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Wedged the tip of a flathead screwdriver in there and applied upward pressure on it by pushing downward on the handle of the screwdriver.

Hey, thanks for your comment. Not completely sure if my more in depth video where I actually show the fully disassembly process will help to answer your question, but perhaps take a look at that video on my channel, it’s the video published right before this one.

Had customized the instrument cluster gauge faces. Oem instrument cluster came with white w/ black gauge faces, I picked up a w204 amg speedometer gauge face as well as a used W207 (E350 Coupe) instrument cluster, which came with black gauge faces for that project. Car came equipped with the amg wheels package, so decided I’d rock the amg speedometer face plate to match. Looks better than the non amg face plate too imo. And nah I didn’t throw any “amg” badge on the trunk if that’s what you’re thinking lol. Just decided to sport the amg speedometer face seeing it matches the amg instrument cluster menu as well as the amg wheels package.

Might be challenging to accomplish with removal of just the upper two T20s as the rear panel isn’t all that flexible, but if you have something you can wedge between the panel and the assembly to give you sufficient space to undo those two lighting connector screws along with the blue connector, then perhaps it can be done.. just dont let any of those screws fall down in between that little gap. Hope this helps. Check out my other in-depth video on the step by step process if you want and/or haven’t already. Take care.

@@OneStopShopGarage Thanks for your reply. I thought it might be a challenge so I will probably remove the two bottom screws as well to afford enough working room.

Take a look at my other W166 Arm Rest Latch Replacement video, it’s a more detailed video and I demonstrate the removal of those screws. Take care.

Glad you found the video to be helpful. Take care.

Hey, thanks for your comment. When I made the video it was all on the fly with no schematics, hence all the unnecessary additional steps I mentioned in this video; I uploaded a video with a reduced list of steps similar to that of what you’ve mentioned, but in the event people don’t happen to see that video, I’ll pin this comment to save people some time on their repairs. Thanks again.

@@OneStopShopGarage thank you again for taking the lead amd making this video. It's "giving" people like you who help us all save money by showing us how we could do it ourselves. There are other videos by other ppl showing the same objective, but your video is the clearest and most helpful.

Hey, can you recap in an orderly sequence, i.e. step 1, step 2, step 3, etc? thanks

I'd never be able to figure this out alone. Thanks for posting this video. Was not easy, and would be much easier with magnetic hex screws but its done... now time to sell the car.

I cant find this part, can you please give me the part number for the latch?

Tad bit better during a 40 pull on stock tune probably because the increased intercooler core size allowing additional cooling. Never got around to tuning, but I’d imagine you’d get optimal results with a custom dyno tune after installing this and the mw hfi system. Slapping a hybrid turbo on in addition to the fmic kit & the hfi system would be a nice little combo too, just don’t know how well these motors internals would hold up with additional boost but for sure would be over 300whp.

Awesome dude thanks thats honest and cool of you to share. I'm looking to get this installed, I recently got my whole exhaust system done, but next is this and I'm for sure getting it tuned. One question what's the mishimoto core thing for? (I'm sure it's important) its a 300 price diff

@@FernandoPineda-jr9ek Modal Works designed their Upgraded Front Mount Intercooler Kit around the design of the Mishimoto J-Line Intercooler core. As you can see in the video the MW Intercooler core mounting bracket lines up properly with the J-line core. Christian from Modal Works went with that specific Intercooler due to its dimensions being suitable for the space available between the radiator support/crash bar and the front bumper. If they are still offering different purchase options for the kit (with or without core) you can try sourcing a Mishi J-Line core yourself maybe you can find one at a cheap price.

Thanks alot bro this really helps to make a decision 💯

@@FernandoPineda-jr9ek Glad I could be of assistance. Take care.

So, I had purchased an incomplete used system from an eBay seller; I was unaware at the time of purchase that I wasn’t receiving all the necessary components for the system. I ended up having to special order the missing parts through an Armytrix authorized dealer ‘Vivid Racing’, embarrassing to say, but I pretty much ended up paying around the same amount as a new system which defeated the purpose of buying used. Nonetheless, it’s a pretty cool system, being able to open and close the vacuum actuated valves using the wireless remotes as well as the Bluetooth operated smartphone app via OBD Dongle. (~$2,300 USD)

Glad to hear you found the video helpful! Take care.

Hey, thanks for your comment. I unfortunately have no knowledge on the removal process of the dvd player, my car didn’t come with that feature. Perhaps try searching on some forums or Mercedes facebook groups for guidance. Sorry that I couldn’t offer much help on the matter. Take Care.

There is one extra step, you have to access the 2 screws hidden under the DVD bezel that goes around where the DVD is inserted (think like a picture frame). You'll have to slide out the player out to access the lower two screws behind it to remove the AC vents. I didn't need to unplug the player, sliding it forward gave me enough access. 👍

Check out my latest W166 DIY Interior Repairs Video (towards the end I talk about the media selection tool/knob), it might answer your question.

Thanks! Sourced the W207 (coupe) climate control unit used from eBay; it came with the bezel that I modified.

Hey I’m unfortunately not sure as to how to gain access to the screws that you’re needing to remove, I don’t have the premium entertainment system with the dvd player, so I do apologize for not having any helpful suggestions. Maybe try searching for removal directions on a w166 forum. Sorry I couldn’t be of much help. Hope you get it figured out.

There is one extra step, you have to access the 2 screws hidden under the DVD bezel that goes around where the DVD is inserted (think like a picture frame). You'll have to slide out the player out to access the lower two screws behind it to remove the AC vents. I didn't need to unplug the player, sliding it forward gave me enough access. 👍

Once you take out the center console assembly you’ll be able to slide the remaining piece(s) of the cup holder cover up and off the track; if any pieces managed to break off underneath, you should be able to retrieve them upon removal of the center console assembly from the vehicle. Hope this helps. Take care.

