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Fig. 83: MCS System Block Diagram MCS system The radio and navigation unit (A2/56) is the central component of the MCS system . It has a video-capabl

Fig. 85: MCS Cassette Mode Block Diagram Playback of compact discs When the" Open " button is pressed the display opens automatically relea

Commercially available tools ANTENNA SYSTEM (AS) TEST DIAGRAM - AD82.62-P-2000-02D Model 163 Test diagram for FM/AM radio/amplifier Model 163: Fig.

DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS, LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM (LS) - AD82.62-P-2001-01A Fig. 134: Identifying Electrical Connecting Set (201 589 00 99 00) Commercially availab

COUPLING ASSIGNMENT ON RADIO FOR LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM (LS) - AD82.62-P-2001-02A All MB radios Coupling B Fig. 135: Identifying Coupling Assignment On

MODEL 163 with CODE (257a) Radio ML 5 except CODE (491) U.S. version MODEL 168, 208 with MB radio AM AND FM WAVE BANDS, DIAGNOSIS, FUNCTION CHECK, A

LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM (LS) DIAGNOSIS, FUNCTION CHECK - AD82.62-P-3001A MODEL all with MB radio SPEAKER SYSTEM (LSA) DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING - AD82.62-

MODEL 163 with CODE (491) U.S. version with CODE (259) Radio Premium with Bose sound systemMODEL 163 with CODE (259a) Radio ML 10 with sound system ex

Fig. 136: Radio Frequency Connecting Line, Antenna System (AS) Electrical System Test VOLTAGE SUPPLY, ANTENNA SYSTEM (AS) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TEST - AD8

Fig. 138: FM/AM Amplifier Power Consumption, Antenna System (AS) Electrical System Test FM/AM AMPLIFIER GROUND CONNECTION, ANTENNA SYSTEM (AS) ELECTRI

AMPLIFIER CONTROL MODULE TEST ELECTRICS LSA - AD82.62-P-6001-01C Model 163 with sound system  Fuses OK  Radio in order  No damage to the rear wi

Fig. 139: Amplifier Control Module Test Electrics LSA AMPLIFIER CONTROL MODULE TEST ELECTRICS LSA - AD82.62-P-6001-01D Model 163 with sound system Fi

By pressing the multifunction key" Side " the side of the CC can be changed. This is indicated on the display by" Side 1 " or"

Fig. 142: Speaker Test Electrics LSA SPEAKER TEST ELECTRICS LSA - AD82.62-P-6001-02P Models 163 /168 Fig. 143: Speaker Test Electrics LSA SPEAKER TES

Fig. 145: Speaker Test Electrics LSA SPEAKER TEST ELECTRICS LSA - AD82.62-P-6001-02T Model 163 with sound system Fig. 146: Speaker Test Electrics LSA

SPEAKER TEST ELECTRICS LSA - AD82.62-P-6001-02VModel 163 with sound system Fig. 148: Speaker Test Electrics LSA LS TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BASE SPE

SPEAKER SYSTEM (LSA) TEST ELECTRICS - AD82.62-P-6001E MODEL 163 with CODE (491) U.S. version with CODE (259) Radio Premium with Bose sound system MOD

CD PLAYER WITH CHANGER (CDC) DIAGNOSIS, CONTENTS - AD82.64-P-1000AZ MODEL 124,163,168, 202, 208, 210 with CODE (819) 6-disk CD changer in trunk MODEL

Special tools Fig. 150: Identifying Electrical Connection Set (201 589 00 99 00) Commercially available tools CD PLAYER WITH CHANGER CONNECTIONS - AD

CD PLAYER WITH CHANGER (CDC) DIAGNOSIS, FUNCTION CHECK - AD82.64-P-3000A MODEL 124,163,168, 202, 208, 210 with CODE (819) 6-disk CD changer in trunk

CD PLAYER WITH CHANGER (CDC) DIAGNOSIS, TROUBLESHOOTING - AD82.64-P-5000A MODEL 124,163,168, 202, 208, 210 with CODE (819) 6-disk CD changer in trunk

Fig. 152: Voltage Supply, Testing Electrical System, CD Changer OPERATING FUNCTION, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, CD PLAYER WITH CHANGER - AD82.64-P-6000

TESTING & REPAIR TESTING AND REPAIR WORK: PASSENGER CARS: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BODY - AR82.00-Z-9163AA MODEL 163  Battery voltage 1114 V  Fuses

