First oil change for new E55?
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First oil change for new E55?
My 2002 E55 now has 5650 miles. When would it be advisable to get an oil change? Should I wait for the scheduled service or get one sooner? I've heard some people suggest an oil change every 3000 miles is a good idea but I don't know if that would apply to my new E55 (which I would like to keep in the best shape possible). By the way, while I've had a number of first rate cars, the E55 is more enjoyable to drive than any of them.
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Just change the oil now,the expense well justifies your peace of mind.I always change it in a new car ,regardless of what the manual says,it never hurts th have fresh oil in the crankcase.
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The FSS schedule is sufficient. However, if you want to change it more often that is up to you.
I believe in the technology and think the Mercedes recommended levels are just fine. Mercedes would not recommended it if not necessary and since the new cars are under warranty they would be shooting themselves if the cars needed to have the engines replaced due to oil failure.
That old adage or 'wives tale' of changing the oil every 3k miles will never go away.
I believe in the technology and think the Mercedes recommended levels are just fine. Mercedes would not recommended it if not necessary and since the new cars are under warranty they would be shooting themselves if the cars needed to have the engines replaced due to oil failure.
That old adage or 'wives tale' of changing the oil every 3k miles will never go away.
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I agree with Kev.
Think about it from this perspective: MB has a warranty obligation to take care of the car for at least 3 years.
It is in MB's interest to make as sure as possible that the car does not require expensive service repairs during that time, so they should be setting the bar as low as possible to minimize their own risk.
That is, they'll not err on the side of fewer vs more oil changes if they have any inkling that this will adversely affect the car's maintenance requirements.
As such, their published recommendations should be trustworthy.
But...certainly nothing wrong with extra oil changes if it makes you sleep better. Just don't feel obligated.
Think about it from this perspective: MB has a warranty obligation to take care of the car for at least 3 years.
It is in MB's interest to make as sure as possible that the car does not require expensive service repairs during that time, so they should be setting the bar as low as possible to minimize their own risk.
That is, they'll not err on the side of fewer vs more oil changes if they have any inkling that this will adversely affect the car's maintenance requirements.
As such, their published recommendations should be trustworthy.
But...certainly nothing wrong with extra oil changes if it makes you sleep better. Just don't feel obligated.
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I had this exact conversation with the service department at my local dealer about 12 months ago.
It is not a technology issue, it is a marketing one, the increased service intervals that result from the new system equating to reduced running costs. Since the introduction of the increased service intervals there has, according to my dealer, been a significant increase in warranty claims. EVERY car that i have prurchased prior to the MB has required n oil change after break in.
It is not an old wives tale to change oil on a new motor after 1000 miles. After break in period there are quantities of metal particles from the break in process, now circulating the engine. A special blend of oil is also usually used.
On our SLK we had the oil changed after the running in period 1500km. I do not regret spending the money and consider it a wise investment.
It is not a technology issue, it is a marketing one, the increased service intervals that result from the new system equating to reduced running costs. Since the introduction of the increased service intervals there has, according to my dealer, been a significant increase in warranty claims. EVERY car that i have prurchased prior to the MB has required n oil change after break in.
It is not an old wives tale to change oil on a new motor after 1000 miles. After break in period there are quantities of metal particles from the break in process, now circulating the engine. A special blend of oil is also usually used.
On our SLK we had the oil changed after the running in period 1500km. I do not regret spending the money and consider it a wise investment.
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Originally posted by stephens
I had this exact conversation with the service department at my local dealer about 12 months ago.
It is not a technology issue, it is a marketing one, the increased service intervals that result from the new system equating to reduced running costs. Since the introduction of the increased service intervals there has, according to my dealer, been a significant increase in warranty claims. EVERY car that i have prurchased prior to the MB has required n oil change after break in.
It is not an old wives tale to change oil on a new motor after 1000 miles. After break in period there are quantities of metal particles from the break in process, now circulating the engine. A special blend of oil is also usually used.
On our SLK we had the oil changed after the running in period 1500km. I do not regret spending the money and consider it a wise investment.
I had this exact conversation with the service department at my local dealer about 12 months ago.
It is not a technology issue, it is a marketing one, the increased service intervals that result from the new system equating to reduced running costs. Since the introduction of the increased service intervals there has, according to my dealer, been a significant increase in warranty claims. EVERY car that i have prurchased prior to the MB has required n oil change after break in.
It is not an old wives tale to change oil on a new motor after 1000 miles. After break in period there are quantities of metal particles from the break in process, now circulating the engine. A special blend of oil is also usually used.
On our SLK we had the oil changed after the running in period 1500km. I do not regret spending the money and consider it a wise investment.
I think a major reason for car manufacturers extended drain intervals is environmental issues and perceived "cost of operation" issues. Just my opinion.
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Speedee Lube vs. dealer for oil change?
For a basic oil change, is it safe to take a 2002 E55 to Speedee Lube (or equivalent), as opposed to a Mercedes dealer? Speedee Lube is much more convenient - they do the oil change while you wait. But if there is something about the E55 that their workers might be unfamiliar with, could that be a problem?
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Re: Speedee Lube vs. dealer for oil change?
Originally posted by larkave
For a basic oil change, is it safe to take a 2002 E55 to Speedee Lube (or equivalent), as opposed to a Mercedes dealer? Speedee Lube is much more convenient - they do the oil change while you wait. But if there is something about the E55 that their workers might be unfamiliar with, could that be a problem?
For a basic oil change, is it safe to take a 2002 E55 to Speedee Lube (or equivalent), as opposed to a Mercedes dealer? Speedee Lube is much more convenient - they do the oil change while you wait. But if there is something about the E55 that their workers might be unfamiliar with, could that be a problem?
I got the oil siphon pump from Griot's Garage and a platic wrench for the oil fitler cartrige cap. It takes about 15 minutes to do the entire change with not even getting your hands dirty.
Remove the filter cap first. Then stick the siphon tube down the dipstick hole, pump the handle and wait till the oil is drained. Pop the new filter cartridge in after placing the little gaskets that come with it, pour in the new oil and you are done.
BTW, talked to one of the technicians at my local dealer, and he said that they also siphon from the dipstick tube.
