Hello, I have been watching Flexx's vids for a long time and just followed this tutorial to install the new lights that DMP has released. I do not know when they updated the kit, but I purchased it in dec 2024 and there are a few minor changes I want to say and some tips for installing that I found helpful when installing mine. 1) The new model no longer uses the steering wheel to change color and brightness - Instead you use a coding thingy that comes with the package and plug it into your OBD. You then update the car to have ambient light controls in the car system. You then change the brightness and color with the center console/ car system. (I accidentally didnt look in the box and ordered one from amazon like a dummy) 2) Flexx in his pinned comment explains how the new unit uses the door unit as the main harness and not OBD. There are a lot of people asking how to do this and theirs is not working so I would like to explain how it works. - Instead of starting with the obd port and footwell lights, I started with the driver side door panel. Idk if thats the main problem that people are facing saying its not working, but after installing it there first, All the lights worked after installing. You follow the same steps as the video starting at 11:07 and then just install the new wiring harness into the socket in position number 3 as shown at 17:10 It should work the same after that. 3) Removing and replacing the door Panels - this was kind of annoying the first time, but after doing one door the rest were super easy. First in flex's car the front speaker covers have no speaker connected, some models might have a speaker there so be careful when removing it - prying the door off is annoying and needs more force than it seems when watching the video - When putting the door panel back on, there are a few things to do that make it 100x easier or 100x harder. Second, there is a piece between the window and the door panel (it is right where the bottom of the window would touch the door). This may come off like it did when i first did it. If it came off when you removed your door panel, you can slide it off the door panel and place it back onto the door (i think it slides in vertically where the window meets the door). It will be basically impossible to put the door panel off if you do not do this. I don't know the name of the piece but its the rubber piece that touches up against the window. You'll know if it comes off. - Third, the hinge flex talks about at 12:30 that slides off. When putting the panel back on, you can try sliding the door panel back on there when placing it back, but i found it much easier to remove that sliding thing (grey thing at time stamp) connected to the door. If you pull on it it comes off and you can place that sliding clip onto the door panel and it becomes something you have to push into clip instead of something you have to slide on. Hopefully this was helpful to anyone who had any questions. I am almost done installing the light kit, just have to do the center console and footwell lights, then i have to do the passenger side dashboard trim piece! I also just upgraded the screen to an android one and I'm really happy how everything turned out. S/o Flex for making these tutorials to help me enhance my car!
Just installed mine after gettting the kit in February. After putting it off and then doing the console only months ago, I decided to do the doors today. I was defeated when i couldn’t get it to work dmp to the rescue walked me through coding it! Then boom the entire car lit up 🔥 this kit looks insane videos and pics don’t do it justice! Love it and thank you for the tutorial couldn’t have done it without you. 🎉
Sweeeeeeet!!!! No installs are smooth. Trust me. You guys don’t see me installing and taking stuff off and doing it over and over to get the right install/video shot for my videos. 🤣
Hey flex, I just want to say thank you for making this video! I have successfully installed my Ambien kit and I couldn’t have done it without your video. You’re a genius.
No where. I actually install them and try to figure it out. Then I take it off, return my car back to stock, and then I’ll make a video and reinstall the kit. People don’t realize how much work is involved but at the end of the day, I appreciate everyone who supports my content and me.
Yup. That goes for almost all the mods on my RUclips channel. I’m very analytical so I love breaking things down and figuring it out. Once in a while I’ll reach out to the supplier but most of the time it’s just me and my brain.
Hey Flexx, I really appreciate this video as I've always regretted not having this Ambient option on my c300 2017 coupe from factory. Now my wish came true and placed the order and ready to install from your knowledge!
Flexx, I have a question. DMP just told me that the door panel light strip is only available for 4 doors and not for my coupe. The coupe panel trim is a lot shorter vs. the 4 door so do you think I can cut the light strip to make it fit? What is your recommendation? Or am I going to just end up only installing the center console and foot well?
Thanks for the awesome videos! I purchased this kit because your videos are very helpful in the installation. I cant wait for the kit to arrive and install! thanks Flexx!
Thanks Flexx for the video! I'm just wondering if that the steering wheel buttons will still function as before or they'll just be for controlling the lights? And what happens if i disconnect the OBD, can i still use the app?
Buttons work the same. If you disconnect the OBD2, the entire kit won’t power on. Remember, you don’t really need to disconnect the OB2 connector because the main harness comes with a second OB2 connector if you ever wanna plug in like a code reader or something else. I’m not sure what you mean by app since these lights aren only controlled by the steering wheel buttons. There’s no app to my knowledge.
UPDATE: Looks like DMP just started shipping out a newer, better version of the kit. If you are plugging into the OBD and it’s not working, it’s because the new kit has to be attached to the door side mirror control. That’s how the light for the new kit is controlled to test the light. If you have questions, please contact DMP for support.
@@alexxcccc To confirm what you have, simply do a quick removal of your center console and see if the 2 plastic fiber tubes are installed. If you don't see them then your vehicle does not have ambient lighting.
Ahhhh...Thank you for pinning this to the top. My kit came with BOTH OBD and side mirror wire harnesses. I was doing a lot of head scratching but I figured it out once I read this. I will not be using the OBD connector (which is good. I don't like messing with that port)
Flexx, I just completed the installation. Came out perfect. Your tutorial was spot on the money, Well done!!. DMP was great in walking me through installing the new harness that connects to the mirror panel. I was able to figure it out and I could not be happier with the outcome. Thanks again for your wonderful content.
@@jacobpalo2246 DMP was super helpful. I communicated with them through whatsap. But I can help if you have any questions. What are you having trouble with?
@@Cilo_718 I need some help with that wiring harness too. There’s a pretty big time difference. Any chance I can have your what’s app and you can help me out through there?
