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Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Natural resources form the basis of our A regularly serviced vehicle will also help existence on this planet The objectives of protect the environment You should adhere our policy are for these resources to be used to the service intervals displayed by the sparingly and in a manner which takes the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System service requirements of both nature and humanity indicator, along with other maintenance into account work described in this booklet Our declared policy is integrated We recommend that you have services environmental protection This policy starts performed by your authorized Mercedes- at the root causes and encompasses in its Benz Dealer using Genuine Mercedes-Benz management decisions all the consequences parts for the environment which could arise from production processes or the products themselves You too can help to protect the environment by operating your Mercedes-Benz in an environmentally responsible manner Operating conditions and your individual driving style to a large extent influence fuel consumption and the rate of engine, brake, and tire wear To reduce fuel consumption...
If the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance showing types A or B in the multifunction System maintenance service counter was display The service type displayed inadvertently reset, have an authorized indicates whether a Minor (A) or Major Mercedes-Benz Dealer correct it. Please (B) service is required (e pages 14, 16) only reset if the proper maintenance service and is based on distance driven and time has been performed. Resetting the system elapsed since the last service without performing the proper maintenance...
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Severe operating conditions may call for configuration, tire rotation correspondingly sooner replacement of the Tire rotations can be performed on following items: vehicles with the same front and rear tire dimensions If your vehicle is equipped • INTERIOR FILTERS with the same tire dimensions all around, tires can be rotated by observing a front- (e g dust filter, recirculating air filter, to-rear rotation pattern that will maintain activated charcoal filter or combination the intended rotation (spinning) direction filter) are replaced as called for by the of the tire (on unidirectional tires, an arrow Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System on the sidewall indicates the intended Under severe dust conditions, or with rotation or spinning direction of the tire) In the Climate Control frequently operating some cases, such as when your vehicle is in the air recirculation mode, the filters configured with staggered size (different tire should be replaced correspondingly sizes, front vs rear), tire rotations are not sooner and changed more frequently possible than as called for by the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows for tire rotation, tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or...
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Have the coolant (water/ any judgment on the condition of these anticorrosion/antifreeze mixture) wear items Only a qualified technician replaced at the specified maintenance can determine if a wear item needs to be interval for your vehicle model replaced The coolant for the low temperature circuit should be replaced every 200,000 KM or 10 years Replacement of coolant may be required more frequently if coolant is not maintained according to instructions and/ or other than approved anticorrosion/ antifreeze products for your vehicle are being used For instructions on coolant, see “Coolants” in your vehicle Operator’s Manual For a listing of approved anticorrosion/antifreeze products for your vehicle, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer • BRAKE FLUID Brake fluid should be replaced every two years, preferably in the spring We recommend that you only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz A reminder for the next scheduled brake fluid replacement is affixed in the engine compartment Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
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Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Mercedes- Engine type MB sheet number Benz Maintenance System Conventional 229 5 petroleum-based oils must not be used for MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of vehicles equipped with the Mercedes-Benz oil containers. Maintenance System The following cases are not covered by the Viscosity grades for engine oils Mercedes-Benz New Car Limited Warranty: Using the chart below, select oil viscosity • Using engine oils and oil filters of according to the lowest air temperature specification other than those expressly...
Dealer to determine the cause, e g leaks or worn brake pads • Windshield washing system - If the washer fluid level drops below the minimum level, the windshield washer fluid level warning appears Add washer fluid mixed with Mercedes-Benz windshield washer solvent/concentrate, test function and check wiper blades • Lighting System • Tire condition and pressures – Check at least every other week Please refer to section “Tires and wheels” in the Operator’s Manual for guidelines and correct procedures to check tire condition and pressures Please use only factory approved service products See your Mercedes-Benz dealer for more information on selecting the proper fluids, lubricants, and oils for your vehicle Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
We strongly recommend that you have Other than the maintenance services your vehicle serviced by your authorized described, the Service Booklet does not Mercedes-Benz Dealer which is fully record or reflect any repair work that may equipped to provide this service. have been performed to your vehicle Please note that engines have to be serviced Please keep those receipts with your vehicle in accordance with special instructions records...
Emission System Maintenance Emission System Maintenance Gasoline Engines The U S Environmental Protection Agency and, in California, the Air Resources Board have certified that the emission control systems of your vehicle comply with the applicable exhaust emission standards for MY 2015 vehicles This vehicle also complies with the applicable Canadian Motor Vehicle Emission Standards To be certain that the emission control systems function as designed, regular maintenance is necessary for components of the vehicle which affect exhaust and evaporative emissions composition The vehicle owner is responsible for the regular maintenance of the emission control system, as well as the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 (displayed on the pump) in all gasoline engine models unless otherwise specified Refer to your Warranty book and Operator’s Manual for additional information Failure to properly maintain the emission system may result in repairs not being covered by the emission system warranties Explanations of each maintenance job are given on (e page 12) Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
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Irregular engine running conditions a) In all gasoline engine models, use should be corrected immediately by an only premium unleaded gasoline with authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer. Such an anti-knock index of at least 91 irregular running conditions can influence (as displayed on the pump) unless the proper function of the emission otherwise specified. Damage to the...
