How to upgrade a 2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit with CD DVD Player 3G WiFi Bluetooth

 

First shows you a great 2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit from Seicane, it’s the picture of after installation. It looks cool, doesn’t it? It is the best choice for you to improve the car interior environment. What’s more important, you are able to enjoy a lot of convenience and enjoyment it provides for you. As a matter of fact, it’s easy for you to install such a fantastic head unit in your car. If you have the same dashboard, you can refer to the following installation guide to help you with the installation.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit after installation
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit after installation

 

Precautions:

  1. Please apply the parking brake and remove the negative cable on the vehicle battery before the removal to ensure safety.
  2. A lever and a screwdriver need to be prepared before the installation.

 

 

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation guide:

 

1.Pry out the air conditioner panel along gap with a lever.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 1
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 1

 

2.Remove the air conditioner panel.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 2
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 2

 

3.Remove two screws holding the stereo in the dashboard frame with a screwdriver.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 3
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 3

 

4.Pull the buckles down.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 4
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 4

 

5.Carefully take the original CD player out of the dashboard.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 5
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 5

 

6.Disconnect the ISO plug of the car in the socket of the DVD player.

2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 6
2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit installation step 6

 

7.Connect the cables of the new Seicane head unit as the user manual shows.

 

8.Connect the ISO plug.

 

9.Put the new Seicane head unit back into the dash.

 

10.Put the buckles back into its original place.

 

11.Install two screws and the air conditioner panel.

 

12.Turn on the new Seicane head unit and have a comprehensive test if everything works well.

 

Warning:

Please don’t pull out the GPS SD card with the power on in case of data corruption.

 

Installation tips for the GPS antenna.

Please don’t shorten or lengthen the GPS antenna to avoid a short circuit or antenna problems. Please place the antenna on the dashboard or on the roof of the car in a horizontal position as best as possible. If there if any film on the windows and heat insulation in the car, it may have a direct effect on the GPS antenna, like positioning precision and signal intensity.

 

If it’s the first time for you to upgrade your factory radio, you may find it difficult to understand all the steps. In that case, you’d better go to a car stereo upgrade center or ask a professional to install it. If you have any questions, you can consult your dealer.

 

In addition, it’s suggested you confirm you have a head unit which is suitable for your car. Or it can’t work or be installed perfectly in your car. If you have no idea which head unit can fit your  2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164, I’d like to share an intelligent Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit from Seicane for you. It’s the latest head unit with the most advanced features for 2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164. Here’s the link:

 

http://www.seicane.com/seicane-s127511-android-4-4-4-in-dash-gps-radio-system-for-2005-2012-mercedes-benz-gl-class-x164-gl300-gl350-gl420-with-3g-wifi-cd-dvd-player-mirror-link-obd2-bluetooth-music-aux

 

Built in an Android 4.4.4 operation system, this Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit is an ideal replacement to enhance the software and hardware of your factory radio. The upgraded RK3188 1.6 GHz Cortex A9 Quad-core CPU greatly improves the performance of the stereo. You can also enjoy watching videos on a more intuitive interface due to the 7 inch multi-touch screen with HD 1024*600 pixel resolution. What’s more, the latest GPS system allows you to get to anywhere you like without getting lost. A backup camera is also compatible with this unit to offer help to you when you are parking.

 

Just take this amazing Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit on all your trips and enjoy your driving al the time! It’ s you best choice! Good luck to you!

8 comments on “How to upgrade a 2005-2012 Mercedes Benz GL Class X164 head unit with CD DVD Player 3G WiFi Bluetooth

  1. I ordered the headunit for my car and connected all cables but no sound comes from amplifiers ? This car has optical cables to original headunit. What do i do?

    • “Dear,
      so sorry for the inconvenience.
      In order to give you a fast solution,we suggest you asked our after sales staff for help.
      The email is Sales1@seicane.
      Have a good day!”

      • dear,
        there will be no problem.
        our unit has been updated to the newest version with android 10.0.it has the best quality.
        Could you please send us the photo of your car’s dashboard to [email protected]?  
        And could you please tell us the model and year of your car?
        Then we can help you check if this unit can fit your car or not ,hope you could cooperate with us.
        Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
        Thank you & Best regards!

  2. Hi John, I’m thinking of upgrading 09 gl450 radio. Will this radio work with our factory DVD system. We have the DVD player in the console and screens on the headrest.
    Thanks

    • dear,
      yes,our unit can work yoru DVD system.
      Could you please send us the photo of your car’s dashboard to [email protected]?  
      And could you please tell us the model and year of your car?
      Then we can check if our unit fit your car ,hope you could cooperate with us.
      Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
      Thank you & Best regards!

    • dear,
      so sorry that it can’t interface the 6 pack cd player.

      Could you please send us the photo of your car’s dashboard to [email protected]?
      And could you please tell us the model and year of your car?
      Then we can check if our unit fit your car ,hope you could cooperate with us.
      Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
      Thank you & Best regards!

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