Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System - Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6 1989 Owner's Manual

MERCEDES-BENZ
Maintenance System
A maintenance booklet is included
with your car, listing all the mainte­
nance jobs that must be carried out
after the following mileages:
Routine Maintenance
Inspection at
1300-1600 km (800-1000 miles)
Lubrication Service every
12000 km (7500 miles)
Maintenance Service every
24 000 km (15000 miles)
Additional Work every
48 000 km (30 000 miles)
For additional details refer to the
Maintenance Booklet.
In the case of low mileage operation,
the Maintenance Service must be car­
ried out at least once every 2 years.
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Required every 12000 km
(7500 miles), or at least once a year
(fall) when using year-round multi­
grade oil; otherwise at least twice a
year (spring and fall).
For engine oil recommendations, see
page 102.
Severe Operating Conditions
Under severe operating conditions or
heavy use, it may be necessary to
carry out prescribed maintenance jobs
at shorter intervals, for example:
Engine: Oil change with filter change
every 6000 km (3750 miles).
Automatic transmission: Fluid change
without filter change every 24000 km
(15000 miles).
Tires: Inspect every 12000 km
(7500 miles).
Air filter: Clean or replace element
every 24 000 km (15 000 miles).
Note:
Severe operating conditions or heavy
use include: predominant city or short
distance driving, frequent mountain
driving, poor roads, dusty or muddy
conditions, etc..
Special Maintenance Measures
Brake fluid should be replaced an­
nually, preferably in the spring.
It is recommended to use only brake
fluid approved by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Do not mix different types of brake
fluids.
Flave the engine coolant (water/anti­
corrosion/antifreeze mixture) replaced
every three years (see " Fuels, Cool­
ants, Lubricants, etc.").
Maintenance Vouchers
Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer will certify in the maintenance
booklet that all lubrication and mainte­
nance services have been carried out
at the correct intervals.
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