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10-17-2011, 09:27 PM
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Hello all, just like to pop in and introduce myself! 
I drive a c class so I've spent a lot of time at the C class forum, but now my father had just ordered a E-220 Elegance model for my mother as a surprise gift, so I guess I'll be dropping by the E class forum quite often now too
First of all, I want to ask about servicing, as I've only got my C for just 6 months, and my service comes once a yr as it is a diesel, so I'm still quite unfamiliar with these things.
My father told me that the sales rep suggested servicing at every 8k, with major servicing at 30k, 60k and 90k at the cost of 30k-50k or more Taiwan Dollars ( $976-$1627 AUD). When he suggested to the rep that my C only gets its service done at every 15k, the rep told him that its because I'm situated in Australia so the car is required to travel further, where as in Taiwan the cars travels lesser distance and therefore by the time it reaches 15k it'll be way over its service time.
In simple, both my mum and my car are diesel models, but her service comes much earlier then mine does. Can you guys give me some idea here??
cheers
I drive a c class so I've spent a lot of time at the C class forum, but now my father had just ordered a E-220 Elegance model for my mother as a surprise gift, so I guess I'll be dropping by the E class forum quite often now too
First of all, I want to ask about servicing, as I've only got my C for just 6 months, and my service comes once a yr as it is a diesel, so I'm still quite unfamiliar with these things.
My father told me that the sales rep suggested servicing at every 8k, with major servicing at 30k, 60k and 90k at the cost of 30k-50k or more Taiwan Dollars ( $976-$1627 AUD). When he suggested to the rep that my C only gets its service done at every 15k, the rep told him that its because I'm situated in Australia so the car is required to travel further, where as in Taiwan the cars travels lesser distance and therefore by the time it reaches 15k it'll be way over its service time.
In simple, both my mum and my car are diesel models, but her service comes much earlier then mine does. Can you guys give me some idea here??
cheers
10-17-2011, 10:57 PM
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None of that makes sense.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
10-18-2011, 09:24 AM
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None of that makes sense.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
10-18-2011, 09:56 AM
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None of that makes sense.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
1) Maintenance is based on mileage more than on time. Time is only a factor when one doesn't drive many miles.
2) In order for your warrany to remain in effect Mercedes requires that you follow their maintenance schedule and do all the items required at each maintenance interval. The required maintenance schedule should be in a booklet you received with your car(s).
3) You certainly can do any maintenance item more often....some replace oil every 3000 or 5000 miles, no matter what is recommended....but that is up to you.
Maintenance is also based on regional requirements and depends on fuel type and expected driving habits. The maintenance requirements in Germany are different from those in the US.
Some services (brake fluid for example) is time based. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and the miles driven are irrelevant.
You must use approved fluids and parts in order to keep your warranty intact.
10-18-2011, 06:41 PM
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Hello all, just like to pop in and introduce myself!
I drive a c class so I've spent a lot of time at the C class forum, but now my father had just ordered a E-220 Elegance model for my mother as a surprise gift, so I guess I'll be dropping by the E class forum quite often now too
First of all, I want to ask about servicing, as I've only got my C for just 6 months, and my service comes once a yr as it is a diesel, so I'm still quite unfamiliar with these things.
My father told me that the sales rep suggested servicing at every 8k, with major servicing at 30k, 60k and 90k at the cost of 30k-50k or more Taiwan Dollars ( $976-$1627 AUD). When he suggested to the rep that my C only gets its service done at every 15k, the rep told him that its because I'm situated in Australia so the car is required to travel further, where as in Taiwan the cars travels lesser distance and therefore by the time it reaches 15k it'll be way over its service time.
In simple, both my mum and my car are diesel models, but her service comes much earlier then mine does. Can you guys give me some idea here??
cheers
I drive a c class so I've spent a lot of time at the C class forum, but now my father had just ordered a E-220 Elegance model for my mother as a surprise gift, so I guess I'll be dropping by the E class forum quite often now too
First of all, I want to ask about servicing, as I've only got my C for just 6 months, and my service comes once a yr as it is a diesel, so I'm still quite unfamiliar with these things.
My father told me that the sales rep suggested servicing at every 8k, with major servicing at 30k, 60k and 90k at the cost of 30k-50k or more Taiwan Dollars ( $976-$1627 AUD). When he suggested to the rep that my C only gets its service done at every 15k, the rep told him that its because I'm situated in Australia so the car is required to travel further, where as in Taiwan the cars travels lesser distance and therefore by the time it reaches 15k it'll be way over its service time.
In simple, both my mum and my car are diesel models, but her service comes much earlier then mine does. Can you guys give me some idea here??
cheersJust my experience:
I used to drive a Chevy Tahoe. It had the oil life % display for the engine, which I think was set based on 3000 mile. So it would mean that when my oil life reaches 0% at 3000 miles it is time to change engine oil.
My driving is almost all highway so I get a lot of miles compared to city driving if we look at engine revolutions. I still changed my oil every 3000 miles when the oil life was showing between 60 -70%, i.e. I could have driven three times longer between oil changes.
This shows how driving habit has a lot to do with the engine oil life. I'm not sure but I think MB service counter goes quite strongly based on the miles and not what the engine actually does.
Another thing to notice for people who wonder how these cars can go 10 ooo miles between oil changes. My E350 V6 has 8 quart oil volume. That is 2 quarts more than my 5.3L V8 on my Tahoe had, i.e. more oil volume extends oil life, naturally.
10-18-2011, 09:31 PM
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Thank you all for your contributions, it sure has helped me understand.
Though the other main concern here is the pricing for the service, I've just called up my local dealer in regards to service fee, which I was quoted for $575 AUD approx. for service A on my C-class, I would assume that servicing the E may cost more then that, but does the major servicing price of $976-$1627 AUD seem reasonable for you guys??
Obviously I understand that the service fees varies throughout different countries, though I would like to hear from you all for an understanding on what pricing seems reasonable for the owners which my father could use as a guide.
Though the other main concern here is the pricing for the service, I've just called up my local dealer in regards to service fee, which I was quoted for $575 AUD approx. for service A on my C-class, I would assume that servicing the E may cost more then that, but does the major servicing price of $976-$1627 AUD seem reasonable for you guys??
Obviously I understand that the service fees varies throughout different countries, though I would like to hear from you all for an understanding on what pricing seems reasonable for the owners which my father could use as a guide.
10-20-2011, 08:35 AM
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So you mum is a diesel too? What is she...a 2.5....a 3.0?
(Sorry,couldn't help myself)
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Oil life gauges are not based on miles for the most part. It is calculated by a computer based on speed, RPM's, and temperature. However, some older cars do base it on miles. All GM cars that show a % use the first method whereas most Chrysler's and older cars will use the latter.
These Mercedes engines are Alusil. Oil changes should be done every 7000-8000 miles for the "old man" style driver. For aggressive drivers, every 5000
These Mercedes engines are Alusil. Oil changes should be done every 7000-8000 miles for the "old man" style driver. For aggressive drivers, every 5000
