Navigation and infotainment are at the heart of the modern Mercedes experience. To stay up‑to‑date and connected you need current map data, smartphone integration and fault‑free head units.

Map Updates: Online vs Manual

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How Manual Updates Work

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  2. Use the Mercedes Download Manager to copy data to a USB stick. Format to NTFS or exFAT if necessary【292803627882750†L146-L153】.
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Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

Smartphone integration turns your infotainment screen into a controller for your phone. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto let you access turn‑by‑turn navigation, music, phone calls and messages while keeping your hands on the wheel【534286315639024†L115-L124】. We activate these features on supported models and demonstrate how to use them.

Infotainment Diagnostics & Repairs

Frozen screens, reboot loops and Bluetooth pairing failures are common complaints. We scan the COMAND or MBUX head unit, amplifier, tuner and connectivity modules for faults. Guided tests help us determine whether issues are software or hardware related. We can update firmware, reset modules and advise on repairs.

Why Choose Our Infotainment Service

  • Dealer‑level tools to update maps and head unit software
  • Official activation of smartphone integration—no hacks
  • Mobile service across central Scotland
  • Transparent pricing and no upselling

Ready to Upgrade?

Contact us via our booking page for a compatibility check and quote.