How to use Mercedes-Benz Carlife?

[EvelynDella]

Use the knob to click the phone menu on the screen twice, and the phone function interface will appear. Insert the Apple original data cable into the USB port Insert the other end into the phone and CarPlay will automatically start.

[McMaci]

From the perspective of a car modification enthusiast using Mercedes-Benz CarLife: Before use, ensure your Mercedes is a newer model equipped with the MBUX system—generally, models from 2018 onwards are compatible. Prepare the original data cable and plug it into the vehicle's USB port, typically located in the center armrest. Start the car, and the central display will prompt a connection option—select the Baidu CarLife icon. On your phone, make sure the Baidu CarLife App is downloaded and open, allowing it to auto-detect. Once connected, the car screen will display a streamlined interface where you can swipe to navigate, switch songs, or control calls. The key to the process lies in USB cable quality—poor-quality ones may disconnect. If connection fails, try updating the car’s software or restarting your phone. Practicing a few times while parked ensures smoother operation, making the drive much more hassle-free.

[KiraDella]

As a regular commuter, I'd like to share my experience. Every day when I get in the car, I simply connect my phone to the Mercedes USB port. Once plugged in, the car screen displays a menu - I just tap the CarLife button to confirm. The phone needs to have USB debugging enabled and be unlocked, then the Baidu CarLife app launches automatically without any complicated setup. After that, I can adjust volume or skip tracks using the steering wheel buttons, or say "Hey Mercedes" for voice navigation. It's quite practical, especially during traffic jams to avoid the risk of handling the phone. I frequently use Baidu Maps to check traffic or NetEase Cloud Music for tunes - the interface is simple and clean, no time wasted figuring it out. But a word of advice: don't use knockoff cables as they tend to disconnect, only original cables ensure stable connection.

[VanKennedy]

I just bought a Mercedes-Benz not long ago and learned CarLife pretty quickly. First, download and install the Baidu CarLife App on your phone. Start the car, connect your phone to the car's USB port with a data cable, find an option similar to 'Smartphone' on the central control screen, open it, and select CarLife. Once the App is running, the main menu will appear on the car screen, and you can use music or maps by touching the screen. It might lag the first time, just restart your phone. Beginners should pay attention to safety when operating while parked.