40K mile service changed by MBUSA (tranny fluid change no longer required)
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I am not a MB dealer or such, but I did buy my 2 pk at 42k and my "40k" service came up at 44k on my dash counter so the $1200 service was done at 44k for me. I think it has to be 3-4 days before the service. So you can not go to the finance and buy the "pack" and then go to service the same day etc. But once its in the netstar, I doubt anyone checks any of that.
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I will see if I can get a better price from another dealer on the 3 pack for the V8. If not, it's still not a bad deal considering the expense of the 60 and 80 service. I am not as worried about the 90 and 100. Those should just be a service A and service B with brake fluid. I figure by them I will likely go to an indy to get them done for $120 (A) and $340 (B with brake fluid).
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I just received two quotes from my dealer. He quoted me at $699 as stated above for the 40k and 50k services and $999 for the 40k,50k, and 60k services. I think I might do the the 3 pack because the 60k includes spark plugs and another brake fluid flush. Would you guys recommend the 3 pack as well price-wise? Thanks
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I have a 2005 Toyota RAV4 with auto trans/4 cyl and it NEVER needs a transmission fluid change. Verified this with Toyota HQ. Has 70,000 miles on it and running great.
BTW, the 2010 "E" trans. change is every 4 years or 40,000 miles whichever comes first, supposedly.
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BTW, the 2010 "E" trans. change is every 4 years or 40,000 miles whichever comes first, supposedly.
More of "The Best or Nothing?"
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I just received two quotes from my dealer. He quoted me at $699 as stated above for the 40k and 50k services and $999 for the 40k,50k, and 60k services. I think I might do the the 3 pack because the 60k includes spark plugs and another brake fluid flush. Would you guys recommend the 3 pack as well price-wise? Thanks
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Also, I would think the price should be the same for the V8 and V6 in 2010/2011. The maintenance seems the same except the V8 needs two more spark plugs.
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2013 E350 BlueTec, 2011 VW Jetta TDI
My 2013 E350BT is due for the 40,000 Miles (60,000 KM) service and it requires the tranny fluid change!
I guess it's different here in Canada.
My dealer quoted me $$610.00 for the Service B + $460.00 for the Tranny service.
I guess it's different here in Canada.
My dealer quoted me $$610.00 for the Service B + $460.00 for the Tranny service.
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From: Vienna, VA
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I don't think the diesel got the 7g+ tranny till 2014. That's why it's still every 40k.
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I could be reading this wrong (posted by konigstiger here), but appears both engine 272 and 273 get plugs at 6/60k for MY11. Has this changed?
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
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I could be reading this wrong (posted by konigstiger here), but appears both engine 272 and 273 get plugs at 6/60k for MY11. Has this changed?
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
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I did my own B service a bit early, I think around 37k miles it was, and documented what I did, followed the maintenance checklist in the manual. Pretty straightforward stuff.
I had the tranny service done at the dealer for $325, included a check of the 4Matic components as well while they were under there.
I had the tranny service done at the dealer for $325, included a check of the 4Matic components as well while they were under there.
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1996 C280, 2010 E350 Previous: '52 300 Adenaeur, '59 220 S, '94 C180, '03 C320 4-Matic Sport
When you think of servicing, a lot depends on your situation. In almost every aspect of life there is a trade off between time and money. If you have the time, you can find ways to spend less money. If you are a top lawyer billing at $1000 per hour, you are not going to waste time looking for cheaper car service. Makes sense.
I think that MB service and their rates are pitched to the $1000 per hour lawyer. Or doctor or entrepreneur, etc.
I think MB tends to rip off their customers, but then don't all luxury brands ?
My experience with MB Manhattan in NYC supports my conclusion.
And since they have so many customers, if you aren't happy, they would rather you take a hike.
Sounds cynical, but sadly I think that is exactly their way of operating.
Does this begin to sound like a guy who has owned Mercedes Benz cars off and on for 50+ years and who may be on his last one ?
I think that MB service and their rates are pitched to the $1000 per hour lawyer. Or doctor or entrepreneur, etc.
I think MB tends to rip off their customers, but then don't all luxury brands ?
My experience with MB Manhattan in NYC supports my conclusion.
And since they have so many customers, if you aren't happy, they would rather you take a hike.
Sounds cynical, but sadly I think that is exactly their way of operating.
Does this begin to sound like a guy who has owned Mercedes Benz cars off and on for 50+ years and who may be on his last one ?
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I paid somewhere in 400-450 range at the dealer. Did the rest of it myself. Tranny is starting to have issues with kicking into 3rd (or maybe 4th?) when I'm coasting at 30 mph or so. Sometimes it's a nasty lurch and I'm wondering if it's something electronic or mechanical. Maybe I'll try resetting the ecu and see if that helps. 60k miles turned over yesterday.
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I could be reading this wrong (posted by konigstiger here), but appears both engine 272 and 273 get plugs at 6/60k for MY11. Has this changed?
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
Oddly, MY10 sheet (posted earlier in the same thread) shows plugs on 272/273 at 8/80k. Not sure why it changed for MY11.
The same post has the MY13/14 sheets that show the same intervals for the newer V6 and V8. MY 12 is earlier in the thread and shows 6/60k also.
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2022 GLE 450;
My 7G+ was shifting rough at the 1-2 shift so I took it to the dealer to look at it. After 4 weeks of following MB corporate instructions to tear down further and further, they finally identified the "B" bands which are on 4 month (or longer) backorder. Local dealer convinced MB to do a NEW transmission and torque converter, which is on the way, so that I wouldn't be without my car for 5-6 months total.
So with a 70000 mile service interval on the 7G_+, the next service on my NEW one will be when I am at 116,000 miles on the car.
I've been in a loaner car so long, my wifes boss commented to her that she finally got her car back. She had to point out "Uh...my car is white, not blue".
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If they'll do the tranny at 40k miles under your prepaid service then you're better off getting it done...better to be safe than sorry when it comes to drivetrain..If they don't then you should ask for a refund.