Awesome videos Flexx! bought a w205 estate that will arrive soon and then i'll be buying the ambient front vents and Android screen with your coupon code! ;) i've been looking for many installation videos and yours are just the best on youtube!
I agree! The videos are well thought out, planned and are easy to follow. I just sub'd because I will be interested in more modifications to my GLC Coupe' and @TheFlexxGarage makes top notch guide videos. Flexx has a great speaking voice and makes learning fun. I look forward to more videos!
Can’t have it cluttered or else the RUclips keyboard warriors will start calling out everything down to the smallest crumb instead of paying attention to the content of my videos. Lol
For those with the newer lighting controlled by the side mirror button. Can you change the color while driving or is it only when the car is not running and In the acc/accessory mode?
I'm the process of searching for 2015 c300, and since you're a seasoned owner, have you had any major issues over the course of your ownership? e.g. mechanical
I got a 2015 in February. Only issue I’ve had is I had to replace both batteries. The dealership told me they were the original batteries for the car. So them lasting 5 years is pretty good. Other then that nothing. Well gas mileage has only been about 23 on average. And man I’ve been modding this car so easy. It definitely is easy to take the looks to the next level.
Do you know where I can find a video explaining how to installed this but with the newer kit? I have everything installed but can’t figure out how it gets powered without the OBD port.
You need to reach out to whoever sold you the kit. If it’s from my sponsors DMP car design, then they will be able to help. You just need to message them.
@@TheFlexxGarage I’ve found videos and have reached out to DMP. They want me a pdf with some instructions. But I just can’t get the motorsure OBD to connect on my w205. Did you have any issue?
Do you have a video for the new style DMP kit which connects to the side mirror controls? Or do you know of an installer in the San Francisco Bay area?
On the website, it has the 3/12 color ambient light upgrade that can be controlled by the original console. Is this for any w205 and will it require some sort of unlocking to make it work with original console or should we stick to the 64 ambient light like yours? Seems like the prices doesn't change with any of those options.
So is the center console, and doors all part of the $160 on their website? Want to make sure I get the right one since that is all I am looking for but the price seems cheap for all 3 of those.
Hi Flexx, have you looked at changing the lighting around the seat adjustment in the door panels, the steering wheel button illumination and lighting in the panels above the driver's head please? In my 2017 C43 they're a horrible yellow colour and I'd love to change them, just can't find a kit out there to do it. Thanks
Thanks mate, I will keep an eye on DMP Designs and your videos in the hope something is released. Great channel by the way, I've ordered the Android screen based on your recommendationand your video has given me the confidence to do the work myself. Thanks
Flexx one more question. Is the ambient light only controlled on the steering? Can it not be controlled on the head until where the original lights are controlled?
@@TheFlexxGarage thanks. I just saw some of the other comments posted about this with people asking for guidance or a video like the one you did. Will ask DMP before ordering.
Hey, so if you install the doors and put the main harnass plug in the obd port will it be fine? Like is it only a obd port there or do you also need to connect another cable underneath the steering wheel?
Hello. I have a question did you change the led inside the cup holder and the small leds on the top roof near the sunglass storage or you keep the original? I mean how you get there 64 colors? Thank you!
Hi, I've purchased this kit in my W205 2015 C Class, however when plugged into the OBD2 port its not lighting up? Any ideas?? Anyone having the same issues?
Idk about anyone else, but DMP helped me out and for my car I had to be sent a coding OBD plug and a different main harness and when it arrived, DMP walked me through the process via WeChat and WhatsApp of unlocking the factory ambient lighting menu and that is how I am now able to control all of my lights. Hope this helps
How were you able to change all 63 colors? I have the same car did you have to replace the original monitor or just scroll through the 3 stock ambient lighting colors
You can. You go to the link in the video description, select your car, and select what your car already came with and DMP will send you the proper kit. If you have a questions, reach out to them directly.
So I'm having a bit of an issue with this product. I did as you did by testing the footwell lights and nothing turned on. Check and replaced the OBD2 fuse which looked fine, tested for continuity between the OBD2 harness and lights and it does exist, tested the lights using ground and 5v and they do turn on. My issue now being that it hasn't ever turned on when I plug it into the OBD2 port.
So glad I found your videos. I’ll be getting this done to my car next. But question - do the lights stay on the color you made it last time you were in the car, or always start at a certain color? For example if I changed them to red yesterday when I drove the car, and then started my car today are they still red or back to what they start at? Thanks in advance :)
hey felxx, hope you're doing good. Thanks for step by step instruciton man it's really cool. so after watching your vidoe, I went ahead and bought and received ambient light kit for my glc (which shares same interior with w205) but DMP actually sent me different version (they say its newer version). It doesnt have OBD port but I have to tap the wires to ACC to get power for center console ambient and footwell light. Can you a make video for it? or tell me how its done? like where to find acc and stuff. Looks like DMP cant really help on that. im just not familiar with wiring and i dont wanna mess up my car's wiring. kinda frustrated to receive a product different from your video. thank you
Nice video but quick question.Do you plug the door light wire harness to the main harness?If yes how do you route the cable from the door to thr main harnessr
I didn't show any routing in the video because there's none needed. As clearly explained when I laid out all the part, it's wireless. Each part of the kit only needs a power source and thats it. They all talk to each other wirelessly.
I have a 2015 c63s with ambient lighting integrated, but want to make it brighter and potentially add the amg dash piece. Would this be a lot brighter? And do you think it will integrate with the stock lighting unit control? Let me know please brother!
Will this work in a 2017 AMG C63S? I already have the ambient lighting that came with the car but it only has 3 colors, not 64 colors like the ambient lighting that comes in the 2019+ AMG c63 models
Probably cause you have a different kit. Cause there’s kits that are controlled using the side mirror control. But you would know if you had that kit when you installed it.
Omg! Thx for this 5 video Episode! Just one question maybe you can help i have a coupe w205 shift no automatic will it be mostlye the same steps or it will not fit. Thx for you time!
no...the main harness plugs into an OBD2...but it has a copy of the original port on the other end of the harness so you can still connect anything to it.
Hi Flexx i bought a 64 colors upgrade kit...but my w205 2019 dont have any oem ambient lights ..I install anyways but what part i need for change color and cotrol them..thanks in advance from San Juan PR ...I saw all your videos ...keep do it
Each kit is different. Mine is like 2 years old. They don’t sell my style kit anymore. I heard the new kits use the driver side mirror control to control the lights or another kit can use the cars screen to control the lights. You need to contact whoever sold you the kit and ask them for support. If you bought from my sponsors at DMP car design, they can help you out if you contact them. All their info is in the video description.
Did you manage to get this installed and working? I’m trying to work out if it’s even possible for these kits to work if the car didn’t come with any ambient lighting to start with
I've done the center consol it was aviable from another brand I control it by the light of the dash.. Do you know flexx if this set is also aviable for the coupe version? And I also saw the turning lightning speakers at Ali express but on the description it always says you need to have a new c class and also ambilight, so if you don't have ambilight from faktory it will not work :( I wanted those speakers too, but it was a nice video good effort on this
@@frenkgugashi9960 Not on the rear seats and the Aluminium panel on the door is shorter on the coupe so the glued on light would not fit because it is to long for the coupe
Hello, I have a question: What is the name of the main wire harness that connects to the obd2 port located at the front of the car? I want to buy it, but I don’t know where or how I want to buy it. I hope you answer my question.❤❤❤
Coooool coooool 👍👍 I hef just 3 colors blue orange with original 😓 i juste replaced the 4 light's onder the feets en back under the chairs wit 4 colors strips led wit contrôle ,I plug it in the usb you see nothing from the cables 😉 . Coooool job flexx professionnel 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hi, is there any way I can get ride of the steering wheel buttons back how they used to be, like once I set my lights it can go back to its original function???
You need to press the back button on left side and buttons on the right side to change colors and brightnes. Without pressing back button they will work as normal. I think.
Thanks for the video Flexx! I got one but i haven't installed it yet. Please tell me there is a way to hide the ODB connection... I don't want to leave the new ODB plug hanging there all the time. Did you tuck everything up above the foot well trim?
Hey flexx, do your footwell lights actually look super bright in person? Because mine look even brighter than the middle counsel lights . Maybe i was supposed to point the led part away from the floor? Wish me luck on doing all the doors tomorrow! 😬
Hey Flex love the videos. I have a 2016 CLA250 and would love to put these lights in my car along with a lot of other things you have done as well. i’m going to look into this immediately and see what I can do to my car.
Flex I’ve got the 2017 C250 w205 and it has the ambient lighting from factory ( 3 colours ) there in the same place you’ve installed yours, but there not very bright at all, would I have to replace mine with the same kit you’ve installed to make mine bright like yours ? Or can I just replace the transformer drive ??
No. But dmp doesn’t ship kits with steering controls anymore. They have a new kit where you can plug in an OBD2 reader to your car and program the screen to have digital controls on the screen. Pretty cool.
This looks great but I want to clarify. Does this not work through the main car system using the console wheel selector like oem? And also it's forever plugged into the obd2 spot or just for intial setup/testing?
As shown in the video, the steering wheel buttons control the lights. This is not an OEM kit and was not designed to work with the OEM controls hence why it cost much less than getting a real OEM kit installed. And the OBD2 connection is required but if you look at the harness, it comes with an extra OBD2 port to attach other items to it while it’s already plugged into the cars OBD2. It does not cause any issues or drains the battery when car is parked.
Hi Thank you very much for your vidéos il love them I have a w205 2016 2 Doors with mercedes ambient light kit preinstalled but with 3 colors, and very bad intensity. Can i install the 64 colors kit whenever i have already the 3 colors kit? Thank you very much for your answer
It’s possible. Just contact DMP and tell them your situation and they can recommend a kit for you. And you can still use my “Flexx” discount code too. Just mention it to them.
I dont get it. I have a Mercedes C63s Coupé 2017. If I click on the same things that you said in your description, I come to 0.99$. But I think that is not right. I have the normal ambient lightning with 3 colors (blue, white, orange). Can you help me? I hardly understand the option that I need to click.
Hi i own a c43 2018 and i love that car it’s perfect but i don’t like the ambient lights inside i have a s550 2014 and it was amazing anw do they ship to canada?
I have the new unit and I have read comments to use the side mirrors. I am hitting all the buttons on the side mirror but no change. What is the combination you use to get them to brighten and change colors?
Hi Flexx - the ambient light one of my doors is one color off from the rest of the car. Do you have any idea what might be wrong or how to reset it? I followed your videos to install and they were amazing!
That happened to me but that was after like years of use. My issue was the control box was defective and I needed a new one. If you bought from DMP, they should be able to replace one for you or give you solution. You just need to contact them. Also, sometimes if 1 or more the little wires connected to the light strip is broken…that will screw with the colors. It needs all 3 or 4 little wires to work perfect for the RGB colors to work properly.
Hi! Real nice video! Actually sitting here rightnow trying to get it fixed! The problem is that not even the first step with the OBD is working! You got any ideas? And Happy new year
I looked into it months ago. It's not worth it. Will cost $1000-$1500...for what, just to make my gauges digital? without any added features?...yeah, no thanks. I'd take a $500 android screen anyday that doesn't just replace my radio...but adds a boatload of features you'll never get in the stock screen.
Flexx Alexander fair call man, where would you get a digital cluster from though, any leads? - I also just ordered the android screen. I’ll tag you on IG when I install it! Thanks again!
Hi, 1 very important question. How do you connect the control module of the door ambient lighting to the main control module you installed in the footwell?
I’ve got 3 colours lights in my w205 class but want 64 can I just change the box or do I have to change everything ? Also wanted to get the air vents as well
It’s part of the kit. I mentioned that in the video. I just didn’t bother to install them. And there’s 3 other videos in this ambient series of videos.
this was totally great, I have lights in my car but they're not installed and people are able to step on them. They're nothing like those lights in your car, but they do change colors. Now I was wondering would you install a kit on my car? I have a C300 2016. And I will be just happy if you were able to install my lights. How much do you charge?
Sorry. I’m a video creator not a public mechanic. But I can recommend a shop in my area (Massachusetts) that can do everything I’ve done in my videos and more. Boston Mechanics LLC out of Natick Mass. Tell them Flexx sent you.
great video bro, and explained very well. would you also make a video where you do a c class w205 with 3 colors ambient light on 64 colors. that would be cool 😊
Hello, I have been watching Flexx's vids for a long time and just followed this tutorial to install the new lights that DMP has released. I do not know when they updated the kit, but I purchased it in dec 2024 and there are a few minor changes I want to say and some tips for installing that I found helpful when installing mine.
1) The new model no longer uses the steering wheel to change color and brightness
- Instead you use a coding thingy that comes with the package and plug it into your OBD. You then update the car to have ambient light controls in the car system. You then change the brightness and color with the center console/ car system. (I accidentally didnt look in the box and ordered one from amazon like a dummy)
2) Flexx in his pinned comment explains how the new unit uses the door unit as the main harness and not OBD. There are a lot of people asking how to do this and theirs is not working so I would like to explain how it works.
- Instead of starting with the obd port and footwell lights, I started with the driver side door panel. Idk if thats the main problem that people are facing saying its not working, but after installing it there first, All the lights worked after installing. You follow the same steps as the video starting at 11:07 and then just install the new wiring harness into the socket in position number 3 as shown at 17:10 It should work the same after that.
3) Removing and replacing the door Panels
- this was kind of annoying the first time, but after doing one door the rest were super easy. First in flex's car the front speaker covers have no speaker connected, some models might have a speaker there so be careful when removing it
- prying the door off is annoying and needs more force than it seems when watching the video
- When putting the door panel back on, there are a few things to do that make it 100x easier or 100x harder. Second, there is a piece between the window and the door panel (it is right where the bottom of the window would touch the door). This may come off like it did when i first did it. If it came off when you removed your door panel, you can slide it off the door panel and place it back onto the door (i think it slides in vertically where the window meets the door). It will be basically impossible to put the door panel off if you do not do this. I don't know the name of the piece but its the rubber piece that touches up against the window. You'll know if it comes off.
- Third, the hinge flex talks about at 12:30 that slides off. When putting the panel back on, you can try sliding the door panel back on there when placing it back, but i found it much easier to remove that sliding thing (grey thing at time stamp) connected to the door. If you pull on it it comes off and you can place that sliding clip onto the door panel and it becomes something you have to push into clip instead of something you have to slide on.
Hopefully this was helpful to anyone who had any questions. I am almost done installing the light kit, just have to do the center console and footwell lights, then i have to do the passenger side dashboard trim piece! I also just upgraded the screen to an android one and I'm really happy how everything turned out. S/o Flex for making these tutorials to help me enhance my car!
New pinned 😎🤙🏽
Just installed mine after gettting the kit in February. After putting it off and then doing the console only months ago, I decided to do the doors today. I was defeated when i couldn’t get it to work dmp to the rescue walked me through coding it! Then boom the entire car lit up 🔥 this kit looks insane videos and pics don’t do it justice! Love it and thank you for the tutorial couldn’t have done it without you. 🎉
Sweeeeeeet!!!! No installs are smooth. Trust me. You guys don’t see me installing and taking stuff off and doing it over and over to get the right install/video shot for my videos. 🤣
@@TheFlexxGarage man I almost wanted to make a video since there isn’t many out there! I definitely didn’t know I had to code it through WeChat
Yeah I just got the new kit. I’m going to be installing it and making a video since a lot of people have questions.
@@TheFlexxGarageyes please I’m about to order the kit now and your videos are like install cheat codes
I’m very confused on how to do the rear doors.
Should have shown it on the video also
Hey flex, I just want to say thank you for making this video! I have successfully installed my Ambien kit and I couldn’t have done it without your video. You’re a genius.
Awesome!!!
@@TheFlexxGarage BTW, where do you originally get all of the information for install for your content?
No where. I actually install them and try to figure it out. Then I take it off, return my car back to stock, and then I’ll make a video and reinstall the kit. People don’t realize how much work is involved but at the end of the day, I appreciate everyone who supports my content and me.
@@TheFlexxGarage you just figure it out? 😳 Genius 💪🏻
Yup. That goes for almost all the mods on my RUclips channel. I’m very analytical so I love breaking things down and figuring it out. Once in a while I’ll reach out to the supplier but most of the time it’s just me and my brain.
Hey Flexx, I really appreciate this video as I've always regretted not having this Ambient option on my c300 2017 coupe from factory. Now my wish came true and placed the order and ready to install from your knowledge!
Flexx, I have a question. DMP just told me that the door panel light strip is only available for 4 doors and not for my coupe. The coupe panel trim is a lot shorter vs. the 4 door so do you think I can cut the light strip to make it fit? What is your recommendation? Or am I going to just end up only installing the center console and foot well?
Thanks for the awesome videos! I purchased this kit because your videos are very helpful in the installation. I cant wait for the kit to arrive and install! thanks Flexx!
Thanks Flexx for the video!
I'm just wondering if that the steering wheel buttons will still function as before or they'll just be for controlling the lights?
And what happens if i disconnect the OBD, can i still use the app?
Buttons work the same.
If you disconnect the OBD2, the entire kit won’t power on. Remember, you don’t really need to disconnect the OB2 connector because the main harness comes with a second OB2 connector if you ever wanna plug in like a code reader or something else. I’m not sure what you mean by app since these lights aren only controlled by the steering wheel buttons. There’s no app to my knowledge.
@@TheFlexxGarage oh i thought there was an app also, anyway thank you so much for the info and the video
Keep on the hard work
This is the video I have been looking for since 2015 , thank you man👍🏽👍🏽
hope it was detailed enough since most of the junk videos out there don't really go into every step.
UPDATE: Looks like DMP just started shipping out a newer, better version of the kit. If you are plugging into the OBD and it’s not working, it’s because the new kit has to be attached to the door side mirror control. That’s how the light for the new kit is controlled to test the light. If you have questions, please contact DMP for support.
hi, just wanted to ask if my car already has 3 colors do I have to add no ambient ligthing when ordering?
I’m not sure. I say ask DMP so you can get the right kit.
@@alexxcccc To confirm what you have, simply do a quick removal of your center console and see if the 2 plastic fiber tubes are installed. If you don't see them then your vehicle does not have ambient lighting.
Ahhhh...Thank you for pinning this to the top. My kit came with BOTH OBD and side mirror wire harnesses. I was doing a lot of head scratching but I figured it out once I read this. I will not be using the OBD connector (which is good. I don't like messing with that port)
Yo. Where is the door side mirror control. No clear Instalation.
I don't even own a C Class but was waiting for this.
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No cap 🤣
u have no idea how happy i am i found this channel😂 just got my first car(similar c300) n this dude gonna help me so much😂
Welcome aboard!
Alex honestly you are my hero. I was starting to give up on my c43 until I found your channel. Thank you and keep up the good work. 🙏
Wow, thanks!
Flexx, I just completed the installation. Came out perfect. Your tutorial was spot on the money, Well done!!. DMP was great in walking me through installing the new harness that connects to the mirror panel. I was able to figure it out and I could not be happier with the outcome. Thanks again for your wonderful content.
Nice. I can’t wait to get my new harness. Having it controlled from that side mirror knob is soooo much better.
@cilo4561 hey do you have any help on how to wire the mirror version I just received it and have no idea how it set it up
@@jacobpalo2246 DMP was super helpful. I communicated with them through whatsap. But I can help if you have any questions. What are you having trouble with?
@@Cilo_718 I need some help with that wiring harness too. There’s a pretty big time difference. Any chance I can have your what’s app and you can help me out through there?
@@TheFlexxGarage will you be making a video on how to install the new harness?
Man I been waiting on this one. Good shit brotha
Bro Iv been tryna find a guide like this for a year ever since I got my 2019 w205 you da 🐐 post this on the forums people are dying for a tutorial
I don’t belong to the forum. You are more than welcome to share with them.
Flexx Alexander I gotchu Brodie
Long awaited my man! Thank you! Im gonna get my W205 in the winter or early 2021, and will defs be using your vid.
Going slightly viral on tiktok for installing these. Sending everyone to this video. You helped soooo much
Thanks! Glad it helped. Wished I went viral as well…lol…but I don’t really do a lot on TikTok. 😔
Sick bro! Thank you for your time man, a lot of us appreciate it!
Omg! I got my w205 yesterday & I find out about your channel today so happy I did! Your car is looking great bro 💯💯
I been subbed to you even though I had a E class. Now I’m going thorough the videos again as I just got a GLC.
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Awesome job Flexx... Nice work Flexx. You got me thinking now... Thanks for all your hard work on these videos bro!!
Definitely wasn't easy to shoot, install, and edit but I'm glad people like it and appreciate it.
Air vent installation video explanation!Excellent!
There are 64 color changes several specifications.
Awesome videos Flexx! bought a w205 estate that will arrive soon and then i'll be buying the ambient front vents and Android screen with your coupon code! ;) i've been looking for many installation videos and yours are just the best on youtube!
Nice! Congrats!!! And I appreciate the kind words. I always try my best with my videos. Hope you keep enjoying them!
I agree! The videos are well thought out, planned and are easy to follow. I just sub'd because I will be interested in more modifications to my GLC Coupe' and @TheFlexxGarage makes top notch guide videos. Flexx has a great speaking voice and makes learning fun. I look forward to more videos!
Really appreciate these videos on the W205. Subscribed!
Love how immaculately clean your car is in the videos.
Can’t have it cluttered or else the RUclips keyboard warriors will start calling out everything down to the smallest crumb instead of paying attention to the content of my videos. Lol
hey will you do an updated version with the new side mirror controls
I have just bought 4 door cards with original ambient light, do you know how to activate?
For those with the newer lighting controlled by the side mirror button. Can you change the color while driving or is it only when the car is not running and In the acc/accessory mode?
I'm the process of searching for 2015 c300, and since you're a seasoned owner, have you had any major issues over the course of your ownership? e.g. mechanical
I got a 2015 in February. Only issue I’ve had is I had to replace both batteries. The dealership told me they were the original batteries for the car. So them lasting 5 years is pretty good. Other then that nothing. Well gas mileage has only been about 23 on average. And man I’ve been modding this car so easy. It definitely is easy to take the looks to the next level.
Dont get it, wrist pins.