Audio 30 APS block diagram in navigation modeFig. 87: Audio 30 APS In Navigation Mode Block Diagram The location of the vehicle as well as the directi

Remove/install headlamp unitMODEL 163.113/128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175AR82.10-P-4730GH Remove/install side wall taillampMODEL 163 AR82.10-P-49

rain sensor with CODE (345a) Rain sensor 7700GH Removing and installing washer fluid reservoir of windshield washer systemMODEL 163.113/128 /136 /154

REMOVING AND INSTALLING BULBS OF HEADLAMP UNIT - AR82.10-P-1201GH MODEL 163.113 /136 /154 /172 /174 up to 31.8.01rear doors Remove, install AM/FM amp

Fig. 153: Identifying Headlamp Unit Bulbs Components REMOVE/INSTALL FOG LAMP BULB - AR82.10-P-1825GH Remove/install 1 Open hood and raise to ver

MODEL 163.113/128/1 /154 /157 /172 /175 with CODE (U49) Styling package MODEL 163.174 Fig. 154: Identifying Fog Lamp Components Remove/install

Fig. 155: Identifying Longitudinal Wedge (115 589 03 59 00) REMOVE/INSTALL FOG LAMP BULB - AR82.10-P-1825GI MODELS 163.113 #A as of 289565, 163.113 #X

MODELS 163.154 /172 /113 with CODE (612b) Xenon headlamp unitMODELS 163.174/175/128/157 Fig. 157: Identifying Headlight Beam Adjustment Control Modul

REMOVE/INSTALL ELECTRIC HEADLAMP RANGE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR - AR82.10-P-4082GH MODEL 163.154 /172 /113 with CODE (612) Xenon headlamp unit MODEL 163.174/

REMOVE/INSTALL XENON HEADLAMP CONTROL UNIT - AR82.10-P-4632GH MODEL 163.113 #X up to 754619, 163.113 /154 #A up to 289564, 163.172 with CODE (612) Xen

headlamp unit MODEL 163.174 #A up to 289564 Fig. 159: Identifying Xenon Headlamp Control Unit Components Remove/install Risk of death caused

The navigation processor continuously calculates the location of the vehicle with the aid of the following procedures:  GPS location finding  Basic

Fig. 160: Identifying Long Wedge (115 589 03 59 00) REMOVE/INSTALL XENON HEADLAMP CONTROL UNIT - AR82.10-P-4632GI MODEL 163.113 #X as of 754620, 163.1

NAVIGATION MODE, FUNCTION - GF82.85-P-2012GH MODEL 163 Fig. 88: COMAND Navigation System Block Diagram Function The navigation system is integrated

Note in Navi-CD screen : "Please insert Navi-CD type DX " Destination entry Destination input is performed menu-guided on the operating un

COMAND continuously calculates the location of the vehicle with the aid of the following procedures: GPS position finding  Basic position finding (

NAVIGATION MODE, FUNCTION - GF82.85-P-2012GI MODEL 163 as of 1.9.01 with CODE (522) Modular control system (MCS) radio USA with CODE (357) Navigation

The navigation system can be activated by pressing the" NAVI " button on the control module.A navigation processor with CD drive for the dig

 Address  Junction (intersection)  Selecting hotel, church or point of interest  Direct entry on map (map cursor)  Calling up stored destinat

The digital components of the radio and navigation unit (A2/56) are interlinked via the digital data bus ( D2B ). Control data, audio signals and othe

 MUTE multifunction key Muting voice output.  MAP multifunction key Changing between map display and direction arrow display Pressing the "Cle

 GPS G lobal P ositioning S ystem. Satellite-supported system for precise positioning and navigation. At present 26 satellites are in operation orbit

Fig. 90: MCS Voice Output Block Diagram The navigation system guidance feature is supported significantly by voice output . The voice data was origina

reduces the level of the audio signal until the specified volume interval is reached again. The volume of the audio signal is then again increased aft

(A2/56) . A new request is selected in the basic screen " SVC ":  "Send New Request for Info Service " or optionally:  "Vi

Fig. 92: Connection Schematic Between Vehicle And Center Via Mobile Telephone System concept of information service: The vehicle owner determines his

ANTENNA SPLITTER, LOCATION - GF82.85-P-3107-01BModel 163 with code 353 Fig. 93: Identifying Antenna Splitter Location It is possible to connect a GS

Fig. 94: Identifying CTEL And GPS Antenna Splitter Design A GSM cellular telephone can be connected by means of a coaxial cable to the non-designated

