[Angela]

My 2020 GLA came with the brushed aluminum dash trim (MSRP $150) as an upgrade from the standard Sail pattern. I don't like the brushed aluminum. I'd prefer the Matte Black Ash Wood (MSRP $325). How would I go about changing it?

 

[Wayne]

you will need a tool to remove the vents. Refer to this ...

"DIY - Vent Removal, Command Removal, VIM Install | Mercedes CLA Forum" DIY - Vent Removal, Command Removal, VIM Install

 

[Wayne]

Also look here ...

Dash Trim Replacement [Instructions]

I finally got around to replacing my stock brushed aluminum dash trim. I took the liberty of documenting the process since I found that there wasn't really a complete guide out there. I found bits of information and spotty videos here and there, so hopefully this will help fellow GLA/CLA owners...

www.glaowners.com

 

[Angela]

you will need a tool to remove the vents. Refer to this ...

"DIY - Vent Removal, Command Removal, VIM Install | Mercedes CLA Forum" DIY - Vent Removal, Command Removal, VIM Install

Great resource, thanks. But first things first: Where can I procure a Matte Black Ash Wood trim piece? At a dealership?

 

[Wayne]

A quick search on Google came up with this ...

"Black Wood Grain Car Interior Kit Cover Trim For Benz CLA GLA Class 2014-2018 | eBay" Black Wood Grain Car Interior Kit Cover Trim For Benz CLA GLA Class 2014-2018 | eBay

 

[Huey52]

Just for reference, the Black Ash Matte Wood Trim Option H06 for our US MY2018 was $325. So the linked eBay price appears reasonable and a Benz parts department should be similar.

In addition to the special tools Wayne linked for vents and radio a set of standard plastic trim tools should be used, eg: https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem...409070720701&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_0

'Reverse trim pliers' can also be useful: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071XVLWZV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

VAG requires an OEM tool to disengage the radio head end tabs and Benz is likely similar.

https://www.amazon.com/Removal-Compatible-Volkswagen-Mercedes-Universal/dp/B07QPSYQVP/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=Radio+Tools+Volkswagen+Audi&qid=1609933555&sr=8-7

 

[SlowGLA]

Thanks for the info thinking of upgrading my brown walnut dash to carbon with this Carbon Dash from autotecknic

 

[AMGowner]

For these DIY projects I suggest to cross search the CLA forums (mercedescla.org) as there are a lot more CLA’s out on the road and a lot more forum discussion for some stuff like DIY mods.

DIY - Dash/Vents/Door Trim/Command and Display Unit Removal

Hoping a moderator can take this link and combine relevant posts into this new DIY thread. If not click link for vent, Command removal and Video In Motion install. http://www.mercedescla.org/forum/35-cla-interior-styling/6110-vent-removal-command-removal-vim-install.html If you have any...

www.mercedescla.org