How To Fit & Install A Dash Cam Hardwire Kit Mercedes C Class W205

A guide on how to install a dash cam with a hardwire kit.
Vehicle: Mercedes C Class 2015 (W205)
Dash Cam: NextBase 412GW
Hardwire Kit: Nextbase
This is a guide only, if you don't feel confident leave it to a professional or post a comment I will be happy to help.
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[@sergeant_cross_]

To answer the question that 90% of the viewers probably have right now: yes, the fuse box is located on the left side for left hand driven cars. It's always where the steering wheel is, so that you won't have a shit ton of cables running through your entire dashboard from the steering wheel to the fuse box. Btw I measured all of the fuses and all of them have permanent power, not just when the ignition is on. So if you want to hardwire a dashcam with parking surveillance that needs power permanently, you can pick any fuse with a small sized fuse, like the fuse nr 204 (has 5A), which powers the diagnostic connector. I installed mine on that one with an amazon dashcam hardwire kit and it works perfectly.

[@boriskey7841]

thanks for this additional info, exactly what i was scratching my head and which fuse to use there!

[@DARKredDOLLAR]

Thanks for the info I didn't see in any tutorial. But do you happen to know where to hardwire a phone charger so it's on only when ignition is on?

[@peejaygeee]

As a retired mechanical engineer I must commend you on a superb video. If only more people would explain and guide especially replacing removed items. Well done.

[@kenfarrow8461]

I wish all You Tube guides were as good as this one - worked perfectly on my GLC 350D - WELL DONE JAMIE!

[@DanAdam-jl4lh]

Mate thanks for this video, helped me 100%, This afternoon I fitted my dash cam in. With 0 electrical experience. Feel like a pro. Thank you very much for your informative video.

[@Valkyrietube]

This is spot on. Knowing how the trim is clipped in is the key to not damaging it. Good job well done and thank you.

[@Andy2x4]

Thanks so much. Took me 20 minutes and probably would have taken me 20 hours if it weren’t for the video! Works perfectly.

[@bazymac]

I just installed my dash cam and this video was so detailed and made the process extremely easy to follow. Thanks so much for this.

[@user-ci3ml1yr1o]

A very elegant solution.worked well for 2018 c200. as mentioned by someone else, plug in fuse holder which holds 2a fuse for dashcam and 5a fuse which you have removed needs slight narrowing with a craft knife to get it to locate in fuse socket. Also I disconnected battery (earth only as this was easier) and when I powered up proximity central locking wasnt working. I reset settings on central console to "reset to factory settings" This did the trick . Thanks Jamie

[@whitecamel]

Thanks so much for doing this video. I followed your method exactly on my C220, which I took delivery of yesterday, and it worked first time. Mine has a cigarette lighter type plug so I had to wire in a dummy socket to sit in the space behind the fuse box but the principle is identical. I did hard wire the dash cam to my previous car but seeing how all the trim is removed and where everything goes makes it so much easier, again many thanks Jamie.

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Thanks for watching, glad it helped 😀

[@JohnMcHaleCurrachMan]

Really clear directions - everything worked perfectly. Thanks a million.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Thanks for making this. There are so many videos up on this topic and they don't show enough detail, this was perfect.

[@bhavs857]

Absolutely brilliant video... Followed it step by step and successfully fitted in my road angel dash cam using the same instructions and it works a dream! Thank you! Saved me £100 in fitting costs!

[@Emz5002]

Mate you're a legend, thank you so much!

[@Emz5002]

Managed to fit mine in just an hour thanks to you, working like a charm

[@terryoneil5474]

This is a first class demo! Thank you and well done!

[@MonsieurMotoVince]

Perfect guide, although my car didn't always agree with the 'should just pop out' or in. But it worked!

[@iftikharparvez769]

Thanks a lot Jamie, you made it so simple with clear instruction. I wired the rear cam also following your instructions for the front cam. Well done mate!!!!

[@MrMm2004]

Perfect! Thanks Jamie. It was very similar on the A205 convertible except the A-pillar post is one piece with the trim across the top of the windscreen. Remove the sunvisor and it comes off as one. Wiring exactly the same though.

[@barryedge5906]

Hi there, Thank you for a very clear video, very simple to follow. I have now installed mine and it works fine. You will not believe what I was quoted at the dealers. Thanks again

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Glad it has helped 👍🏻

[@docholiday1034]

Thanks so much. Turned a pita job into 20 mins !

[@suharinsiew3386]

Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks for the video 👍

[@bobafetting6373]

Fantastic video. Thank you! Clear and concise. Saved me no end of time and hassle. I personally wired it to the analogue clock 5A fuse for a permanent signal but I know some want it only to be on with the ignition like yours too. Thanks again man.

[@eddosterling7220]

Won’t it drain your batt eventually?