Thanks! @@OneStopShopGarage

And thanks again -- and done! Couldn't have done it without your video!@@OneStopShopGarage

@@T2IV007 Glad to hear the video helped you out with the repair. Enjoy the replacement. Take care boss.

Hey really glad to hear you found the video helpful. Take care sir!

eBay or Amazon my friend. I had ordered through eBay however. All you gotta do is search W166 armrest latch and it’ll take you right to what you need. They are sold in pairs, so in the event your other side latch breaks you got a replacement for that one too. Hope this helps. 🍻

Maybe. Check out the site linked in description, I haven’t used their services myself but I’ve seen another TH-camr that I follow, use it in some of his Mercedes videos.

@@OneStopShopGarage merci

Where did you buy the part?

Glad you found the video to be helpful. Take care. 🍻

Glad the video helped you out man. It wasn't until recently I realized that this repair is able to be carried out without having to remove the center console assembly from the vehicle, however the repair might be simpler to do when removing the entire assembly, seeing that space is limited between the rear ac panel and the rear seats. I recently released a video covering the shorter repair process. But anyways, awesome to hear you were able to do the repair yourself and save some money. Take care. 🍻

Glad the video helped you out bud. Take Care 🍻

Happy to hear you found the video helpful. Take Care.

So as opposed to the 2012-2015 ML W166, on GLE 2016+ W166 there’s a total of 4 screws instead of 8? I had the 2 T27s under the dash/climate control, then the 4 T20s in center compartment as well as 2 more T27s as seen in video.

You know I just realized that the screws I was stating were T27s are actually T30s 😅. Lol. The T27 bit just seemed to be a good fit. So thank you for that.

@@OneStopShopGarage On the GLE you did not have to remove the other screws just the 2 silver one inside the armrest and the 2 in the front cubby that was it. Left up on the center console from the rear and remove the plugs and it's out. I did not even remove those black screws or took out the USB ports/panel. Once you got the console out. Then you have to remove the (2) black screws to separate the cupholder unit from the center console. I went the extra mile and took the cupholder apart to replace the cup holder spring flap. No video on that anywhere online had to figure it out without breaking anything. For the temp cupholder switch. You need to remove the cupholder due to the switch have clips that locks in if you pry it up with out pinching in the clips you break it it or it's not coming out from the top. For the roller blind handle. I was told that you can get a replacement from the dealership. I see this week if I can get one.

Update: You can not get a replacement handle for the roller blind for the W166 from the dealer. Some other models yes but check with the dealer first

@@A.Musa76 Why not post a Video and help others?

Can’t say for sure.. I didnt pay any attention to the media selection tool when I had the center console assembly out of the car. Based on images of the replacement unit on eBay there’s mounting holes, the question is whether the screws that secure it are top mount or bottom mount. Could be as easy as just prying up on the panel to expose the mounting screws, but I think the center compartment might have to come out to gain access to remove it.. speaking based on the design of the armrests, I had done another video I never published of removing the armrest from the center compartment. The hinges for the armrests are attached to the center compartment, so it would most likely pose an issue when attempting to pry up on that trim to get it out, assuming that trim has to even be removed. Just not quite sure, not trying to lead you astray. But let me know how it goes.

@@OneStopShopGarage Many thanks for the very detailed advice and all the additional description. I will be starting "the procedure" soon ;) Can you please share with me your other video on removing the armrest from the center compartment? Either here on YT, on FB or via WeTransfer link, any other app, etc. whatever will be most convenient for you :D You can also drop me an email too. The quality doesn't matter at all; it will be super helpful to watch that one too before I start my work!

@@GeorgeFire-on7ek check out my other W166 repair video, the armrest comes out along with the rest of the center compartment.

@@GeorgeFire-on7ek to answer your question, I believe it’s possible to do this repair without removal of the center console assembly. From inside the center compartment, once you remove the panel that houses the two connectors, you should be able to access this one T20 screw that secures the front section of the compartment to the center console assembly. You’ll need to undo the two top T20 screws that secure the rear AC panel in place (see my W166 Armrest latch replacement video to know what I’m talking about), you then can carefully pry back on the top of the rear AC panel to remove the two T20 screws as well as the lighting connector (careful not to drop the screws). The center compartment would then be able to be removed, and then you can pry up on the panel that houses the media selection tool. The screws that secure the media selection tool are bottom mount. There’s 4 of them, T20s. You’ll have to unplug the connector for it, so be careful because there’s a clip holding the wiring in place, so don’t just yank it straight out. Hope this helps.

@@GeorgeFire-on7ek just posted a video that you might find helpful.

If you decide to go through with the repair, let me know how it goes. Interior design doesn’t appear to be too different when looking at pictures, so perhaps the process is almost like that of the 2015 W166. That’s pretty neat that the 2016 models have heated cup holders; that’s some convenience right there lol.

@@OneStopShopGarage I have the parts. Trying to figure out if there any tips or hidden tricks that I need to know before I attempt doing it. I let you know when I dive into it. I already have the basic down to remove the cupholder. I need to figure out is how to take apart the cupholder.

Not sure man, sorry. My climate control unit is from a US version W207, but I’m sure that doesn’t really matter. I know that in the Mercedes Benz Diagnostics program (Xentry) the climate control unit is unidentifiable for the vehicle, therefore it registers a fault code in the system. But I never had any issues in my 2015.

Good to hear you found the video to be helpful. I purchased the replacement armrest latch set on eBay.

Happy you found the video helpful. Take care.

Not sure what that unit looks like, so I can't speak on it. I doubt it though, from what I remember the the dashboard design is quite different.

Glad my video was able to help you out bud. Take care, peace!