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Small black OBD dongle with standard 16-pin connector

TaoTao

TaoTao NTG5S1 CarPlay Activation Tool electronic

SKU CH-C8XY-727AN MPN NTG5S1

Plug into the OBD port to activate CarPlay on compatible Mercedes models from 1.2016 to 12.2017 in about 10 seconds

  • Activates CarPlay in about 10 seconds via OBD port
  • Works with A-Class W176 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with B-Class W246 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with E-Class W213 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with CLA W117 GLA W156 GLE W166 GLE Coupe W292 CLS W218 built 01.2016 to 12.2017

Product Overview

The TaoTao NTG5S1 is an OBD2 activation tool that enables Apple CarPlay on Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with COMAND NTG5s1 head units. It connects directly to the OBD port under the steering wheel and completes the process in about 10 seconds after the ignition is turned to ACC. The device is designed for owners who want smartphone integration without hardware modifications.

Compatibility Guidance

This tool suits drivers of A-Class W176, B-Class W246, E-Class W213, CLA-Class W117, GLA-Class W156, GLE-Class W166, GLE Coupe W292, GLE-Class X166 and CLS-Class W218 models manufactured between 1.2016 and 12.2017. Buyers with C, GLC or S Series NTG5.0 or NTG5E systems cannot use this device. It also does not support AMG variants or head units that have not been updated to the latest software version.

Critical Specification

The single deciding factor is whether the vehicle runs a COMAND NTG5s1 head unit built within the 1.2016 to 12.2017 production window. If the system is NTG5.0, NTG5E or an AMG configuration, the tool will not function and may cause errors.

Highlights

  • Activates CarPlay in about 10 seconds via OBD port
  • Works with A-Class W176 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with B-Class W246 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with E-Class W213 built 01.2016 to 12.2017
  • Works with CLA W117 GLA W156 GLE W166 GLE Coupe W292 CLS W218 built 01.2016 to 12.2017

Specifications

BrandSkycityworld
ModelNTG5S1

Questions about this item

What Mercedes-Benz model and production dates must the vehicle have for this NTG5S1 tool to activate CarPlay?

It works with A-Class W176, B-Class W246, E-Class W213, CLA W117, GLA W156, GLE W166, GLE Coupe W292, GLE X166 and CLS W218 built between 1.2016 and 12.2017 with COMAND NTG5s1.

Will the tool function on a Mercedes equipped with NTG5.0 or NTG5E head units instead of NTG5s1?

No, C-Class, GLC and S-Class models using NTG5.0 or NTG5E are not supported; those require a video interface and iPhone box.

After plugging the tool into the OBD port, what screen message confirms the activation sequence has started?

The head unit displays "DIAG" and waits for restart, then reboots into the menu after about 10 seconds.

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