@@skeet4586 wrist pin is only for 2015 dont spred bullshit around here lil man
Awesome video man, really happy this kit exists!
How did you connect the controller of the doors with the main controller?
Do you know where I can find a video explaining how to installed this but with the newer kit? I have everything installed but can’t figure out how it gets powered without the OBD port.
You need to reach out to whoever sold you the kit. If it’s from my sponsors DMP car design, then they will be able to help. You just need to message them.
@@TheFlexxGarage I’ve found videos and have reached out to DMP. They want me a pdf with some instructions. But I just can’t get the motorsure OBD to connect on my w205. Did you have any issue?
Flexx You think I run my AMR tune and this ambient lighting through a Y splitter for my OBD2 without it making the ecu requests too messy?
Do you have a video for the new style DMP kit which connects to the side mirror controls? Or do you know of an installer in the San Francisco Bay area?
Had you figure out how to install this new version, i also got something like that.
Hey I'm from the bay area as well, let me know if you installed it or not! I can help!
@@joserobertogallegossanteli7248 did you ever figure it out ?
On the website, it has the 3/12 color ambient light upgrade that can be controlled by the original console. Is this for any w205 and will it require some sort of unlocking to make it work with original console or should we stick to the 64 ambient light like yours? Seems like the prices doesn't change with any of those options.
You need to message DMP or chat with their customer support team on that question.
I've been waiting for this video for a long time now
So is the center console, and doors all part of the $160 on their website? Want to make sure I get the right one since that is all I am looking for but the price seems cheap for all 3 of those.
Hi Flexx, have you looked at changing the lighting around the seat adjustment in the door panels, the steering wheel button illumination and lighting in the panels above the driver's head please? In my 2017 C43 they're a horrible yellow colour and I'd love to change them, just can't find a kit out there to do it. Thanks
I know what you mean...its somewhat of an eye sore. I haven't seen anything available for it yet.
Thanks mate, I will keep an eye on DMP Designs and your videos in the hope something is released. Great channel by the way, I've ordered the Android screen based on your recommendationand your video has given me the confidence to do the work myself. Thanks
Damn thank u bro saw the old video u had on interior lighting wasn’t for me but this one def is gonna do this soon on mine
This is night and day. It’s almost like OEM. Much cleaner install by far since it’s not a universal kit.
had it installed for 3 didnt know how to change colors...thnx flex
Flexx one more question. Is the ambient light only controlled on the steering? Can it not be controlled on the head until where the original lights are controlled?
The new kits DMP is selling is control by the side mirror control. They might have a kit you can control using the head unit but you need to ask them.
@@TheFlexxGarage thanks. I just saw some of the other comments posted about this with people asking for guidance or a video like the one you did. Will ask DMP before ordering.
Hey, so if you install the doors and put the main harnass plug in the obd port will it be fine? Like is it only a obd port there or do you also need to connect another cable underneath the steering wheel?
What does a installation like this typically cost ?
Hello. I have a question did you change the led inside the cup holder and the small leds on the top roof near the sunglass storage or you keep the original? I mean how you get there 64 colors? Thank you!
Hi, I've purchased this kit in my W205 2015 C Class, however when plugged into the OBD2 port its not lighting up? Any ideas?? Anyone having the same issues?
SAME HERE ... JUST TRIED IT TODAY AND ITS NOT LIGHTING UP
Same issue here as well, waiting for DMP response.
@@gavinfriend3433 you have to plug it into the driver side door mirror switch first.
@@michaelrossetti7904 hey my man what do you mean driver side door mirror?
Idk about anyone else, but DMP helped me out and for my car I had to be sent a coding OBD plug and a different main harness and when it arrived, DMP walked me through the process via WeChat and WhatsApp of unlocking the factory ambient lighting menu and that is how I am now able to control all of my lights. Hope this helps
Just got a coupe today will be getting this now tnx
Thanks for the vid it made my install pretty easy and my 2017 c43 amg now looks awsome..i luv these lights.
Great to hear!
How were you able to change all 63 colors? I have the same car did you have to replace the original monitor or just scroll through the 3 stock ambient lighting colors
finaly thank you so much alex
Hi, in my glc I have factory 3 backlight colors. Can I install 64 color air vents without any problem?? Or only 3 colors vents version?
You can. You go to the link in the video description, select your car, and select what your car already came with and DMP will send you the proper kit. If you have a questions, reach out to them directly.
@@TheFlexxGarage Thank you very much!
So I'm having a bit of an issue with this product. I did as you did by testing the footwell lights and nothing turned on. Check and replaced the OBD2 fuse which looked fine, tested for continuity between the OBD2 harness and lights and it does exist, tested the lights using ground and 5v and they do turn on. My issue now being that it hasn't ever turned on when I plug it into the OBD2 port.
You need to chat with DMP then (if you bought it from them). They should be able to help you troubleshoot any issues
@@TheFlexxGarage Thanks, appreciate your video tutorials btw 👍👍
@@cireniobryanlopez4830 Did you find the issue? Mine won't turn on either right now.
So glad I found your videos. I’ll be getting this done to my car next. But question - do the lights stay on the color you made it last time you were in the car, or always start at a certain color? For example if I changed them to red yesterday when I drove the car, and then started my car today are they still red or back to what they start at? Thanks in advance :)
Will always be your last setting.
this is quality content. thank you so much brother 🤘🏽🤘🏽
Hi.
I saw how you did the front driver side door but how about the other doors? Where and how would they get the power?
all the doors are the same. That's why I only did 1 door to show
Gotcha appreciate the video. Purchased a set with your code 👍
How am I able to install the rear footwell lights, while hiding all the wires?
Only if you run the wires under the carpet like how the oem wires that are used to power the seats.
