot where you had it. I can send you pictures of my car.

[@threenintyyou3412]

What year and model is your c300? Audio car shops kept telling me they wouldn’t wire subs for me Bc it has fiber optic wires. But I look at your car and it looks like normal wiring. Are these shops just not wanting to do it to my car?

[@RaymondUrias]

Most little shops don't want to do it. They don't want the liability of taking it apart. There are adapters for the fiber-optic

[@yacobjeremiah3776]

I having a hard time finding the port on 2004 ml500

[@stephenpeacock1931]

What rca wires did you use between the lc2i and the amp?

[@shark70007000]

I have to remove the rear seat already to fix a back window. LOL Service mode doesn't work on my car. It works fine on my wife's car.

[@MCervi42]

The signal you took from the door, it’s not th “rca” signal. It’s amplified signal to speakers, which is 20v ac, rca is around 2v ac

[@RaymondUrias]

This particular car does not have an amplifier. This is the base model. The radio has an internal amp. These are the correct wires. You could also tap them directly from behind the radio but the wire run would be much longer by 6 feet.

[@MCervi42]

@@RaymondUrias right, it doesn’t have an external amp. However it still have an amplifier in command unit. The thing I was trying to say, is that this signal cannot be used straight to rca cables on your aftermarket amplifier. The only way to get rca signal is to use line converter.

[@RaymondUrias]

@@MCervi42 right and I used an LC2i in the video... I'm just confused 🤔 Or are you trying to tell people they can't plug it straight to the amp?

[@vellutofinitto8318]

Hello. On the second video to this installation. Where did you connect the sub-woofer? LC2i or amplifier?

[@RaymondUrias]

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[@snowshyt06]

I see the job audio sub any link for that enclosure or is it a custom made one I was trying to get a look but never really saw it

[@RaymondUrias]

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[@Tracks777]

Excellent video. Keep it up!

[@vellutofinitto8318]

Hi. How do you connect the RCA wires to the factory radio? Thanks in advance.

[@RaymondUrias]

Watch this video in full. Then watch the second one kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2qul2yrZtSCitk

[@cddevil1488]

Hi. If you have time can you tell me the kind of wire you ran from your doors back. This is the next project on my car

[@RaymondUrias]

Is this what you are looking for? kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2qul2yrZtSCitk

[@RaymondUrias]

It's 14AWG speaker wire. You can get the wire in any color you want

[@cddevil1488]

Thanks for your time and the link to that video

[@rubenm1185]

Thanks. You saved me a lot of money

[@ricardolopez7348]

with you ever make the c300 faster ?

[@RaymondUrias]

+Ricardo Lopez Yes. I always researching mods for the engine bay and ECU. Any hints would be great.

[@dagobertopena8723]

Do you think you can help me find the schematics for a 2014 mercedes glk350? Enjoyed your videos very informative. Nice job

[@RaymondUrias]

+Dagoberto Pena I don't, but maybe this will help you id the wires on the back www.tehnomagazin.com/Auto-radio-car-connector/MERCEDES-Car-Radio-Wiring-Connector.htm

[@dagobertopena8723]

Raymond Urias Thanks appreciate your reply. I will look into it but this is the mercedes I own and Iam not very familiar with all their systems.

[@rayyanthamim]

Do you use capacitor for this?

[@RaymondUrias]

I don't believe in capacitor use for subwoofers. You should have no problem with this vehicle charging system to run 2 12's if you wanted

[@NotAlone.43]

were you able to keep your head unit and if so how ? please help I want to install a system but I don't want to lose my head unit either lol

[@RaymondUrias]

+Rene Villarreal yes my factory headunit is in there. This video explains everything you need to do.

[@KingSheva-sh5qw]

Well I'll let you know the extra wire will ad weight to your car more then absolutely needed, as well as that very pretty coil you made will make some interference and finaly longer cables produce more resistance making the audio quality and maximum sound worse. My say is cut it right before you finish with the wire and make it TOUGHT. Besides that live the video opened my eyes regarding how to hide the wires

[@neilk.4226]

Hi Raymond, my 2009 mercedes has only 31000 miles, and I just lost sound in the car, so no audio coming from the radio, navigation and it want recognize the auxiliary, but the navigation will respond to voice command but it want talk back. .I didn't do any upgrades of any kind, if you can help please, thanks

[@RaymondUrias]

Do you have HK system? And you are sure it responding back to you? Can hear the response. Try making a call

[@neilk.4226]

actually I've just started the car and everything is working. what do you think happened? did you experienced something similar ? and thanks for your response

[@RaymondUrias]

Yes I have seen that before, sometimes the radio fails to initiate. I wouldn't worry unless it happens frequently then it will be time to replace the command system.

