Mercedes - C-Class - Owners Manual - 2008 - 2008

Maintenance Booklet 2008 Passenger Cars C-Class, SLK-Class, CLS-Class, S-Class, CL-Class (except AMG, S600, CL600) PLEASE NOTE WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU HAVE YOUR VEHICLE SERVICED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED MERCEDES-BENZ CENTER WHO IS FULLY EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE THIS SERVICE AND THAT GENUINE MERCEDES-BENZ PARTS BE USED. SERVICE, REPLACEMENT, OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS CAN BE PERFORMED BY ANY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL USING CERTIFIED PARTS. THE USE OF DEFECTIVE OR NON-EQUIVALENT PARTS MAY RESULT IN YOUR EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY CLAIM BEING DENIED. Maintenance Booklet Vehicle data 왘 왘 Model License Plate No. 왘 왘 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) License Plate No. 왘 왘 Date of initial registration License Plate No. 왘 왘 Paint color and code License Plate No. 1 Maintenance Booklet Protecting the environment H Natural resources form the basis of our existence on this planet. The objectives of our policy are for these resources to be used sparingly and in a manner which takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account. Our declared policy is integrated environmental protection. This policy starts at the root causes and encompasses in its management decisions all the consequences for the environment which could arise from production processes or the products themselves. You too can help to protect the environment by operating your Mercedes-Benz in an environmentally responsible manner. Operating conditions and your individual driving style to a large extent influence fuel consumption and the rate of engine, brake, and tire wear. To reduce fuel consumption and the rate of wear, please consider the following: 2 • Avoid short trips. • Make sure that the tire pressures are always correct. • Avoid frequent, abrupt acceleration. • Do not carry any unnecessary weight. • Remove ski holders and roof racks once you no longer need them. • Do not warm up the engine with the car stationary. • Shift gears such that each gear is used only up to 2/3 of its maximum engine speed. • Keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption. A regularly serviced vehicle will also help protect the environment. You should adhere to the maintenance intervals displayed by the Maintenance System service indicator, along with other maintenance work described in this booklet. We recommend that you have maintenance services performed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center using Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts. Maintenance Booklet Contents Introduction Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System 4 Regular checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Notes on the warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Parts / Operating materials . . . . . .10 Service records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Emission system maintenance Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Emission Control System Caution Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Maintenance descriptions Maintenance overview C-Class . . . . Maintenance overview CL-Class . . . Maintenance overview CLS-Class . . Maintenance overview S-Class . . . . Maintenance overview SLK-Class . . First visit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire rotations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . Recommended high-mileage checks at 143,000 miles . . . . . . . . Emission System Maintenance Jobs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 52 54 56 58 60 61 62 70 72 Confirmations First visit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Maintenance services. . . . . . . . . . . .19 3 Maintenance Booklet Introduction We want you to enjoy your MercedesBenz automobile. Vehicle safety and operational reliability are two very important factors and to maintain them, regular maintenance services are necessary. We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in the periodic maintenance work which is required for our vehicles. The information in this manual is accurate as of the editorial date. At the time of your scheduled maintenance appointments with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the most current maintenance work information will be utilized for your vehicle’s age or mileage. Please check with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for any changes to the periodic maintenance work required for your vehicle. 4 Your Mercedes-Benz comes equipped with the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System. The Maintenance system tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service. In addition, it calculates service items that need to be performed and other required maintenance work. The next necessary maintenance service is indicated in the multifunction display in the instrument cluster. The maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multifunction display.Types A through H are classified based on the estimated time needed to perform the maintenance service, ranging from up to approximately one hour (type A) to up to approximately eight hours (type H). C-Class only Maintenance services will be indicated by showing types A or B in the multifunction display. The service type displayed indicates whether a Minor (A) or Major (B) service is required (> pgs 62, 64) and is based on distance driven and time elapsed since the last service. Maintenance Booklet Introduction When scheduling a maintenance appointment with your authorized MercedesBenz Center, always indicate the service type that appears in the multifunction display. This will help the Mercedes-Benz Center to schedule your vehicle maintenance in the most efficient manner. A descriptive listing of the service items are contained in this booklet, starting on page 62. Following each maintenance service, your Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the Maintenance System service indicator by confirming the service items performed. ! If the Maintenance System maintenance service counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. Please only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Resetting the system without performing the proper maintenance service will result in engine and/or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Tire rotation - Your vehicle’s tires are a critical component to overall vehicle performance and vehicle stability. The useful life of tires will vary and is proportional to tire type, speed rating, ambient conditions, tire loading, tire inflation pressure, road surfaces, and individual driving style, among other factors. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz recommends regular checks for wear and proper inflation and, if applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration, tire rotation. Tire rotations can be performed on vehicles with the same tire dimensions all around. If your vehicle is equipped with the same tire dimensions all around, tires can be rotated by observing a front-torear rotation pattern that will maintain the intended rotation (spinning) direction of the tire (on unidirectional tires, an arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended rotation or spinning direction of the tire). In some cases, such as when your vehicle is configured with staggeredsize (different tire sizes, front vs. rear), tire rotations are not possible. 5 Maintenance Booklet Introduction If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows for tire rotation, tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. The first tire rotation, so long as it occurs before 6,500 miles (vehicle odometer), will be provided at no charge by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center courtesy of Mercedes-Benz. Should a tire rotation not be possible for your vehicle’s tire configuration, an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will check your tires for proper tire inflation pressure and perform a tread inspection, also at no charge courtesy of MercedesBenz, so long as this occurs before 6,500 miles (vehicle odometer). 6 For your convenience, this Maintenance Booklet contains a tire rotation confirmation page on which you can record the date and mileage when tire rotations were performed. Severe operating conditions - The maintenance intervals have been determined so that the vehicle, under normal operating conditions, should operate properly between maintenance services. Severe operating conditions may call for correspondingly sooner replacement of the following items: INTERIOR FILTERS (e.g. dust filter, recirculating air filter, activated charcoal filter or combination filter) are replaced as called for by the Maintenance System. Under severe dust conditions, or with the Climate Control frequently operating in the air recirculation mode, the filters should be replaced correspondingly sooner and changed more frequently than as called for by the Maintenance System. Maintenance Booklet Introduction SPARK PLUGS. The Maintenance System calls for spark plug replacement according to the mileage specified at Service 12 or 5 years, whichever comes first. Severe operating conditions (frequent starting and stopping, excessive idling, sustained fast highway driving) may call for spark plugs to be replaced correspondingly sooner. COOLANT. Have the coolant (water/anticorrosion/antifreeze mixture) replaced every 143,000 miles or 15 years, see page 69. Replacement of coolant may be required more frequently if coolant is not maintained according to instructions and/or other than approved anticorrosion/antifreeze products for your vehicle are being used. For instructions on coolant, see “Coolants” in your vehicle Operator’s Manual. For a listing of approved anticorrosion/antifreeze products for your vehicle, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wear items - While the Maintenance System calls for inspection of certain wear items, the system does not make any judgment on the condition of these wear items. Only a qualified technician can determine if a wear item needs to be replaced. Engine oils and oil filters are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, refer to the Factory Approved Service products pamphlet, or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. 7 Maintenance Booklet Introduction Regular checks In addition to the services, we recommend that you check the following items regularly (for example: weekly, when refueling, or before any long journey): • Engine oil level - Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, check the engine oil level using the oil level dipstick or the control system via the multifunction steering wheel/display. Further information about engine oil level measurement can be found in the vehicle Operator’s Manual. • Coolant level - