- Category
- Infotainment
- Provider
- Mercedes-Benz South Africa Limited
- Note on use
- Permanently available in the vehicle following once-only activation
The presented functions are dependent on the particular vehicle model, the individual configuration and the particular market.
Smartphone Integration
Digital Extra
Transfer your personal smartphone apps to the media display in your Mercedes.
At a glance
- Connect your smartphone either with a cable or wirelessly (the availability of the wireless connection can vary depending on the model series)
- Supports Apple™ CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
- Convenient voice control
- Access to functions such as navigation, traffic information, messaging, telephony, media, IP radio and selected apps
- Optimised content visualisation on the media display
The smart way to connect your smartphone with your Mercedes
Need an address from your contacts list, want to chat or listen to music using an app? Smartphone Integration transfers your smartphone's most important apps to the media display. By cable or wirelessly – Apple™ CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ enables you to connect your smartphone to the multimedia system and make telephone calls, read emails, manage your calendar or choose an audiobook. Because that's what you're used to. Your personal smartphone apps – like almost all content – are transferred to the media display.
Your advantages at a glance
With Smartphone Integration you can effortlessly pair your smartphone with the media display for convenient access to many apps. Using the interface, you can control numerous functions in exactly the same way as you are used to on your smartphone. And things are even easier with voice control. Moreover, all content is reworked so that it is presented in the best possible way and very clearly laid out on the media display. So that nothing distracts you and you stay safe on the road at all times.
Before purchasing, please check compatibility of your smartphone with the Apple™ CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ standard. In addition to the technical requirements in the vehicle, this is essential for using Smartphone Integration. Please see the FAQ section for further details
Product information
Available for vehicles equipped with the MBUX multimedia system and the MBUX extended functions.
Notes on operation in the vehicle:
Apple™ CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ are not available in all countries. Individual functions and apps may not be available in some countries. More information about Apple™ CarPlay™ at https://www.apple.com/ios/feature-availability/#apple-carplay and about Android Auto™ at https://www.android.com/intl/en/auto/.How do I activate Smartphone Integration in the vehicle?
Please make sure that your vehicle is connected to your Mercedes-Benz account and that the vehicle's GPS reception is working. In the Mercedes-Benz Store, place the Smartphone Integration product available for your vehicle in the shopping cart and complete the order.
The vehicle's ignition must be turned off for activation. Turn the ignition on again after approximately 2 minutes. A new entry for Apple™ CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ is displayed in the "Mercedes Me & Apps" menu item of the multimedia system in your Mercedes-Benz and is available for use.
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Maintenance Management
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Telediagnosis
This Digital Extra can deliver early messages about the status and the need to replace parts or fluids.
Breakdown Management
In the event of a breakdown, you receive specific and competent support from Mercedes-Benz.
Accident & Breakdown Mgmt
Whether it's an accident or a breakdown, you will receive targeted and expert support from Mercedes-Benz.
Accident Recovery
In the event of an accident, you receive specific and competent support from Mercedes-Benz.
Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
Automatically initiates an emergency call in the event of an accident and connects you to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call centre.
Note: Everything you need for this: Create your Mercedes me ID and link your Mercedes to it, then activate the Digital Extras. Done!
It´s as simple as that
1. Mercedes me ID
Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.
2. Order and enable
Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.
3. Use
The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.
1. Mercedes me ID
Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.
2. Order and enable
Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.
3. Use
The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.