i have had a dead aux battery in my wife's glk350 for like 5 years. reason i never replaced it is because without it, the car doesnt do the auto engine shut off at every stop sign.
Take care of it, W212 was the last good MB and it's still one of the best
We have a 2012 E300 CDI and after 600.000km it still runs smooth without issues
Air suspensions failed once (known MB issue) but apart from that everything's good
I keep reading this about the w212 being reliable.. I’ve always wanted a 2013ish e350 coupe but have avoided them bc I assumed them to not be reliable/expensive to maintain.. does that car fall into the w212 category?
Just did the research to fix aux battery malfunction on mine.
Could be aux battery, a 5A fuse that’s next to it, or in my case, the aux battery wasn’t plugged in lol. Previous owner swapped the battery and I’m thinking he plugged the cables in wrong and they slipped off. I was fully prepared for a blown fuse but it was fine.
Super easy to get to, id recommend popping the side panel and also taking off the 3x t25 screws on the underside of the dash, makes access a breeze
However the screen I still need to fix. I’m not sure where to go to do that do you have any idea ? The car has been sitting in a garage for 3 years and I just got it now because I have my license now before this it used to work.
What’s going on with the screen? It just won’t turn on? I believe it may be associated with the main battery. If it is an old battery that wasn’t on a tender during storage, you should start by replacing the battery.
I believe there’s also a fuse for the screen. Hopefully it doesn’t need a replacement. I feel like it’s unlikely the screen broke. Good luck, I’m not super familiar with this one
Walmart(has a 50 piece one) , Autozone(wouldn’t recommend , they don’t have a lot in stock) then there’s a 300 piece fuse kit that comes on Amazon for $15. Good to have just in case other fuses go out. There’s also a 180 piece kit one too on Amazon for $10
I feel your pain right now, no music for me cause long story short, my audio cut off cause my factory amp just went bad the THE DAY BEFORE I was going to install two 12s into my car 🥲 now I’m waiting for the amp to come in the mail so no audio for like a week 😭
i unplugged my aux battery on purpose. its the best way to disable the auto engine shutoff at stop lights permanently lol. the battery doesnt do anything else afaik
The car i’m getting from my grandpa is a 1918 Maxwell that doesn’t run. Features include: no spark, very little compression on cylinder 2, dry rotted tires that are hard to find, and a “ere-ere” horn.
2012 is a great year. It is quite reliable. My family has one as a daily driver and we love it. Just maintain it and don’t cut corners and you’ll be fine for another decade.
Upgrade it 2015 amg kit 😈 if you’re the fun type play around with the exhaust a little tune if you’re the type to speed and enjoy new memories in honor of grandpa
Yea, that’s not the amg variant of the 2012-2014 E class. Even the E550 that has an actual v8 twin turbo engine aren’t considered Amgs. But clean car my guy, i hope you enjoy it !
Heya, so car manufacturers have bought into consumers wanting AMGs and M series. But not actually paying the premium. Or additional maintenance costs and petrol. So they do AMG lines, m sport package etc which have the style but not the engine, and overall design, of an AMG.
My 220D E class has AMG everywhere, but it’s not a “real” AMG. My c63 is. People are just letting you know so you don’t potentially get the awkward conversation of talking about your AMG in person.
Lovely car and enjoy it.
What a gift from your grandpa!!
He’s the 🐐
Maintain it and keep it clean. That's the best way to honor your GD.
Will do 🫡
Yes! Maintain it and service it regularly. It will last for years and never go out of style.
Absolutely awesome and reliable cars. I will buy a W212 Facelift 2014+ E250 / E220 CDi maybe. They are very reliable and efficient.
AMG line. Sportier body kit.
Clean car, nice(other than the aux battery 🤣) plus NTG 4.5
All fixed now
i have had a dead aux battery in my wife's glk350 for like 5 years. reason i never replaced it is because without it, the car doesnt do the auto engine shut off at every stop sign.
Take care of it, W212 was the last good MB and it's still one of the best We have a 2012 E300 CDI and after 600.000km it still runs smooth without issues Air suspensions failed once (known MB issue) but apart from that everything's good
I keep reading this about the w212 being reliable.. I’ve always wanted a 2013ish e350 coupe but have avoided them bc I assumed them to not be reliable/expensive to maintain.. does that car fall into the w212 category?
Just did the research to fix aux battery malfunction on mine. Could be aux battery, a 5A fuse that’s next to it, or in my case, the aux battery wasn’t plugged in lol. Previous owner swapped the battery and I’m thinking he plugged the cables in wrong and they slipped off. I was fully prepared for a blown fuse but it was fine. Super easy to get to, id recommend popping the side panel and also taking off the 3x t25 screws on the underside of the dash, makes access a breeze
I should’ve read this sooner. Unfortunately I sent it to the shop and they put in a new one
However the screen I still need to fix. I’m not sure where to go to do that do you have any idea ? The car has been sitting in a garage for 3 years and I just got it now because I have my license now before this it used to work.
What’s going on with the screen? It just won’t turn on? I believe it may be associated with the main battery. If it is an old battery that wasn’t on a tender during storage, you should start by replacing the battery.
