W177 A Class - New owner, few questions

[GreenMB]

So I finally got my Mercedes and I absolutely love it. It's a fantastic car for an entry level but I do have a few questions.

1) I can't seem to find the option anywhere, and when linking the phone to the car via the CP/AA USB slot nothing happens. When I go onto my Mercedes Me Shop App, it says I can purchase CP/AA for £300! I am still awaiting for the new V5 before Mercedes can activate my 'services' too. I was under the impression that Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto came as standard on the model I have (AMG Line Premium). Is this not the case? And as second owner, do I have to repurchase it?

 

[Ron240]

When you say "entry level" I assume you are meaning that an A Class is the lowest model in Mercedes range, but you do not have entry level trim spec.
I cannot comment on your specific problem because I do not use the features, but can confirm that your model definitely does have Apple Car Play and Android Auto as standard.

 

[Misterdog]

I suspect you will have to delete the previous owners info first.

Step-By-Step Mercedes-Benz Android Auto Setup Guide

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[GreenMB]

I thought it did, so why do I have to purchase it for £300? The previous owners info is gone, and my account is linked to the car but no carplay or auto... Is it because Mercedes haven't activated my services yet?

 

[Misterdog]

That's technology for you, you think you should be in charge of it whereas the opposite is often the case.

All in name of progress.

Did you buy the car from a main dealer, if so they should solve the issue. If not from a main dealer Google could be your answer.
You haven't mentioned if you wish to use Android or Apple but.

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