The CTEL and GPS antenna splitter (A2/57) has the following functions: Separating the receiving signals from the CTEL and GPS roof antenna (A2/49) :

MODEL 163 up to 31.8.01 Location of component Fig. 96: Identifying Antenna Splitter Components Location MODULAR CONTROL SYSTEM (MCS) SURVEY OF SYSTE

CONTENTS, FUNCTION DESCRIPTION OF COCKPIT MANAGEMENT AND DATA SYSTEM (COMAND) - GF82.85-P-0997GHZ MODEL 163 Global positioning system location find

OVERVIEW OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS FOR COCKPIT MANAGEMENT AND DATA SYSTEM (COMAND ), LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.85-P-9997GHZ MODEL 163 E-CALL BA

Fig. 97: Identifying E-Call Backup Antenna Location SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BODY - AS82.00-Z-9999ZZ MODEL all E-Ca

RISK OF DEATH, RISK OF EXPLOSION/RISK OF FIRE, RISK OF INJURY & RISK OF POISONING - AS82.10-Z-0001-01A Do not come into contact with parts that ar

Risk of explosion/risk of fire Highly flammable materials in the vicinity of damaged, energized xenon bulbs may result in explosion or cause fires. R

First aid measures Electrical shock  Switch off current, bring injured person to safety.  Immediately notify an emergency physician.  Perform m

 Consult a physician immediately. Always consult a medical service or physician after administering first aid. INJURY HAZARD FROM PINCHING AND CRUS

WINDSHIELD WASHER WATER RESERVOIR LEAKY - AF82.35-P-4043Bheadlamps and glass splinters from broken xenon bulbs Risk of poisoning caused by inhaling me

MODEL 163.113/136/154/172 With 5 L reservoirINSTALLING SOUND SYSTEM JUMPER HARNESS - AF82.60-P-1010-01AG 1. Insert sound system jumper harness through

Fig. 99: Identifying Female Amplifier Connector, Cable Tie And Harness Clip 6. Cut slot in insulation to access sound system amplifier (A2/13) electri

MODEL 163 with CODE (259) Radio Premium with Bose sound systemParts ordering notes PROGRAM CHANGE ALTHOUGH RDS [RADIO DATA SYSTEM] AND REGIONALIZATION

SWITCH ON/OFF BEHAVIOR, FUNCTION - GF82.85-P-2006B MODEL 163, 168, 170, 203.0 /2 /7, 208, 209.3 /4, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS ON/off character

INTERMITTENT INTERRUPTIONS OF RADIO RECEPTION IN RDS MODE - AF82.60-P-1101A MODELS 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (756a) MB radio Audio 10 RDS with C

AM RADIO RECEPTION DIFFICULTIES - AF82.60-P-6005A MODEL 163.136 /154 /172 ## up to 146760 Revisions %.  Range of radio remote control for central l

CDS AND DVDS ARE NOT EJECTED - AF82.60-P-6061A MODEL 129, 140, 163, 168, 170, 171, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230, 414, 463 Modification

temperatures causing the label to become wavy (see arrows) or the CD/DVD to deform. In both cases, the CDs/DVDs can get stuck and damage to the drive

Fig. 101: Identifying Waves On CD Label GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) MALFUNCTION - AF82.61-P-6010A MODEL 163.113 /136 /154 /172 /174 #A as of 14527

Fig. 102: Identifying GPS Rear Antenna Components Parts ordering notes TELEPHONE CALL INTERRUPTED - AF82.70-P-1009A MODEL 129, 163, 168, 170, 171, 202

LOSS OF SOUND IN COMAND SYSTEM AND/OR TELEPHONE NOT FUNCTIONING - AF82.70-P-1090A MODEL 163, 203, 208, 209, 210, 215, 220, 230, 463 with CODE (853) MB

MODEL 129, 163, 168, 170, 202, 203, 208, 210, 211, 215, 220 with CODE (380) Preinstallation for MB phone "CTEL", complete with CODE (382) MB

Parts ordering notes 1.7.00 with CODE (854) MB portable CTEL MODEL 208.3 as of 1.7.00 with CODE (854) MB portable CTELAR82.70-P-7379EA Insert in

COMAND OPERATING AND DISPLAY SYSTEM SCREEN REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING ENGINE - AF82.85-P-2001A MODEL 163, 203, 208, 210, 215, 220, 230, 463 with CODE

The data on the current navigation are stored for 12 hours after the radio (A2) is switched off. SWITCH-ON/OFF CHARACTERISTICS, FUNCTION - GF82.85-P-2