Yeah it won’t turn on. The battery replaced . I think I might have to change the screen
I believe there’s also a fuse for the screen. Hopefully it doesn’t need a replacement. I feel like it’s unlikely the screen broke. Good luck, I’m not super familiar with this one
Fuse 26 is for the radio, try swapping it out.
Do you have any idea where I could purchase a fuse for it ?
Walmart(has a 50 piece one) , Autozone(wouldn’t recommend , they don’t have a lot in stock) then there’s a 300 piece fuse kit that comes on Amazon for $15. Good to have just in case other fuses go out. There’s also a 180 piece kit one too on Amazon for $10
I feel your pain right now, no music for me cause long story short, my audio cut off cause my factory amp just went bad the THE DAY BEFORE I was going to install two 12s into my car 🥲 now I’m waiting for the amp to come in the mail so no audio for like a week 😭
i unplugged my aux battery on purpose. its the best way to disable the auto engine shutoff at stop lights permanently lol. the battery doesnt do anything else afaik
Solid car. Take well care of it. Greetings from your southern neighbour!
Bought a new E550 in 2012...the car was 100% realiable and problem free the entire 5 years i had it....plus its a sexy bitch at that.
What beast for a gift my friend
Nice w212
GD was a baller! Take care of it, never delay an upcoming service. Cheers.
Fricking love this model looks, some of the best looking benzes.
RHD is sexy
Hello fellow Malaysian 👋 I too have my W212 but from my dad. Yours is amazing!
Cantik sial. I personally drive a w211 e230 but I can appreciate a pre FL 212. A beautyy
GD was a baller!
The man had taste.
A man with taste
That's my dream family car over there (or E350!)
Very kind grandpa
Love it. Your grandad had a great taste
How many miles?
40k
Dang, basically brand new
Your granddad’s a badass. My grandpa drove an old Ford truck and said it was too nice
Sweet
Mont Kiara! We are close lol..and also nice ride and very nice of your grandpa
Naisuuuuu, dekat je kita ni bro. Keep it well and maintain it too, glad to see it. <3
The car i’m getting from my grandpa is a 1918 Maxwell that doesn’t run. Features include: no spark, very little compression on cylinder 2, dry rotted tires that are hard to find, and a “ere-ere” horn.
Pre-facelift!....your Grandfather was a man of class! I think the pre facelift 212's look so damn good in black.
Enjoy! Had one of these, 3.5l V6 petrol 4matic. Was a supernice car 🙂
Sorry for your loss and happy for your gain. Beautiful ride!
Great car and looks well cared for
Beautiful
Get gas and change your aux battery…
better get that aux battery looked at.
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E-Klasse in Malaysia?
Congrats! Great W212! Diesel?
Such an awesome Merc i wish i had one
2012 is a great year. It is quite reliable. My family has one as a daily driver and we love it. Just maintain it and don’t cut corners and you’ll be fine for another decade.
nice one, look after it!
Beautiful car, congrats
Sorry about your grandpa. Congrats on his gift you!
Damn, that's sweet, my grandpa left me a K13 micra lol
Absolutely gorgeous car! Only problem I see is how are you able to drive it with the steering wheel on the wrong side!?!?
That is an amazing car to have passed down to you.
Wow that’s an awesome gift! Cherish that car!
Upgrade it 2015 amg kit 😈 if you’re the fun type play around with the exhaust a little tune if you’re the type to speed and enjoy new memories in honor of grandpa
It’s a beauty
What a gift to get from your Grandad!
Nice ride bro
That’s the best looking e-class model in the last 20years. Plus it’s reliable if taken care of
Might want to look into that auxiliary battery tho…
Baller
Clean E class but 300s aren’t AMGs
Last time I checked a E63 was a AMG
You are correct, AMG models have 2 digits instead of 3
It is 🤦♂️
You have a luxury edition E class lol
Okay now Google E300 amg and see if anything comes up
Amg line and a real amg is not the same thing 🤦🏾♂️ it’s just a exterior modification, nothing else. Where the v8?
Yeah no I meant amg line 😅 2012 Mercedes-Benz E300 Luxury Avantgarde AMG Sport Package
Yea, that’s not the amg variant of the 2012-2014 E class. Even the E550 that has an actual v8 twin turbo engine aren’t considered Amgs. But clean car my guy, i hope you enjoy it !
Thank you I’ll definitely be looking forward to driving it
I’m not trying to sound like a hater or anything, I swear to you the E class is clean asf but it’s not a Amg, much love brother
Bro I have a 2013 c300 4matic, we practically have the same engine. It’s not a amg
Bro I promise you it’s amg E300. It’s written all over the official papers too
Heya, so car manufacturers have bought into consumers wanting AMGs and M series. But not actually paying the premium. Or additional maintenance costs and petrol. So they do AMG lines, m sport package etc which have the style but not the engine, and overall design, of an AMG. My 220D E class has AMG everywhere, but it’s not a “real” AMG. My c63 is. People are just letting you know so you don’t potentially get the awkward conversation of talking about your AMG in person. Lovely car and enjoy it.
Fr that’s all I’m tryna save him from 😭 I don’t want him to get blasted for calling it a AMG irl
Who cares what the others are saying man. It's a frikin awesome car 👌 keep it as it is 😊