Up to model year 2008, the Mercedes W211 and W219 have a compartment below the radio that can be opened electrically by means of a button (hazard warning flasher enclosure). It houses either the CD changer or a (very small) storage compartment. Since the presence of the compartment is not obvious, it is also called a "secret compartment." Other names are kinematics compartment, storage compartment or CD changer compartment.
Does this compartment also seem very small to you? Not even a glasses case fits inside! And it is also not illuminated!
We offer you a compartment insert with maximum use of space – 3D printed and illuminated!
Does your compartment no longer open because the original radio is missing?
We have the solution for that too! Please click
- 17.5 x 17.5 x 4.5 cm internal size (instead of ex factory): 17.2 x 7.1 x 2.5 cm
- Accurately 3D printed for the kinematics unit
- 21 LEDs color-matched to the W211
- Brightness separately adjustable, off when compartment is closed
- Matching connector, no soldering, no splice clips
- Individual lighting color upon request
- Upon request, individual partitioning / dividers etc. possible through 3D printing
Illumination is provided by 21 LEDs - you can choose to match the ambient lighting/key illumination (amber yellow) or the AI display (cool white). The LEDs only light up when the ignition is on and the compartment is open. A microswitch on the back of the compartment automatically turns off the LEDs when the compartment is closed.
The brightness can be dimmed independently of the vehicle interior lighting by a dimmer operated inside the compartment with a screwdriver!
The connection is made via a suitable plug on the kinematics compartment (no soldering, no splice clips). The kinematics compartment must be removed once for this purpose. This is explained in illustrated instructions.
In addition to the colors already selectable under "Lighting", other colors can be ordered from our supplier. Please write us a message if you are interested!
- 3D Printed compartment
- 21 LEDs, dimmer and microswitch integrated
- 2-pin connector plug, cable tie
- Installation instructions as PDF with photos
- The items shown (book, pen, case) and the original tray are for size comparison only and are not part of the scope of delivery
At your request, we can customize the shape of the compartment. For example, the depth of the compartment can be reduced or subdivision can be made. Just write us a message!
W211 kinematics compartment insert customization
Here we show different adaptations of the compartment insert for the secret compartment in the center console of the Mercedes'...
Moritz Greifelt (verified owner) -
I received my order today and am delighted with the quality. I have recently been able to call a W211 my own and am looking forward to installing the maxi compartment.
Thorsten (verified owner) -
Today I installed the kinematics adapter and the illuminated storage compartment.
Basically, I give the grade very good for both!
The products look very good and are 100% accurate.
The installation instructions are also very well described. However, I would like to see a few small improvements:
If, like me, you print the instructions in black and white, you won't see any colour accents. Graphic elements such as arrows could be added here.
Only after installing the storage compartment did I notice the creaking when testing it. Here, an earlier indication of the greasing would be desirable.
Then you grease the lever arm and the lateral guides (preferably in the open state) directly as well and do not have to remove the kinematic compartment again
I also missed the hint that the kinematic compartment must remain removed when installing both components.
Maybe you can improve this a bit more.
I really like the insertion aid, it saves a lot of fiddling.
Thank you for these great products, they are worth every euro!
Kind regards,
Thorsten
winfriewedo0 (verified owner) -
Hello...I bought the electronics unit and the large compartment from you...as I had installed another radio...Thank you very much for that...good idea. I have rebuilt it so that the compartment also fulfils a useful function. An induction charging unit for my mobile phone, see picture. Works perfectly. And your super good installation instructions made it easy to get everything working.
Thank you very much for everything and have a nice weekend.
Max Ugrinovich (verified owner) -
I must say I'm really excited about the fit and also otherwise the tray looks very neatly finished!
The installation went super fast and also the engagement of the lugs worked flawlessly!
However, adjusting the brightness requires a really small bit, so I guess I'll have to get out my fine tool first – or is the brightness already set to maximum by you?
All in all, I am very satisfied and wish you continued success!
Marc (verified owner) -
Have installed the tray and am very satisfied with the part and service. can recommend it at the W211. And that with the lighting – what the heart wants more.
Thomas S. (verified owner) -
I received today by turbo shipping your insert (w.lighting) for the kinematics compartment for my W211 and immediately installed.
Am totally thrilled with the part & the easy-to-follow instructions. Would not want to miss it more. It is worth every penny...
Ulrich A. (verified owner) -
Everything works wonderfully!
tolhuisen62 (verified owner) -
Thank you for them tray it is grate greetings Rob