Parts ordering notes ERROR IN COMAND OPERATING AND DISPLAY SYSTEM - AF82.85-P-6000-01B Error patterns for COMAND update CD 10/2001. The service updat

 The personal symbols on the map are not updated during active guidance.  Voice control does not react to commands  Occasionally no sound (durati

The date or the version of the currently stored software and the software on the CD appears in the display. By pressing the right knob the download

Parts ordering notes AUDIO SYSTEM FAILS TO MUTE WHEN INCOMING PHONE CALLS RECEIVED - AF82.85-P-6010A MODEL 163.113 /154 /172 /174 #A as of 221506 up t

Parts ordering notes NAVIGATION SYSTEM ERRONEOUS OR NO GUIDANCE - AF82.85-P-6061A MODEL 163, 168, 170, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230, 414, 46

MCS MALFUNCTION - OCCASIONAL FAILURE OF STARGUIDE, SOUND OR CD CHANGER. DTC'S N1111, N1112, N1116 - AF82.95-P-6002A MODEL 163.157 /174 /175 #A as

bypass mode. The E-call control module is not recognized by the D2B ring. The emergency call function is not affected, this function is INDEPENDENT o

SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM INTERIOR LIGHTS DIAGNOSIS CONTENTS - AD82.20-P-1000GHZ MODEL 163 INTERIOR LIGHTS DIAGNOSIS PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE - AD82.20-P-2000

MODEL 163 Location of components, interior lighting GF82.20-P-0002-01GH Interior lighting diagnosis, previous knowledge AD82.20-P-2000GHI Batter

INTERIOR LIGHTS DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING - AD82.20-P-5000GH MODEL 163 vehicle OFF, unlock vehicle with transmitter key.and front reading lamp) (E15/

When the rotary knob is actuated in the switched-on state the radio and navigation module (A2/56) can be switched off. Switch-off characteristics when

inoperative Terminal 30Interior lighting does not switch off with ignition "ON", or does not switch on with ignition "OFF"All-Acti

INTERIOR LIGHTS TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FRONT DOME LAMP - AD82.20-P-6000-01GH Fig. 103: Interior Lights Test Of Electrical System Front Dome Lamp IN

INTERIOR LIGHTS TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - AD82.20-P-6000GHMODEL 163 WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CONTENTS - AD82.30-P-1002GHZ MODEL 163 Connection and

WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE - AD82.30-P-2002GHMODEL 163 WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS OPERATIONAL CHECK - AD82.30-P-3002GH MODEL 163 Risk of

WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING - AD82.30-P-5002GH MODEL 163 Remedy 1 Tip wiping Combination switch (S4) in "Tip wiping" positionWip

Location of components, wiper systemFront screen &(GF82.30-P-0005-01GH) Rear screen &(GF82.30-P-0004-01GH) Battery voltage 11-14 V F

WIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INTERMITTENT WIPE - AD82.30-P-6002-01GH Fig. 106: Wiper System Test Of Electrical System Intermittent Wipe WIPE

Fig. 107: Wiper System Test Of Electrical System Wiper Motor WIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE WIPER RELAY - AD82.30-P-6002-03GH Fig. 10

Fig. 109: Wiper System Test Of Electrical System Washer Pump WIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE WASHER PUMP - AD82.30-P-6002-05GH Fig. 11

WIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE WIPER MOTOR - AD82.30-P-6002-08GH Fig. 112: Wiper System Test Of Electrical System Tailgate Wiper Moto

Fig. 84: MCS Telephone System Block Diagram The telephone system can be operated as follows:  directly on the radio and navigation module (A2/56) or

WIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WASHER POSITION COMBINATION SWITCH - AD82.30-P-6002-10GHWIPER SYSTEM TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - AD82.30-P-6002

RADIO (RD) DIAGNOSIS, CONTENTS - AD82.60-P-1000AZ MODEL 124, 129, 140, 163, 168, 170, 202, 208, 210 with MB radio MODEL 129, 140, 168, 170, 202, 208,

TOOLS, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-2000-01A Fig. 113: Identifying Electrical Connecting Set (201 589 00 99 00) Commercially avai

Fig. 114: Identifying Socket Connections For RadioRADIO (RD) DIAGNOSIS ADVANCED INFORMATION - AD82.60-P-2000A MODEL 124, 129, 140, 163, 168, 170, 202,

MB Radio Audio 30 RDS as of 06/98GF82.60-P-0001-02P MB Audio 30 APS radio GF82.61-P-0002-03A MB Radio Audio 10 RDS as of 07/99GF82.60-P-0001

