Car Techniks
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ASE Ceramics are Hot

European automakers have mostly used low-metallic friction materials to date. Low metallic formulas offer good braking performance but tend to be noisy and wear quickly. Low metallic compounds can also leave a black grimy residue on alloy wheels that makes them look dirty.

A recent J.D. Powers survey in Germany revealed that many European car owners are not that happy with their brakes and would prefer quieter, cleaner, longer-lasting brake linings. The same probably holds true for owners of European luxury makes here, too. That’s why ceramic linings are growing in popularity.

Ceramics provide good braking performance, quiet operation and low dusting. They’re kinder to rotors than semi-metallic pads, too.


Factory-Scheduled Maintenance

We perform factory-scheduled maintenance, such as oil changes, tune-ups, and more extensive repairs such as powertrain, chassis and electrical, to maintain your car's warranty.

  Mercedes-Benz Flexible Service System  
Mercedes-Benz Like any machine that achieves extraordinary extremes of performance, your Mercedes-Benz requires regular maintenance. And taking care of your Mercedes-Benz is probably a lot easier and more affordable than you think.

When your Model year 1998 and newer vehicles' Flexible Service System indicates it's time for service, take your vehicle to our shop, where our expert technicians perform routine services and maintenance.

Generally, you can expect to drive your Mercedes approximately 10,000 miles between services - and as many as 20,000 miles - depending on which model you drive, how you drive it and the severity of your driving conditions.
Maximum service intervals may be limited by time duration, depending on how you drive. We classify Required Vehicle Service as A-Service (minor) ,   B-Service (major) and C-Service (major).

All scheduled service is necessary to maintain your vehicle in optimal operating condition and to avoid damage to your vehicle not covered by the warranty. We strongly recommend you take your Mercedes-Benz to our shop for all service work.

FLEXIBLE SERVICE SYSTEM PACKAGE LIST

A - Service Schedule (minor)

  • Vehicle Passenger Compartment
    • Reset Flexible Service System (FSS) counter in instrument cluster.
    • Replace dust filter.
    • Horn, headlamp flasher, hazard flasher, turn signals.
    • Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting.
    • Exterior lighting incl. headlamps.
    • Windshield wipers, windshield washer system.
    • Headlamp cleaning system.
    • Check seat belts for damage and proper function.
    • If so equipped: Battery, wet cell; Check acid level, replenish.
    • Check battery condition using "Midtronics MCR 717" Tester.
  • Engine Compartment
    • Change engine oil and renew filter element.
    • Fully synthetic engine oil
    • Check and correct fluid level:
    • - Engine cooling system, antifreeze and corrosion protection.
    • - Brake system.
    • - Windshield washer.
    • Lubricate catch, safety catch and hinges on engine hood.
  • Brakes
    • Brake Discs / Pads: Check overall thickness condition & surfaces with a measuring gauge *
    • Parking Brake: Check lever travel, adjust according to directive if necessary *
    • Alloy wheels: Grease centre hub *
  • Tires
    • Check tires and wheels: external condition on both sides, depth of thread condition, tire pressures (including spare wheel), correct sizes.
  • Steering
    • Check steering: steering box, steering linkage, joint disc, threaded connections, freedom from leaks, tension of power steering V-belt.
  • Seat belt
    • Check seat belts: condition & correct operation.
B - Service Schedule (major)

  • Vehicle Passenger Compartment
    • Read & Print All Diagnostic Codes (Engine and Transmission).
    • Reset Flexible Service System (FSS) counter in instrument cluster.
    • Replace dust filter.
    • Horn, headlamp flasher, hazard flasher, turn signals.
    • Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting.
    • Exterior lighting incl. headlamps.
    • Windshield wipers, windshield washer system.
    • Headlamp cleaning system.
    • Check seat belts for damage and proper function.
    • If so equipped: Battery, wet cell; Check acid level, replenish.
    • Check battery condition using "Midtronics MCR 717" Tester.
  • Brake Test
    • Brake test on dynamometer or test drive. Check parking brake and run in according to specifications (on vehicles with 4MATIC, ASR, ETS, ESP observe instructions in Maintenance Manual!).
  • Wheels, Brakes
    • Remove and reinstall wheels, rotate if necessary, does not apply for vehicles with different tire sizes front/rear.
    • Check brake pads for lining thickness front/rear.
    • Check condition of brake discs front and rear.
    • Check tires for damage and condition.
    • Measure and record tread depth. Correct tire inflation pressure.
  • Vehicle Underbody
    • Visual check for: Leakage - Major components.
    • Chafe marks, line routing, components.
    • Check condition of front axle ball joints.
    • Check condition of steering's mechanical components.
  • Engine Compartment
    • Engine oil and filter change.
    • Fully synthetic engine oil
    • Visually check: Leakage - Major components.
    • Chafe marks, line routing, components.
    • Check and correct fluid level:
    • - Engine cooling system, antifreeze and corrosion protection.
    • - Level control (wagon only) Brake system.
    • - Power steering.
    • - A/C refrigerant level.
    • - Windshield washer system.
    • Check condition of poly-V-belt.
    • Lubricate throttle linkage, check function and condition.
    • Lubricate catch, safety catch and hinges on engine hood.
  • Front, Rear of Vehicle
    • Replace windshield wiper rubber inserts.
    • Inspect headlamp range adjustment of headlamps (NOT for xenon headlamps).
    • Inspect headlamp setting, adjust to correct setting.
    • Inspect condition of wiper blade for rear window.
    • Inspect fluid level of rear window washer, correct.
  • Tires
    • Correct tire inflation pressure in spare tire.
C - Service Schedule (major)

  • Service Includes:
    • All of the "A" Service and "B" Service.
    • Replace Fuel Filters (gasoline and diesel).
    • Service the Transmission.
    • Replace the Power Steering Fluid and Filter.
    • Reminder Card for Next Service Needed.
Other Services Offered

  • Engine Repair
  • Air Conditioning
  • Electrical Diagnostic and Repair
  • Complete Exhaust Repair
  • Emissions Failures Repair
  • Brakes & Shocks/Struts
  • Suspension Front/Rear
  • Coolant System Flush (every 2-3 years)
  • Pre-Purchase Evaluation/Health Check
  • Health Check With Scanner Test
We service only European cars. Some repairs cannot be priced out over the phone without seeing the vehicle first but we will always try our best to answer your questions.

Note: Items marked with * are applicable to certain model types. Some models may differ in their requirements. Please consult your Owner's Manual for complete information.