- 02/28/2014
- 1 Min Read
- By: Kyle Bascombe
Everything you Need to Know About Mercedes Service A & B
So you've bought that shiny new Mercedes and you're driving it all over town. All of a sudden, mundane errands seem fun as you cruise the streets. After a while, you start seeing those miles add up and then "SERVICE A" pups up on your cluster.
So, what is Service A? Below, I will break these services down with the lowest prices that I have seen from a few different dealers across the country. Keep in mind these prices can and will change, and sometimes for the worse. Now, I'm not saying run out to your local dealer and spend the money on these services. Basically, all they consist of are inspections of regular maintenance items that you can do yourself.
A SERVICE (~ $205.95 + tax*) :
- Inspect and record tread depth, and correct tire pressure
- Rotate tires (excludes AMG, Sports Models, SLK, and vehicles with staggered wheels)
- Engine oil change and oil filter replacement
- Includes Mobil 1 synthetic oil
- Lubrication service
- Includes hood hinges, lock cylinders, striker plates, sun roof tracks and top off all fluids
- Cooling system inspection
- Includes antifreeze protection level, hoses and clamps
- Brake inspection
- Includes check of pad thickness and condition of discs, fluids and lines
- Inspect heating and ventilation dust filter, replace if needed. (Replacement additional. Dust filter prices vary by model)
- Function check
- Includes warning lamps, headlights, exterior lights, seat belts, windshield wiper and washer
- Inspect and lubricate throttle linkage
- Check and clean air filter*
- Reset flexible service system counter
B SERVICE (~ $379.95 + tax*) :
- Inspect windshield wiper inserts and service windshield washer system (Replacement of wiper inserts additional*).
- Inspect and rotate tires, record tread depth, and correct tire pressure. (Wheel balance additional*).
- Excludes AMG, Sports Models, SLK, and vehicles with staggered wheels
- Engine oil change and oil filter replacement
- Includes Mobil 1 synthetic oil
- Lubrication service
- Includes hood hinges, lock cylinders, striker plates, sun roof tracks and top off all fluids
- Cooling system inspection
- Includes antifreeze protection level, hoses and clamps
- Brake inspection
- Includes check of pad thickness and condition of discs, fluids and lines
- Inspect heating and ventilation dust filter, replace if needed. (Replacement additional*. Dust filter prices vary by model)
- Function check
- Includes warning lamps, headlights, exterior lights, seat belts, windshield wiper and washer
- Inspect and lubricate throttle linkage
- Check and clean air filter*
- Reset flexible service system counter
- Inspect front axle ball joints; check steering play and power steering clutch; and rear differential levels
- Inspect Poly V-Belt for condition
- Inspect starting and charging system and service battery
- Inspect climate control refrigerant
* Not included in total/amount may vary depending on location
I'm not saying stay away from the dealer completely, as there are software updates that are needed for the TCU and ECU. The same goes for the transmission services. It's best to have your local dealer perform these tasks. With a little know how and a little time you can save some money from these services and be good to go. You can get your exact service schedule at MBUSA.com and you can view our full range of Genuine, OEM & Aftermarket Mercedes Replacement Parts for your vehicle.
Also, if you search the forums, there are DIY's to show you step by step how to reset the maintenance reminders and bring the cluster back to its normal state.
FCP offers a wide range of Genuine, OEM & Aftermarket Mercedes Parts
How to reset maintenance service reminder
Trim Specific Service Schedules