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Description of Emission System Maintenance Description of Emission System Replace engine air filter Maintenance Jobs Under normal dust conditions, replace engine air filter according to the The composition of exhaust emissions is specifications outlined in this booklet for influenced not only by the special emission your vehicle Clean engine air filter cover and control equipment, but also by various housing prior to removal of engine air filter engine components and their adjustments Under severe dusty operating conditions the Therefore, emission system maintenance engine air filter element must be replaced must include these engine components more frequently Some maintenance jobs are actually only tests They are important however, because they allow early detection of discrepancies Replace fuel filter which can later lead to increased exhaust emissions It is generally less expensive to have such items adjusted immediately rather Replace the fuel filter according to the specifications outlined in this booklet for...
Maintenance Service Descriptions Required Vehicle Maintenance Service Work (including Emission System Maintenance) Notes: Maintenance services must be performed at the number of KM or years (whichever comes first) as indicated, except where no time interval available or otherwise noted If your vehicle exceeds the KM shown in the maintenance service overview, continue to maintain the vehicle by having performed the maintenance services at the time or KM intervals (whichever comes first) Detailed descriptions for each maintenance service can be found starting on (e page For description of emission system maintenance jobs, see (e page 10) Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
Maintenance Service Descriptions Service A at 20,000 KM or 1 year; then every 40,000 KM or 2 years (Engine 270) Check the following fluid levels, correct if necessary. If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and perform repair (at an additional charge) Brake system •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service A at 20,000 KM or 1 year; then every 40,000 KM or 2 years (Engine 270) Function check Horn, warning indicator lamps, illumination and interior / exterior lighting, high beam flasher, daytime • running lights Windshield wipers, windshield washer systems, headlamp cleaning system • Wheels, brakes Inspect tires for damages and splits, measure tread depth (record in mm) • Correct tire inflation • Trunk Check trunk / cargo area lighting • Vehicle front Check wiper blade condition • Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service B at 40,000 KM or 2 years; then every 40,000 KM or 2 years (Engine 270) Engine compartment Leakage - Major components Check all visible parts in engine compartment for damage and leaks • Check condition of poly-V-belt • Check the following fluid levels, correct if necessary. If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and perform repair (at an additional charge) Brake system •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service B at 40,000 KM or 2 years; then every 40,000 KM or 2 years (Engine 270) Interior Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster • Check and replace combination filter, if necessary • Activate Tire Pressure Monitoring System (if applicable) • Function check Check parking brake (function test only) • Horn, warning indicator lamps, illumination and interior / exterior lighting, high beam flasher, daytime • running lights Windshield wipers, windshield washer systems, headlamp cleaning system • Check seat belts and buckles for signs of external damage and proper function • Wheels, brakes Check tires for damage, crack formation and tread depth (record in mm) •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service B at 40,000 KM or 2 years; then every 40,000 KM or 2 years (Engine 270) Underside of vehicle Leakage - Major components In the event of leakage, determine cause and perform repair (at an additional charge) Check for chafe marks, line routing, damage components •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service 3 - at every 20,000 KM or 1 year (Engine 270) Engine compartment Engine - oil and filter change • Service 4 - at every 2 years Engine compartment Replace brake fluid • Service 5, 6, 7 - not applicable Service 8 - at every 80,000 KM or 4 years (Engine 270) Engine compartment Replace air-cleaner insert •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service 9 - not applicable Service 10 - every 60,000 KM or 3 years Passenger compartment Panoramic sliding roof: Clean and lubricate guide mechanism • (if applicable) Service 11 - every 200,000 KM or 10 years Passenger compartment Replace fuel filter • Service 12 - every 100,000 KM or 5 years Engine compartment Replace spark plugs •...
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Maintenance Service Descriptions Service 13 - every 200,000 KM or 10 years Replace coolant • Service 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 - not applicable Service 20 - at every 100,000 KM or 5 years Underside of vehicle Automatic transmission - oil and filter change • (Engine 270 with transmission 724.0) Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
Pre-Delivery Inspection Confirmation Carried out in compliance with manufacturer’s instructions Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Maintenance service completed: _____________________________________________________ Rubber stamp/Signature Warning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying out any maintenance work...
Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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Confirmations Maintenance service For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance service starting on page 14 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Date Odometer Repair order no (if applicable) Next maintenance due: KM Next maintenance due: Month/year Replaced: Oil Brand / viscosity: Engine oil Engine oil Oil - automatic transmission n n n n n n n n n n n n Rear axle differential fluid Brake fluid Rear axle differential fluid n n n n n n n n n n n n Automatic transmission Brake pads front axle Brake pads rear axle...
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