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1-800-FOR-MERCedes
Date:
May 2000
Order No.:
T-SI-82.70/131
Supersedes:
Group:
82
SUBJECT:
MODEL 163.154/172/174 (MY 2000)
CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
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WARNING!
Disconnecting the negative battery cable is not recommended due to otherwise extensive
reprogramming requirements. WIRING HARNESSES WILL BE ELECTRICALLY ACTIVE. IT IS
THEREFORE NECESSARY TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHILE EXECUTING THESE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO, COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK. The ignition and radio power must remain OFF
until the final test is performed.
Application specific D2B notes:
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Only the accessory telephone requires the use of D2B fiber optics.
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The Mercedes-Benz accessory CD changer maintains the use of electrical wiring and is NOT on the D2B
ring.
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The vehicle is configured at the factory without D2B fiber cabling.
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All fibers required for telephone installation are included in the telephone installation kit.
A. Installation preparation – all configurations
1. Read this bulletin in its entirety.
2. Unpack and compare the installation kit(s) contents against the Parts Information list on page 12 of
this bulletin.
3. Separate the operating guides and client accessories (i.e. chargers, cassette tapes, CDs, etc.) and
place them in the glove box or appropriate storage compartment.
4. Remove the MCS (radio) control unit from the center dash and disconnect all cable connections.
Note:
Refer to S-SI-82.64/123,
D2B Fiber Optic Configuration and Version Coding
for proper D2B
fiber handling instructions.
