Service A & B - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

jsparks · #1 07-30-2006, 12:01 AM

I recenlty bought an '02 MB E430. It has 67000 miles on it. It has a message that says it will need service in 3800 miles. What will this service entail at this stage? Will it be A or B service plan?What are the approximate costs of these types of service plans.
thanks for your help
js

Marcus · #2 07-30-2006, 12:49 AM

A or B Service is due every 10,000 to 14,000 miles.

An "A" service consists of

An engine oil and filter change.
Ensure the warning and indicator lamps, horn, windshield/headlamp wiper and washer systems, and seat belts are functioning correctly.
Check the tires and pressures. This includes the spare.
Check brake pad and disc thickness.
Check and top off the fluid levels.
Perform a battery test.
Run electronic engine diagnostics and reset the FSS counter.

A "B" service consists of

An engine oil and filter change.
Replace the cabin filter.
Replace the windshield wiper insert.
Check the tires, the pressures, and rotate them (non-staggered wheels).
Inspect and lubricate the throttle linkage.
Check the parking brake, steering play, headlamps, exterior lamps, warning and indicator lamps, horn, windshield/headlamp wiper and washer systems, and seat belts.
Check brake pad and disc thickness.
Check the front axle ball joints.
Inspect the drive belt.
Check and top off fluid levels.
Run electronic engine diagnostics and reset the FSS counter.

Prices depend on the dealership, but the A is between $200 and $300. The B is about double the price of an A.

On top of the FSS schedule:
The fuel filter service is due every 4 years or 60,000 miles.
Spark plugs are due every 5 years or 100,000 miles.
The air filter is due every 4 years or 60,000 miles.

jhodg5ck · #3 07-30-2006, 10:01 PM

I have to say I wouldn't put my worst enemy's car on a maintenance schedule like that.. No wonder 'new' Mercedes don't hold up!

Jonathan