Amazingly detailed steps and vid!
hey felxx, hope you're doing good. Thanks for step by step instruciton man it's really cool. so after watching your vidoe, I went ahead and bought and received ambient light kit for my glc (which shares same interior with w205) but DMP actually sent me different version (they say its newer version). It doesnt have OBD port but I have to tap the wires to ACC to get power for center console ambient and footwell light. Can you a make video for it? or tell me how its done? like where to find acc and stuff. Looks like DMP cant really help on that. im just not familiar with wiring and i dont wanna mess up my car's wiring. kinda frustrated to receive a product different from your video. thank you
did you ever get to install the kit and if so, how did it come out ?
Nice video but quick question.Do you plug the door light wire harness to the main harness?If yes how do you route the cable from the door to thr main harnessr
I didn't show any routing in the video because there's none needed. As clearly explained when I laid out all the part, it's wireless. Each part of the kit only needs a power source and thats it. They all talk to each other wirelessly.
I have a 2015 c63s with ambient lighting integrated, but want to make it brighter and potentially add the amg dash piece. Would this be a lot brighter? And do you think it will integrate with the stock lighting unit control? Let me know please brother!
You would need to ask DMP. I don’t know what the OEM looks like and what can be done with it.
Will this work in a 2017 AMG C63S? I already have the ambient lighting that came with the car but it only has 3 colors, not 64 colors like the ambient lighting that comes in the 2019+ AMG c63 models
Yes
What buttons do I use to change the lighting
It’s in the video when I tested it before doing the full install.
@@TheFlexxGarage dam that’s weird mine are not changing ugh that sucks
Probably cause you have a different kit. Cause there’s kits that are controlled using the side mirror control. But you would know if you had that kit when you installed it.
Is it compatible with glc2020 facelift model? Thanks a lot. Awesome work btw!
Omg! Thx for this 5 video Episode! Just one question maybe you can help i have a coupe w205 shift no automatic will it be mostlye the same steps or it will not fit. Thx for you time!
So if you have something in the obd port your basically done for right ?
no...the main harness plugs into an OBD2...but it has a copy of the original port on the other end of the harness so you can still connect anything to it.
Hi Flexx i bought a 64 colors upgrade kit...but my w205 2019 dont have any oem ambient lights ..I install anyways but what part i need for change color and cotrol them..thanks in advance from San Juan PR ...I saw all your videos ...keep do it
Each kit is different. Mine is like 2 years old. They don’t sell my style kit anymore. I heard the new kits use the driver side mirror control to control the lights or another kit can use the cars screen to control the lights. You need to contact whoever sold you the kit and ask them for support. If you bought from my sponsors at DMP car design, they can help you out if you contact them. All their info is in the video description.
Thankss
Did you manage to get this installed and working? I’m trying to work out if it’s even possible for these kits to work if the car didn’t come with any ambient lighting to start with
I've done the center consol it was aviable from another brand I control it by the light of the dash.. Do you know flexx if this set is also aviable for the coupe version? And I also saw the turning lightning speakers at Ali express but on the description it always says you need to have a new c class and also ambilight, so if you don't have ambilight from faktory it will not work :( I wanted those speakers too, but it was a nice video good effort on this
Any 205 so the s205 the w205(estate also) and a205. All of these have the same interiors
@@frenkgugashi9960
Not on the rear seats and the Aluminium panel on the door is shorter on the coupe so the glued on light would not fit because it is to long for the coupe
I got everything but I couldn’t find the obd2 wring harness port where can I get this from plz let me know thanks...
Same problem
@@ludodeadshot4909 I didn’t get the main wiring harness
@@ludodeadshot4909 did you end up getting it?
Doing big things! Can I bring you my Mercedes!
You can definitely bring it if you plan on giving it to me? Hahahaha. Sorry, I don’t work on other people’s cars but I’ll gladly take it. 😎🤙🏼
Hello, I have a question: What is the name of the main wire harness that connects to the obd2 port located at the front of the car? I want to buy it, but I don’t know where or how I want to buy it. I hope you answer my question.❤❤❤
Don’t know. It’s came as part of the entire kit. You need to contact DMP to see if they sell it separately.
So helpfull tks bro! Regards from MEXICO
No problem!
Coooool coooool 👍👍 I hef just 3 colors blue orange with original 😓 i juste replaced the 4 light's onder the feets en back under the chairs wit 4 colors strips led wit contrôle ,I plug it in the usb you see nothing from the cables 😉 . Coooool job flexx professionnel 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hi, is there any way I can get ride of the steering wheel buttons back how they used to be, like once I set my lights it can go back to its original function???
You need to press the back button on left side and buttons on the right side to change colors and brightnes. Without pressing back button they will work as normal. I think.
Thanks for the video man, I’ll be ordering soon !
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No problem 👍
Thanks for the video Flexx! I got one but i haven't installed it yet. Please tell me there is a way to hide the ODB connection... I don't want to leave the new ODB plug hanging there all the time. Did you tuck everything up above the foot well trim?
Just tape or tie wrap it up.
Hey flexx, do your footwell lights actually look super bright in person? Because mine look even brighter than the middle counsel lights . Maybe i was supposed to point the led part away from the floor? Wish me luck on doing all the doors tomorrow! 😬
Mine aren’t as bright as the console and doors.
hey marvin, how did you lights come out ?
Hey Flex love the videos. I have a 2016 CLA250 and would love to put these lights in my car along with a lot of other things you have done as well. i’m going to look into this immediately and see what I can do to my car.
reach out to DMP. They will have a kit for your car.
Flex I’ve got the 2017 C250 w205 and it has the ambient lighting from factory ( 3 colours ) there in the same place you’ve installed yours, but there not very bright at all, would I have to replace mine with the same kit you’ve installed to make mine bright like yours ? Or can I just replace the transformer drive ??
