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SmartKey Starter® Installation Manual:
ML '14-'15, GL '14-'15, CLA & GLA '15-'19, GLS '16-'19 GLE
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Installation for the SKSNG166D4 involves the following procedures. The procedures
2) T-Harness behind the ignition cylinder
3) Keyless Go harness installation
4) Key box installation
5) Smart phone control and / or RF remote connections (optional)
6) Options settings (optional)
Note: Page 23 of this manual contains resources including website and contact
information, a link to our troubleshooting guide, and more.
Tools needed:
T-20 Driver
Drill
E14 Torx Socket - ML only, Keyless Go only
T45 Torx Bit- Keyless Go only
T40 Torx Bit- Keyless Go only
Panel Removal Tool- Keyless Go only
Pick tool- Keyless Go only
View and download EIS mod. instructional video here:
This jumper is a requirement for all SKSNG166D4 installations to allow full plug and play of the
to learn using these instructions. Damage to the EIS is possible if jumper installation is not dont
properly. Please contact Midcity Engineering if you would like to have the work done for you.
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SKSNG166D4
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  • Page 1 SmartKey Starter® Installation Manual: ML ‘14-‘15, GL ‘14-‘15, CLA & GLA ‘15-‘19, GLS ‘16-’19 GLE SKSNG166D4 Installation for the SKSNG166D4 involves the following procedures. The procedures 2) T-Harness behind the ignition cylinder 3) Keyless Go harness installation 4) Key box installation 5) Smart phone control and / or RF remote connections (optional) 6) Options settings (optional) Note: Page 23 of this manual contains resources including website and contact...
  • Page 2 EIS jumper modification contd. EIS is an electrostatic sensitive device. To prevent damage, use proper grounding and handling techniques. Note: for EIS removal, go to section 2 and follow instructions for T-Harness In- stallation 1. Remove three (3) T-8 screws from the rear of the EIS case. Remove them complete- ly from the case, do not simply loosen them and leave them in place (see picture).
  • Page 3 Remove three (3) T-8 Original EIS removed from vehicle Remove three (3) T-8 Pin 8 Fill with solder Circuit board removed from case Fill Pin 8 location with solder before inserting pin Secure wire with glue Attach wire Pin inserted and wire soldered Wire secured in place with glue...
  • Page 4 View and download EIS mod. instructional video here: https://goo.gl/ALiKb1 If you have any questions about the modification procedure or would like to send EIS to Mid City Engineering for modification free of charge, please contact Mid City Engineering at 312-421-1114 or sales@midcityengineering.com...
  • Page 5 9. Start the vehicle with the push button to verify your work. If the vehicle starts and runs, you’ve made all the connections correctly. 10. Run engine for 30 seconds 11. Shut the vehicle off. 12. Push the panic button once on the OEM remote key fob to test the Smartkey Starter®...
  • Page 6 CLA, GLA, Q30 and QX30 1. Lower the steering column and extend it to its maximum. 2. Gently pry out on the bezel around the gauges and release all the clips. 3. Un-snap the top rear half of the steering column shroud by pulling up- starting at the part closest to the firewall.
  • Page 7 CLA, GLA, Q30 and QX30 contd. Begin to release bezel Remove steering column cover Remove bezel and unplug HVAC sensor EIS connections If tan twelve pin plug does not fit, remove small keys from plugs using razor blade (subset of CLA/ GLA/Q30/QX30 with alternate keying)
  • Page 8 G Wagon (Note: SKSNG166D4 only compatible with 2016-2017 G Wagon if OEM Keyless start retrofit is installed first. Call 312-421-1114 for details on adding OEM Keyless Start) 1. Lower the steering column and extend it to its maximum. 2. Grasp the plastic trim below the instrument cluster and pull toward you. 3.
  • Page 9 Page 9: T-Harness overview and important installation information SmartKey Starter® SKSNG166D4 T-Harness Wiring Overview Green Plug Before Installation (Key Cylinder) Blue Plug Green Plug After Installation (Key Cylinder) Blue Plug SmartKey Starter® ® Supplied T-Harness CLA / GLA / Q30 / QX30 with Tan 12 Pin Plug* SmartKey Starter® SKSNG166D4 T-Harness Wiring Overview Tan Plug Before Installation (Key Cylinder)
  • Page 10 Section 3: Keyless Go Jumper Harness (KG20166) Installation ML and GLE 1. Remove the driver’s rear door sill plate. 2. Fold the driver’s rear seat bottom forward. 3. Remove two (2) bolts holding the seat bottom to the floor. 4. Remove the driver’s side rear seat bottom from the vehicle. 5.
  • Page 11 28. Re-mount the seat back and seat belt. Make sure the wire harness is clipped back into place. 29. Fold the seat back down and install the foam inserts and the cargo cover. 30. Re-install the cargo tie down hooks. 31.
  • Page 12 Unbolt Cargo tie downs Remove cargo cover Remove foam inserts Unbolt seat bracket Unclip wire harness Flip seat back into cargo area...
  • Page 13 See picture on bottom right for updated KG module configuration Pull up carpet Unplug KeylessGo module Shroud removed from plug New pins installed, reinstall shroud Note: 2014+ w166 KG module has slightly dif- Plug Keyless Go module in ferent plug configuration (pictured)
  • Page 14 GL and GLS 1. Remove driver’s rear door sill. 2. Fold driver’s middle row seat all the way forward. 3. Remove torx bolt holding seat belt to rear side panel. 4. Pull back weather strip on the back side of the rear door opening. 5.
  • Page 15 Pull back weather strip Pop out side panel Plug removed Remove white plug (note: see alternative mod- ule configuration on next page) Shroud removed KG harness properly installed into plug...
  • Page 16 Note: 2014+ w166 KG module has slightly dif- CLA, GLA, Q30 and QX30 1. Remove carpeting and access wire trough in drivers side cargo area 2. Route the KG20166 adapter to the trunk area 3. Reach in and unplug connector on KG module (see picture). 4.
  • Page 17 Section 4: Key box installation 1. Remove the metal key blade from the Smartkey, if present. 2. Remove the battery cover using the flat blade screwdriver by pressing on the tab inside the key (see picture). 3. Remove the battery from the key. 4.