RADIO (RD) DIAGNOSIS, FUNCTION CHECK - AD82.60-P-3000A MODEL 124, 129, 140, 163, 168, 170, 202, 208, 210 with MB radio MODEL 129, 140, 168, 170, 202,

navigation operating unit (A2/29)No readout in display Voltage supply for radio (A2) or APS radio and navigation operating unit (A2/29) AD82.60-P-600

VOLTAGE SUPPLY, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-6000-01A Fig. 115: Voltage Supply, Testing Electrical System, Radio (RD) VOLTAGE SUP

Fig. 116: Voltage Supply, Testing Electrical System, Radio (RD) LEFT FRONT LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-6000-0

LEFT REAR LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-6000-04AFig. 119: Left Rear Loudspeaker Output, Testing Electrical Syst

 Multifunction keys "NUM " and "NAME ".  Entering code The telephone can be protected against undesired use by entering a three

RADIO RECEPTION, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-6000-07A ACTUATION FOR AUTOMATIC ANTENNA, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, RADIO (RD) - A

RADIO ILLUMINATION, TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, RADIO (RD) - AD82.60-P-6000-10A Fig. 122: Radio Illumination, Testing Electrical System, Radio (RD) RAD

additionally with one individual loudspeaker.  In the event of reception faults, carry out test additionally with a separate antenna.  Switch off

CONTENTS - AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS - AD82.61-P-1001AZ MODEL 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS TOOLS - AD82.61-

Fig. 124: Identifying Adapter Cable (140 589 22 63 00) Commercially available tools RADIO AND NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR ASSIGNMENTS - AD82.61-P-2001-0

Fig. 125: Identifying Radio And Navigation Unit Connector Assignments VERSION CODING FOR RADIO AND NAVIGATION UNIT - AD82.61-P-2001-03A The table belo

AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS, BASIC KNOWLEDGE - AD82.61-P-2001A MODEL 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS Used: Tread depth less than 5 mm

AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS, FUNCTION CHECK - AD82.61-P-3001A MODEL 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS notes Audio 30 APS location of comp

remedy 1 GPS reception Vehicle outdoors under free sky Ignition: ON Radio and navigation unit (A2/56): ON Press "I" button (info). Wait a

AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS, DTC MEMORY - AD82.61-P-4002AMODELS 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APS Audio 30 APS diagnosis, previous know

If a name is not available for the stored telephone number, the display is switched over and the memory location and the telephone number are display

(A2/56) B1010 Radio and navigation unit (A2/56) switches off due to undervoltage AD82.61-P-6001-01AB1011 Radio and navigation unit (A2/56) switches o

AUDIO 30 APS DIAGNOSIS, TROUBLESHOOTING - AD82.61-P-5001A MODEL 163,168,170, 208, 210 with CODE (353) Audio 30 APSGPS antenna splitter (A2/57) or lead

Audio 30 APS operating notes GF82.61-P-0002-03A Audio 30 APS location of componentsModel 163 GF82.61-P-0002-01D Model 168 GF82.61-P-0002-01B M

RADIO AND NAVIGATION UNIT, POWER SUPPLY, CHECKING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AUDIO 30 APS - AD82.61-P-6001-01A Radio and navigation unit (A2/56)No reception o

Fig. 126: Radio And Navigation Unit, Power Supply, Checking Electrical System, Audio 30 APS HHT INTERFACE, TESTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AUDIO 30 APS -

Fig. 128: Audio 30 APS Test Of Electrical System Wheel Speed Signal REVERSE SIGNAL, TESTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AUDIO 30 APS - AD82.61-P-6001-04A 200

Fig. 129: Reverse Signal, Testing, Electrical System, Audio 30 APSAUDIO 30 APS TEST OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM GPS ANTENNA - AD82.61-P-6001-05B Fig. 130: Au

Fig. 131: Radio And Navigation Unit, Illumination, Testing, Electrical System, Audio System 30 APS AUDIO 30 APS, TESTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - AD82.61-

ANTENNA SYSTEM (AS) DIAGNOSIS, CONTENTS - AD82.62-P-1000AZ MODELS 163, 168, 202.078 /080 /083 /182 /188, 208 (except, 208.4), 202.01 /02/12 as of 1.1.

LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM (LS) DIAGNOSIS, CONTENTS - AD82.62-P-1001BZ MODEL 163 with CODE (491) U.S. version with CODE (257) Radio Hi-Line MODEL 163 with CO