[@neilk.4226]

Raymond Urias thanks

[@aaron1984a]

Ray, do you think this process is much different on a coupe? I bought the lc2i, top notch install kit and im putting in an alpine self powered amp in my 2014 c250 coupe. Think the seat removal is much different?

[@RaymondUrias]

+aaron1984a I have personally never worked on that year. I imagine the process would be very similar. It was 2015 that shit went sideways for Mercedes....so many clips.....the horror...

[@aaron1984a]

Ya I've heard the challenges with the 2015s. Thank the Lord I won't have those issues. I'm planning on doing the the install, changing out the rear stock speaker as it shot (not by me) and doing the back up camera at once. I got the tools from your interior light change out video so here's to hoping! Glad you and the family are okay man!!!! #PhinsUp

[@RaymondUrias]

aaron1984a This will be the year!!!!!!

[@guykramer9263]

How do you remove the rear seat?

[@sweetpeach3241]

what parts do i need to install a amp and sub into the existing factory system

[@RaymondUrias]

Everything in this video and everything in that video kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2qul2yrZtSCitk

[@sweetpeach3241]

i have my own amp and 2 subs as well as my own amp kit . is there wires outside of this that i need . i am not electronically sound

[@tato1428]

Raymond I need your help, where can I get a fuse box diagram for my 2010 c300 thank you

[@RaymondUrias]

There is a service manual in the trunk with the spare tire. Looks like a brochure

[@tato1428]

Thank you, I got it.

[@tato1428]

Thank you Raymond Where I live my options are limited on Mercedes auto service, I have a problem: I put a brand new battery, I put new battery on my key, I check the fuse 6, 7, 19 and 27 and nothing. is there's a fuse for the ignition key or any thing that you can help me. I feel like in the middle of the desert.

[@sunnysn]

Does it matter that your connecting the ground wire to an already in use ground?

[@RaymondUrias]

No it doesn't. The only thing that matters is a clean ground point free of paint

[@sunnysn]

Thanks for the reply. Did you have a battery where you put the amp?

[@RaymondUrias]

sunnysn no.....the video shows my battery in the engine bay

[@sunnysn]

yes I have a w204 and I have a 2nd battery in the trunk next to the spare. Instead of using the lc2i line output convertor, could you have just cut one side of a stereo RCA wire (the one you normally get for the amp In kits) and plugged it straight into the amp and the side you cut do the soldering as you did? would the clarity suffer a noticeable amount? sorry if this is a stupid question.BTW I am not wiring a car I just enjoy your videos. Thanks for the information.

[@slah426]

My sub guy only wired to passenger side and my system works perfectly am I missing something?

[@SoarXN]

That's what I was thinking

[@SoarXN]

I tried it on the rear top speakers and no sound was made

[@slah426]

@@SoarXN mine is wired to my passenger side alone for 5 years now. You prolly picked wrong wires

[@sfc415rider]

The most important part of installation is missing, the remote turn on/off

[@RaymondUrias]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2qul2yrZtSCitk

[@hervedelorme6768]

Hello Raymond congratulations for your video. i'd like to improve the speakers on my 2018 MB GLE 400 but the garage just told me that i would need to change the board computer... what do u think? Thanks

[@RaymondUrias]

+Herve Delorme I dunno why they would say that. You can use an LC7i and Amplifier to power up new door speakers and sub any good reputable shop can do it. I have to warn you. Mercedes Benz will void your warranty completely ...100%. Since it involves connecting to the factory wires they will blame any and all issues on interference.

[@hervedelorme6768]

Many thanks Raymond to be honest I was really amazed by his answer. Do you recommend a brand for the speakers or the amp/sub?

[@RaymondUrias]

+Herve Delorme Interesting... They probably think there is fiber-optic audio in the car. From what I know there is but it's not for the speakers. You would have to verify this by actually looking at the speaker. In regards to the brand question.... That is a very personal question. Each person will have his or hers favorite depending on many factors. Money being the main one. I am a JL audio fan so I'm biased. But there are several other good brands like Rockford fosgate, Focal, Mcintosh. I would recommend going to an audio store and listening to each with your eyes closed.

[@hervedelorme6768]

once again many thanks to you Raymond

[@david181204]

Raymond Urias , hi would this be the same process if you have the Harman kardon system as I have been told this is all fibre optic , great videos keep it up,

[@TheMikeisfly]

Well Done Sir

[@hooverherbert5]

Great job in your video

[@RaymondUrias]

+Herbert Hoover Thanks man

[@elchuyito355]

What song is that in ur video? So calming.