Great video, lots of time put into that.
Thank you so much for the video, one question can you control the kit in center console like the original ?
Can’t. Only steering wheel buttons.
Hi Flexx, does the control being from the steering wheel take away the actual functions of the buttons? thanks
No.
But dmp doesn’t ship kits with steering controls anymore. They have a new kit where you can plug in an OBD2 reader to your car and program the screen to have digital controls on the screen. Pretty cool.
This looks great but I want to clarify. Does this not work through the main car system using the console wheel selector like oem? And also it's forever plugged into the obd2 spot or just for intial setup/testing?
As shown in the video, the steering wheel buttons control the lights. This is not an OEM kit and was not designed to work with the OEM controls hence why it cost much less than getting a real OEM kit installed. And the OBD2 connection is required but if you look at the harness, it comes with an extra OBD2 port to attach other items to it while it’s already plugged into the cars OBD2. It does not cause any issues or drains the battery when car is parked.
Nice! I found the answer to my question, great work Flexx!
Hi
Thank you very much for your vidéos il love them
I have a w205 2016 2 Doors with mercedes ambient light kit preinstalled but with 3 colors, and very bad intensity.
Can i install the 64 colors kit whenever i have already the 3 colors kit? Thank you very much for your answer
It’s possible. Just contact DMP and tell them your situation and they can recommend a kit for you. And you can still use my “Flexx” discount code too. Just mention it to them.
@@TheFlexxGarage thank you very much, i will use your code :) thank you for your videos they are awesome
I dont get it.
I have a Mercedes C63s Coupé 2017.
If I click on the same things that you said in your description, I come to 0.99$. But I think that is not right.
I have the normal ambient lightning with 3 colors (blue, white, orange). Can you help me? I hardly understand the option that I need to click.
Follow the instructions on the webpage. You need to add the package you want. I even put the details of my package in the description box.
And if you still can’t get it, then reach out to DMP. Simple.
@@TheFlexxGarage jealous 😅
I ordered the newest kid they have but only the vents and center console lighting. Do i need to take the door panel off for that?
no you only need to take out middle console which will also be the 3 vents and then remove the other 2
Hi i own a c43 2018 and i love that car it’s perfect but i don’t like the ambient lights inside i have a s550 2014 and it was amazing anw do they ship to canada?
I have the new unit and I have read comments to use the side mirrors. I am hitting all the buttons on the side mirror but no change. What is the combination you use to get them to brighten and change colors?
Hey Barry did you get it to work?
Hello bro! I have a C200 W205, but from factory it doesnt have ambient light.. do I need something for coding? or is plug and play?
This video literally is my install on my car that didn’t come with a factory ambient kit. Step by step.
@@TheFlexxGarage Thanks bro!
What about the ambient light in the centre mirror and the lights in the footrest for the people in the back. Is there also a kit?
Hi Flexx - the ambient light one of my doors is one color off from the rest of the car. Do you have any idea what might be wrong or how to reset it? I followed your videos to install and they were amazing!
That happened to me but that was after like years of use. My issue was the control box was defective and I needed a new one. If you bought from DMP, they should be able to replace one for you or give you solution. You just need to contact them.
Also, sometimes if 1 or more the little wires connected to the light strip is broken…that will screw with the colors. It needs all 3 or 4 little wires to work perfect for the RGB colors to work properly.
good video 👍🏽
Hi! Real nice video! Actually sitting here rightnow trying to get it fixed! The problem is that not even the first step with the OBD is working! You got any ideas?
And Happy new year
Hey Elliot. Did you get it to work?
Did you ever get yours to work?
Hey flex, you should look into doing a digital cluster retrofit for your w205!
I looked into it months ago. It's not worth it. Will cost $1000-$1500...for what, just to make my gauges digital? without any added features?...yeah, no thanks. I'd take a $500 android screen anyday that doesn't just replace my radio...but adds a boatload of features you'll never get in the stock screen.
Flexx Alexander fair call man, where would you get a digital cluster from though, any leads? - I also just ordered the android screen. I’ll tag you on IG when I install it! Thanks again!
Hi, 1 very important question. How do you connect the control module of the door ambient lighting to the main control module you installed in the footwell?
You don’t. As clearly mentioned in the video, the door components correspond wirelessly to the main box.
I’ve got 3 colours lights in my w205 class but want 64 can I just change the box or do I have to change everything ? Also wanted to get the air vents as well
I have a question, are all the accessories presented in the video included in the kit? including main wiring harness ?
Yes
I want the package you installed but with the rear seats, which package should I buy?
It’s part of the kit. I mentioned that in the video. I just didn’t bother to install them. And there’s 3 other videos in this ambient series of videos.
this was totally great, I have lights in my car but they're not installed and people are able to step on them. They're nothing like those lights in your car, but they do change colors. Now I was wondering would you install a kit on my car? I have a C300 2016. And I will be just happy if you were able to install my lights. How much do you charge?
Sorry. I’m a video creator not a public mechanic. But I can recommend a shop in my area (Massachusetts) that can do everything I’ve done in my videos and more.
Boston Mechanics LLC out of Natick Mass.
Tell them Flexx sent you.
Well job thank Alexander but how many you spend to do this installation
Hey man where is the video where you changed the headlights??
Hi!
Nice video
I have a late 2018 version
Is it possible to control it with the command/ audio20?
Thx
Do the light trims and center console tubes come with the kit?And if so,do they come with the 64 colors package?
The video is the 64 color kit. What you see is what you get.
great video bro, and explained very well. would you also make a video where you do a c class w205 with 3 colors ambient light on 64 colors. that would be cool 😊
or can you tell me where to connect? so where do i start? Thx :)