Mercedes coding for workshops and retrofit businesses

For Workshops & Businesses

Turn Mercedes coding
into a business.

Add premium feature activations β€” CarPlay, AMG Menu, Airmatic and more β€” to your workshop or mobile operation. No expensive hardware. Start with a laptop and a non-proprietary OBD device you may already have. Deliver remotely or in person.

€100–250per activation
~45 minper job
15-20 jobsto break even
01What you'd be selling

Features customers
are already searching for

These aren't obscure modifications. They're upgrades customers research before they even contact a workshop. Your job is to be the person who offers them.

🏎️
€80–150
most popular

AMG Menu

Live engine data on the instrument cluster. One of the most-requested upgrades β€” customers recognise it immediately.

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Android Auto

Commonly sold alongside CarPlay as a single activation. One price, both platforms β€” doubles your potential customer base.

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€100–200
top seller

Apple CarPlay

Activates CarPlay on the factory headunit. Customers already know what it is and are willing to pay for it β€” your easiest sell.

🎬
€80–120
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Video in Motion

Enables video playback while driving. High perceived value, quick to demonstrate in person or over screen share.

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€100–180
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Airmatic Lowering

Recalibrates air suspension for a lower ride height. Popular with enthusiasts, detailers, and performance-focused workshops.

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recurring
repeat revenue

Navigation Map PINs

Unlock and update factory navigation maps. Customers return annually β€” a natural source of repeat business.

100+ coding options supported across all major Mercedes models. The activations above represent the most common services businesses sell today.

02How to deliver the service

No specialist
workshop required

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Works with hardware from €45

Tactrix Openport Β· J2534 interfaces Β· BMW ENET cables Β· Bosch C6

01
🌍

Code remotely over TeamViewer

Most popular

The MBTools app is a 3 MB download. Customer installs it, you connect via TeamViewer and carry out the coding yourself β€” from anywhere. No travel, no shipping. Many businesses run their entire operation this way.

02
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Ship a device, code remotely

Low friction

Post a Tactrix device (~€45) to your customer. They plug it in, you connect remotely and code β€” then they post it back. Or leave it with them for next time. No workshop needed on either side.

03
🚐

Travel to your customers

Premium positioning

Some operators travel their region with their own kit. Commands a higher price, builds strong loyalty β€” a natural fit for mobile businesses targeting enthusiast customers who want a personal service.

Most businesses start with remote coding over TeamViewer β€” zero overheads, nationwide reach from day one. The device-shipping model is a natural add-on once you have regular customers.

03Return on investment

The numbers
work quickly

Example: CarPlay activation

You charge per job

€150

Time per job

~45 min

Jobs to break even

15-20 jobs
pack cost recovered

Revenue from 20 jobs

€3,000
at €150/job

Margin after break-even

~100%
per job

Illustrative. Your pricing and volume will vary by market.

Three things that increase your return
01

Bundle with hardware installs

CarPlay installs, display upgrades, and ADAS fitting all pair naturally with software activations. One customer visit, higher invoice.

02

Show before/after visuals

Seeing the AMG menu or CarPlay appear live closes the sale almost instantly β€” more effective than any description or price list.

03

Build repeat customers

Navigation updates, new activations, and referrals mean customers return. Coding isn't always a one-time transaction.

Market context: CarPlay typically sells for €100–200. AMG Menu €80–150. Bundling 2–3 features into a single service price is common and commands a premium.

04Visual results

A demo closes faster
than any sales pitch

Customers who see the result rarely need further convincing. Drag the slider to reveal the difference.

Mercedes AMG dashboard cluster
Standard Mercedes dashboard
Before
After

Standard non-AMG cluster

With AMG Menu activated

05Business packs

Choose your
starting pack

Each pack unlocks a set of activations for multiple vehicles β€” built for resellers. Not sure which fits? Ask us on WhatsApp.

From workshop owners
All reviews β†’

"MBTools is the perfect workshop solution: fail-proof, with great support, simplifying life and boosting customer satisfaction."

Max Β· Workshop owner

"The CarPlay activation alone pays for itself after two or three jobs. I bundle it with every infotainment install now."

Ricardo Β· Retrofit installer

"I started coding remotely with just a laptop and a Tactrix. Within a month I had regular customers returning for updates."

Stefan Β· Mobile operator

Get started

Ready to add coding to your business?

Pick a pack, follow the workflow, and start delivering premium activations β€” in your workshop, on the road, or fully from your desk.

Quick answers

Do I need a physical workshop?

No. Many businesses operate fully remotely β€” customers download the 3 MB app, you connect via TeamViewer. Others ship a Tactrix device (~€45) to the customer and code remotely.

Which models are supported?

W204, W205 (C-Class), W212, W213 (E-Class), W176, W177 (A-Class), W222 (S-Class), and many GLC, GLE, CLA, CLS variants. Contact us to confirm a specific chassis.

How fast is break-even?

At €150 per CarPlay job, as few as 15-20 jobs recover a pack. After that, each job is near-pure margin.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes. Step-by-step guides cover the full workflow. Many users start coding professionally within their first week.