[@williamlam8306]

Great step by step video. Even a novelist like myself is not scared to tackle

[@toluyemimalomo4061]

This is one of the best guides I have seen.

[@bhplas]

Thanks for this video. I thought id have to wire off the fusebox in the passenger side footwell!

[@paulrout5230]

best installation guide i have seen on here great work

[@DynamicGenesis]

Excellent video, just did it on my C300. It worked like a charm, perfect.

[@marktodd7860]

Looks easy - doing my Dad's tomorrow thanks! Installation went well thanks to your guide.

[@trueconservative6288]

Mark Todd just did mine, very easy using this video

[@shoukathussain1468]

This is best video explaining I have watched thank you for uploading, well done

[@pghbusa]

Thank you for making this installation video. Well done, Jamie!

[@dmitryo6649]

Thanks for the video. Exactly that I was looking for.

[@thaitom449]

Best video explanation of this job on KZbin, well done mate

[@cgaz9088]

Thanks Jamie, worked great in my c class!

[@johnf3678]

Great video mate. Finally got around to doing this and your instructions made for an easy job. Thanks 😁

[@jamescave465]

Great video- thanks for taking the time to post it. Is there any reason you didn't use the fusebox on the passenger side in the footwell?

[@boriskey7841]

awesome step by step instructions! thanks so much for taking your time recording, explaining and sharing!

[@Wriggler83]

Great vid, had my dasham installed in a few mintes after watching this.

[@l0g1cle]

Thanks for the clear video guide. Do you know if the fuse box has ACC fuse? I couldn't find one except in the trunk. Hope you can help.

[@mikemorgan7560]

Fantastic walkthrough Jamie. Very clear and descriptive guide. Thanks very much.

[@vld1600]

Excellent guide. Just done it on my 2019 C200, went really well. Thanks Jamie.

[@sureshprasadan7930]

Really great video, thanks! I noticed that you did not disconnect the battery before. How safe or risky is it considering the airbag might go off while working? I also want to fix the dashcam but worrying about the airbag. What you or the audience would suggest? Disconnect the battery? Thanks!

[@karluk]

Great video thanks for making and sharing this, now I have no excuse to not hardwire my nextbase in my W205:)

[@Dave999mg]

I was about to pay someone to fit mine until i saw this. Cheers!

[@MrElfenma]

You are awesome, the first tuto where i understand everything! Thx you so much

[@roloB747]

Thanks for the video and easy instructions Jamie. First attempt and it all works perfect thanks to this video! Legend!

[@38plummers]

Brilliant guide, worked perfectly and saved me a bit of money. Cheers

[@bobmeister74]

Nice job Buddy, you made it look pretty easy! Just waiting on my hardwire kit and will attempt it on my E class. Thanks for sharing 🍻 liked and subbed

[@trueconservative6288]

Wow just finished mine, thanks man this was easy. Did the back can too

[@jl-lk4nc]

Does anyone know where is the 'switched' power source for the facelift C Class (2019)? I want the dash cam to turn on only when I start the engine.

[@davesmith6975]

Thanks Jamie. Worked a treat on my C220.

[@jlipinski9292]

Excellent tutorial..well done Jamie...did mine today with ease. Thank you.

[@HOLYMOTHERGOD]

thanks mate. i would buy the hard wiring to give it a try too. Just wonder if it is powered 24/7?

[@b21playa]

Thanks. Helped massively when installing mine today 👍

[@khizzzza]

Thanks a million Jamie that was a fantastic video very helpful.

[@melvynwilde]

The latest version of the nextbase kit has a particularly chubby fuse holder. it's going to be necesssary to use either a Stanley Blade or some abrasive paper to slim it down a bit - otherwise it ain't goint to go in the hole.

[@Emc-pb5kz]

Mate that was an excellent video, thanks

[@m12ptx]

Amazing tutorial and advice! Thank you! Quick question tho, I done everything perfectly but finding it a mission to clip the a-post back on again correctly as the ‘airbag’ tag doesn’t click back in again?

[@richardmorriss638]

great help! thanks for taking the time to do this!

[@anthonyraindle8596]

Very clear and concise, any idea of how to get the wiring through the bulkhead in a C Class that doesn't have a passenger compartment fuse box?

[@steveburton136]

An outstandingly good video, well done. I have a 350e with complex electrics so I'm going to check the fuse you used is the same. What was the fuse powering in your car? Thanks again.

[@PaulLambertUK]

Spot on mate thanks, will save me from snapping something when I fit mine ;-)

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Paul Lambert Haha we've all been there

[@nikkiwhite1768]

Really good video, easy to follow and I installed as per your instructions. Only observation is you did not appear to use the magnetic anti interference devise to be wrapped around the power line. Was that intentional? I used the magnetic unit and hid it in the mirror housing. . Thanks

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Hi, yes the magnet wasn't used as it wasn't required. Thanks

[@toastyAMG]

Do you have to disconnect the battery before doing any of this? (Removing air bag clip, messing with fuse box)

[@neilgraham9674]

Great video. Really clear. Everything went as you said!

