We have a '14 ML350 CPO that's coming up for its 4/40. As a first time MB owner, I consulted the Maint Manual. I was surprised to see how much inspection is "REQUIRED".
It got me a bit worried about subsequent warranty work if this work isn't done by a dealer. I like going to the local dealer and I suppose they have to fund the loaners, free ice cream cones and car wash somehow. I was hoping to get away with a basic "A" service plus a brake fluid flush. Am I overthinking this?
(Pardon the cut and paste mishmash. The dots as you know denote which class gets what so not really germane to this discussion).
Required Service Work
C-Class
CLA-Class
CL-Class
CLS-Class
E-Class
GL-Class
GLK-Class
M-Class
SL-Class
SLK-Class
Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and hinges on
engine hood for proper operation
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Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • •
Replace fuel filter (engine 642, 651) • • • •
Clean visible area of water deflector • • • • • • •
Check water drain in air/water duct for
obstructions; clean if soiled
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Fill up DEF (engine 642, 651) • • • •
Reset maintenance service indicator in
instrument cluster
• • • • • • • • • •
Check starter using STAR DIAGNOSIS tester
(E 400 HYBRID only)
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Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination filter and/or dust filter
(where applicable)
• • • • • • • • • •
Check thickness of brake pads, front and
rear
• • • • • • • • • •
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare tire
(where applicable)
• • • • • • • • • •
Leakage – Major components: Check for
chafe marks, line routing, damaged
components. In the event of leakage,
determine cause and perform repair with
separate work order
• • • • • • • • • •
Check DEF lines and components for leaks
and damage (engine 642, 651)
• • • •
Visually inspect condition of front axle ball
joints, rubber boots
• • • • • • • • • •
Visually inspect condition of rear axle ball
joints, rubber boots
• •
Visually inspect condition of driveshaft
flexible disks
• • • • • • • • •
Visually inspect condition of steering
mechanical components, rubber boots
• • • • • • • • • •
Automatic transmission – oil and filter
change (engine 156, 157, 275)
• • • • •
Replace rear axle differential fluid (limited
slip differential only)
• • • • •
Replace air filter (except engine 275) • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels; correct
if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and
perform repair with separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze and
corrosion protection (engine 275, main
circuit)
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Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering (where applicable) • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (ABC) (if applicable) • •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test only) • • • • • • • • • •
Trailer hitch: Check condition and
functionality
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