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What is included in a Service A?

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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 07:27 PM
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What is included in a Service A?

I have no intention of going to a dealer, but may do any step that is meaningful (i.e. I'll skip the "inspect belts & hoses" step).

This is from a non MB web site:

Flexible Service System - A-Service (1998 through 2004 Models)

> Change engine oil and filter.

> Replace dust filter in all SLK, CLK, C-Class and E-Class models.

> Ensure the warning and indicator lamps, horn, windshield/headlamp wiper and washer systems, and seat belts are functioning correctly. (Tough job!)

> Inspect tires and check tire pressure (including spare).

> Inspect brake pad thickness and disc condition.

> Check and correct all fluid levels.

> Reset vehicle's FSS counter. (This is the $300 step!)

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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 07:28 PM
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Oil change, Car wash, Coffee...
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 07:36 PM
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Not an AMG :(
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Oil change, Car wash, Coffee...
damn you rlee! I think I just f'ed up my monitor by hitting it!
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 07:54 PM
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If you have your original manuals for the vechile, it's in the back pages.
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 09:12 PM
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Note that several time/mileage specific tasks are not included with the standard A or B services.

The schedules themselves look something like -

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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by splinter
Note that several time/mileage specific tasks are not included with the standard A or B services.
That's mostly true. But I've been fortunate to have really good SA's at my local dealership, and have included some of the time/mileage specific tasks during my Service A & B.

I think it's just personality driven at certain MB dealerships. I've heard awesome tales of kindness, and horrifying stories of rudeness.

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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 08:39 AM
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Service A

Would you guys mind telling me how much you spent on Service A for your C32's? ($$, Dealer/Non-Dealer).

I need to take mine in this week. TIA!
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