  • Page 18: Section 5: External Device Connections

    Section 5: External Device Connections The Smartkey Starter® NG module allows for multiple external devices (such as RF re- motes or telematics controllers) to be connected without additional programming. Compustar Drone Connection 1. Connect the Black data cable from the Drone to the Black port labeled ‘DRONE’ on the SmartKey Starter®...
  • Page 19 Compustar RF Remote Connection and Programming Instructions The SmartKey Starter® NG module has two (2) blue Compustar antenna ports. To connect Compustar RF antenna, use corresponding antenna port on the SKS NG module (either six (6) pin blue plug or four (4) pin blue plug. To program any compatible Compustar remote control, complete the above installation steps and verify standard operation.
  • Page 20 Directed RF Remote Connection Instructions The Smartkey Starter® is equipped with a (4) pin and a (3) pin connector The (4) pin connector is designed to accept a D2D cable from an XL202 RF translator mod- ule to provide the ability for adding long range remotes and 2 way capability to the Smartkey Starter®.

  • Page 21: Section 4: Option Programming

    Section 4: Option Programming Remote starter option programming is performed in the vehicle using the steering wheel controls. perform option programming, first the vehicle must be in ACC (first position) and all the doors must be closed. The instrument cluster must be in the ‘AUDIO’ or ‘RADIO’ menu. The options menu will appear where the radio information typically appears.
  • Page 22 Our SmartKey Starter® frequently asked questions page can be found here: http://www. midcityengineering.com/smartkey-starter-faq/ If you need further information or assitance, please contact Mid City Engineering at 312- 421-1114 or send an email to sales@midcityengineering.com SKS NG owners manual can be downloaded here: https://goo.gl/V8kSZE...
  • Page 23 Perform the NG Soft Reset Procedure as described ont the previous page. Un-plug the module and plug back in. If error per- sists, contact Mid City Engineering at 312-421-1114. Insert Keyless Start button in ignition cylinder. Make sure the Key- Push button or key not less Go jumper harness (KG20166) is hooked up properly.
  • Page 24 Pin to be inserted in EIS pin 8 Jumper wire EIS mod. kit SKS NG Module Key Box Full contents of SKSNG166D4 Mid City Engineering Contact Information 1322 W. Walton St. Chicago, IL 60642 www.midcityengineering.com sales@midcityengineering.com SKSNG166D4 Vehicle coverage Mercedes...