Mercedes-Benz repair and maintenance
Mercedes-Benz is on TRUE Automotive’s list of makes. Current Mercedes models follow a Service A and Service B schedule, alternating a smaller and a larger service, and the car shows which is due.
When you book, give the model (for example C300), the year and what the service reminder says.
Common work on Mercedes-Benz
- Service A and Service B
- Service A centers on oil, filter and inspections. Service B adds items such as the cabin filter and brake fluid. The owner’s maintenance booklet lists both for your model.
- Coolant leaks
- A low coolant warning, a sweet smell or dried coolant around hoses and the radiator are reasons to book a cooling system inspection with a pressure test.
- Oil approval
- Mercedes-Benz engines require oil with an MB approval number listed in the owner’s manual, such as MB 229.5 or 229.51, depending on the engine.
Services for Mercedes-Benz
- Cooling system and coolant leaksOverheating, coolant leaks and heater problems: inspection of the radiator, hoses, water pump, thermostat and cooling fans.
- Scheduled maintenanceMaintenance by mileage and time: fluids, filters and the inspections your owner’s manual lists for your car’s age and mileage.
- Oil leaksFinding where oil is leaking from, including leaks that drip onto hot exhaust parts and cause a burning smell after driving.
- Check engine light and diagnosticsFinding the cause of a warning light, rough running or a fault that comes and goes, before any parts are replaced.
- BrakesBrake inspection and repair for squealing, grinding, a soft pedal, pulling or vibration when you stop.
Mercedes-Benz by shop
No shop has confirmed individual makes online yet. Everything listed here is on TRUE’s list for all 5 shops; call the shop to confirm before you go.