2k round trip coming up. Have questions
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2k round trip coming up. Have questions
Hello all. In a couple of weeks I will be going on a drive from NYC to Central FL and back. My next oil change isn't due for another 1500 miles or so. I was wondering should I do it before this long trip? Or wait until I get back?
Also wondering what else to check/monitor during this ride. This is my first MB, but not my first German car. I know to check air pressure, coolant, spare tire, etc. Anything special that these cars like/need prior and after a long drive?
BTW, my car is a 2013 C300 4matic with 24k on the clock right now.
Also wondering what else to check/monitor during this ride. This is my first MB, but not my first German car. I know to check air pressure, coolant, spare tire, etc. Anything special that these cars like/need prior and after a long drive?
BTW, my car is a 2013 C300 4matic with 24k on the clock right now.
Last edited by joeyvaz; Jul 13, 2015 at 03:18 PM.
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Hello all. In a couple of weeks I will be going on a drive from NYC to Central FL and back. My next oil change isn't due for another 15 miles or so. I was wondering should I do it before this long trip? Or wait until I get back?
Also wondering what else to check/monitor during this ride. This is my first MB, but not my first German car. I know to check air pressure, coolant, spare tire, etc. Anything special that these cars like/need prior and after a long drive?
BTW, my car is a 2013 C300 4matic with 24k on the clock right now.
Also wondering what else to check/monitor during this ride. This is my first MB, but not my first German car. I know to check air pressure, coolant, spare tire, etc. Anything special that these cars like/need prior and after a long drive?
BTW, my car is a 2013 C300 4matic with 24k on the clock right now.
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I edited my post. Oil change is due in 1500 miles, not 15 miles.
I plan on checking all fluids prior to leaving. Was not planning on a wheel alignment since I had that done 4 weeks ago when I had my new rims and tires mounted.
Thanks, all.
I plan on checking all fluids prior to leaving. Was not planning on a wheel alignment since I had that done 4 weeks ago when I had my new rims and tires mounted.
Thanks, all.
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In all reality you'll probably be fine doing the service when you get back, but I would probably do it while in Florida (call and schedule so you get a loaner). I assume you'll be driving it even down there so you may rack up many more than 2k miles.
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Tyre pressures could be raised a little for prolonged high speed travel eg 36 psi all round . Higher in the rear if you have a load.
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