that it is not on their watch list.
Most cars do not come back to the dealer after warranty ends.
Also, they don't check vehicle history, or assume the rotors where replaced during a previous brake service.
Trying to explain to a customer that the rotors have exceeded service life and should be replaced is not worth the effort, this thread in evidence.
For the same general reason, the calipers should be rebuilt every 100,000 miles.
Mercedes Benz does not care about anything over 100,000 miles; it is beyond vehicle service life.
To Mercedes Benz or any other OEM, a car over 100,000 miles is a dead issue that they want to fail at the earliest moment possible, preferably in a mechanically final manner, so they can sell you another and another, etc.
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Originally Posted by Ferdman
whunter, if the life of a rotor is only 100,000 miles why doesn't MB recommend changing rotors every 100,000 miles? I've never read that advice anywhere or had the dealer Service Department recommend same and they're always looking for ways to make a buck.
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