CLK 500 35.000 miles maintenance
11-20-2012, 08:15 PM
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CLK 500 35.000 miles maintenance
Hi all. I just bought an used CLK 500 2004. I already changed the oil (Mobil 1 0w40, is it ok?) and oil filter.
Here in brazil the MB parts cost an fortune so I'd like to order all parts from US or UK. Could you guys tell me what I should order (parts/brands)?
Even if I don't need to replace right now I would prefer order and keep them. Brake pads?Brake discs? Air filter? Spark plugs? Please, I will be grateful if you guys point me the parts and also the best brand for each one.
Thank you all so much.
Ricardo
Here in brazil the MB parts cost an fortune so I'd like to order all parts from US or UK. Could you guys tell me what I should order (parts/brands)?
Even if I don't need to replace right now I would prefer order and keep them. Brake pads?Brake discs? Air filter? Spark plugs? Please, I will be grateful if you guys point me the parts and also the best brand for each one.
Thank you all so much.
Ricardo
11-20-2012, 11:31 PM
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As long as it was Mobile 1 0w40 "European formula" that meets MB spec 229.5, then you're good. As for other services, I recommend following the maintenance manual:
http://www.mbusa.com/vcm/MB/DigitalA...ss_slclass.pdf
On item not covered int he maintenance manual, but something important is a transmissions service. Based on experience, I recommend doing a fluid and filter change every 40K miles. You will only be able to change about 4l out of a total of almost 12l of fluid, but it's better than nothing, plus changing the filter is a good preventative maintenance as well. Unless you are very skilled, I would not recommend it as a DIY.
As for parts, I am not sure if you will find too many US/UK sellers willing to ship to Brazil.
http://www.mbusa.com/vcm/MB/DigitalA...ss_slclass.pdf
On item not covered int he maintenance manual, but something important is a transmissions service. Based on experience, I recommend doing a fluid and filter change every 40K miles. You will only be able to change about 4l out of a total of almost 12l of fluid, but it's better than nothing, plus changing the filter is a good preventative maintenance as well. Unless you are very skilled, I would not recommend it as a DIY.
As for parts, I am not sure if you will find too many US/UK sellers willing to ship to Brazil.
11-21-2012, 07:11 AM
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Thanks Rodney. I took my car to a MB expert before I purchase. This guy changed the oil ,oil filter and also the gear socket ( not sure if its the correct name in english). He said it had a little oil coming off the part so it was replaced and he also complete the oil level with 2 more litres. Is it the transmission service you mean? What about the brake pads.. spark plugs,etc? What are the best brands?
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Ricardo
Regards
Ricardo