[@axelfoley8385]

Will this void my warranty?

[@RaymondUrias]

Each car manufacturer is different and each dealership is different. Just remember if they want to blame it on something they will have to prove without a shadow of doubt that that is what caused the problem. Realistically, the only thing that they may choose to void would be your radio's warranty. Speakers are not covered under any manufacturer warranty

[@axelfoley8385]

@@RaymondUrias could it mess up my HEADUNIT? Not worried about speakers just the HEADUNIT.

[@RaymondUrias]

@@axelfoley8385 That's not what I said man. It's not going to mess up anything. I've been doing this for a long time but each manufacturer is different and they will try and use it as an escape to pay for something. Honda and Lexus have voided customers, alternator and charging system related products. Mercedes typically tends to void your head unit. I can't speak about other manufacturers since I haven't worked with them. I'm just telling you get ready for the blame game. Your radio will be fine. I've never had anybody's radio crap out from a subwoofer install.

[@axelfoley8385]

@@RaymondUrias thank you. Dumb question but would you trust Best Buy to do this type of install? Or do I need to go to an audio shop? Just want a kicker 12 with a mono block amp.

[@RaymondUrias]

@@axelfoley8385 I would choose an audio shop with good reviews.

[@badboyjuni4429]

Thanks for the video I’m about to do this on a 2015 c250,where did you buy the schematics from? Do you think it will be the same colors for mine? Also I’m going to use t taps instead just Incase i have to remove it.

[@FaizAlshehri]

You can find the wiring diagrams in Mercedes WIS.

[@pwrks111]

What year c300 is this?

[@RaymondUrias]

Dan Montano 2010

[@1kenpau1]

Dude anyone ever tell you that you look like Ray Romano

[@timstaten7391]

Hey is that car a fiber wire car or no.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Tim Staten the speakers are not fiber optic. There the signal to the amp is, but from the amp to the doors is copper wire

[@timstaten7391]

Thank u I'm doing a install on a 2016c300 monday been research constantly

[@davidperez-qc4go]

Andale...gracias compa....

[@abbevaataja2776]

thank you!!!

[@HOLLOT1PS]

Dude.. thank you so much! I'm subscribed.

[@RaymondUrias]

+Chris Long Thanks man and welcome to the community!

[@ljv2011]

Dude you are smart as shit lol

[@RaymondUrias]

💩

[@Gauixiuz]

putting rca converter on behind the radio would have been more efficient..

[@RaymondUrias]

+Svabbi sceinir I agree 100% but imagine how many messages would I get asking for their wire colors lol. This way is bullet proof and anyone can do it.

[@timstaten7391]

Not all the time if it's fiber wire u cant

[@powerrodridelacruz8641]

I want to install system in my Mercedes but I couldn't watch someone tear apart my beautiful car.

[@ionutichim21]

Well then you are just stupid. Its not like they are breaking it.

[@paddyroots1]

Hi Raymond! Great Vids. I have a similar car (W204) and having problems with the radio ...no sound. Can i have a contact number to talk to you.

[@RaymondUrias]

No sound where the entire car?

[@sohayel_nafi]

Yay ^_^

[@RaymondUrias]

+Sohayel Nafi Haha I knew you would be happy

[@sohayel_nafi]

Raymond Urias you got that right mate :P

[@berniecruz8405]

Raymond, One thing I'm not sure if you did this or no because you didn't show it in your video, but when cutting and soldering wires together it's always best to use heat shrink tubing over the soldered place,. This is actually better to use than electrical tape due to that it holds the wires together and shields better as well. But of course to be on the safe side, also use electrical tape over the shrink tubing as well.

[@RaymondUrias]

Bernie Cruz @19:24 You can clearly see the heat shrink tubing. And I cover the whole thing with tesa tape. Been doing this for 10 years.

[@nicholasquintero1080]

Wtftftftf????? Why did you do all that don't you have a subwoofer on your rear dash? You could have used those wires for inputs and hooked the battery straight up to the amplifier in the trunk.

[@RaymondUrias]

Nope, this model or the way this one was optioned did not. If there would have been a sub it would have greatly saved me alot of steps, but no luck for me

[@chrismcclaskey9005]

I literally watched the whole video waiting to see where you would tap the remote turn on.... 😖😡😤🤬

[@RaymondUrias]

Sorry man I didn't need it. There is a fuse box in the rear, just tap one that on when the car is on