My reason for asking is that when I had service A, they told me that service B runs $600.

Reading the service interval charts, it looks like they're suppose to do service 3 and 4 also which in service 3 includes replacing the brake fluid.

First, did they replace the brake fluid and did they charge extra for that?

Second, does brake fluid normally need to be replaced at 26,000 miles?

Sounds right. I've seen 'B' for $499 around here.

1. Ignition key in position 2.
2. Use the page button to select odometer readout in cluster.
3. Use the scroll button to display FSS indicator.
4. Press 'R' button on cluster for approximately 2 seconds.
5. Display in cluster will advise "to reset service reminder - press 'R' button for approx. 3 seconds.
6. Press 'R' button on cluster for approximately 3 seconds.
7. Service reminder is reset.

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junjun,

Are you on the right thread?

Jimpap, that $600 seems steep. My Service B was around $325-$395. What is the other $$$ for?

bigben

That's what I'm trying to figure out.
Maybe its the brake fluid changeout thats actually service 3 or 4 that should be done at 26K. I don't know.

B service at caliber motors in Anaheim is $298. Got it yesterday.

That $298 seems more in line.

Jimpap, I would ask the SA or the SM to break that price down by item. That's what I do. Some of that stuff assumes some things.

gdogg,

What did it include??

a good idea i heard from someone on this forum was to fill up what fluids you could at your house before you take it in, it will be much cheaper for you to top them off then the stealership.

Correct! Those jerks charged my around $4 to add windshield wiper fluid. Never again!

MB has always recommended brake fluid change at two years. This must be in your manual.

My Service booklet states in the "Additional work section"that the brake fluid should be replaced every 2 years.

This is pretty standard across most vehicles from my experience.

I spoke with my mb dealer.

What they're saying is that you replace the brake fluid at 2 years.

Not necessarily at 26K miles.

I did service B this weekend .. .CDN$500 ... HOLY!

From experience: I let my Jeep's brake fluid stay in place for 8 years. No big deal, I thought. Until I had to rebuild my brakes. Seems that the fluid can cause damage if left in too long. Replacing it removes harmful broken-down fluid.

Why 8 years? Now with 9 years on it, the Jeep only has about 22K miles. So I wasn't thinking about corrosion, only about mileage. Big mistake.

just sent car in today for service B.

Prices at MB Laguna Niguel went up from $299 to $349.
I got an internet special $329.

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ok, got my car back from Laguna Niguel & i was charged for $299. Not sure why, but i like.