if i add an mp3 deck to my 2000 mercedes e320, will it also play from the six disc changer in the back?

Question

i want to add something like the sony deck Sony MEX-BT5000 ... but i wanted to know if the controls on the wheels (skip and volume) will recognize it and can it still paly from the six disc changer from the trunk.

Answer 1

No. You wont be able to use your changer because the stock radio control the changer. There's an interface connector to use wheel controls with the sony deck.

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Answer 2

No, and no.

You may be able to purchase a special interface that will allow you to use the steering wheel controls with the Sony unit, but there's nothing available that will allow the new radio to control the factory CD changer.