[@masterofblades8960]

Really amazing video, thank you so much!

[@mariusmiron2902]

Really nice video mate👍

[@stripkwik1]

Fantastic tutorial! Thanks mate!! 👍🏻

[@tv200wul]

Absolutely brilliant mate thank you thank you

[@Sara-kz3bs]

would this method work on a 2012 c250 coupe?

[@SabirhusseinPanju]

Thank you boss !! However after completing the installation I get a message saying passenger air bag off, consult

[@archibald2able]

Nicely done! Very good video

[@murraykester807]

Great video nice install

[@paulrout5230]

hi jamie great guide used method to fit a Garmin 55 ,switches on when ignition turned on runs okay most of the time, but sometimes beeps low battery switching off, why would it do that has it's hard wired into fuse box !!!

[@fatwhitetuna6659]

Awesome tutorial, thank you!

[@a1n9d9y7]

Is always the fuse box on right side? My driver side is left not right.

[@blinkineck]

Thank you. Really helpful video. I'll give it a go.

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Michael Alexander hope it goes well, thanks for watching 😊

[@MHUSSLA137]

I get an airbag error message after installing this. Is there a fix for this

[@MrElfenma]

Do you have to shutdown the battery before touching the airbag? Or just car off is enough

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

If it makes you feel safer

[@MrElfenma]

@@slowjamcustomgarage that s ok that was just about the airbag. Ty!

[@MrElfenma]

@@slowjamcustomgarage one last question, the fuse used is the one from wich advice ? Radio?

[@brucebroughton2964]

Great job thanks, works a treat.

[@alansadighiani1634]

Thanks Jamie, Superb and Quality workmanship , I have an E class 2017 , W213 model any chance of demo how to fit dash cam to this model please , if it is not possible , could you tell me where I can locate the Fuse for the cigarette lighter . Many Thanks Alan

[@luckys1227]

You mate are an absolute fucking legend! I have the exact same car and fitted it within a matter of minutes.

[@richcologne9684]

Well done!

[@MoeGekko]

Thanks mate really helpful. Keep up the good work mate 🤜🏼

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Moe Gekko Thanks mate, glad someone has found it useful 👍

[@Pauljnr83]

Jamie Shaler what fuse did that power mate? And why not a permanent live instead of ignition live? Cheers

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Pauljnr83 the 2 amp fuse is for the camera, the 5 amp is for vehicle ride height sensors I believe. If you use a permanent live the camera will always be on unless you physically unplug the power cable from the camera. Hope this helps

[@steveboland7355]

@@Pauljnr83 mighty video

[@dynamicgil]

Question. I got batt power connected to alanlog clock fuse. Can you tell me which one to connect for acc then? Thanks.

[@enocldu18]

Good tutorial buddy! I plan on doing it too

[@vincentsutherland3175]

great job mate !!

[@conny-r]

Sehr informativ. Danke

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

conny r hope it helped

[@EasyStreetRacing]

Great video, thanks

[@pgm1245]

is it save to remove the A-post without removing the car's battery (because of the airbag below the fairing?) Thanks!

[@abhishekbachwani9399]

This is a really great video.I was able to install the dashcam using your instructions but am having trouble putting the AirBag plastic back into the A post. Any suggestions on how to push it back in

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

It is just push fit, maybe bend the taps inwards slightly to ease fitting

[@toastyAMG]

Also should this be the same process on 2019 amg c43? Same chassis w205 so should be right?

[@cheong0618]

what voltage you set to have the dash cam power off? a lot of people on the internet suggested 12v but my car, once park would only record for an hour, max 2 if set at 12V. Would 11.7v be more realistic say, for overnight or 2 days recording?

[@MajoBeats]

Thanks for the video mate

[@williamlam8306]

Can I ask would it be safe to piggy back onto the airbag fuse as you are doing in the video thanks

[@yazanwali9783]

My kit has two ending because i need the park monitor ehen the car is off , where to put it

[@mickgriffin3335]

Cracking video thank you very much.

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

Mick Griffin my pleasure, thanks

[@motown60soul]

would this same installation process be the same for a 2016 E Class W213?

[@HamzaMughal-ys5vp]

I don't suppose you got an answer for your question?

[@TimWardShropshire]

Thanks for the video

[@jeffreylcc]

Many thanks.

[@V_i_j_a_y919]

Good stuff 👍👍

[@shahidmirza8344]

Did you disconnect the battery first?

[@slowjamcustomgarage]

I would suggest so although not essential if you follow the guide exactly 👍🏻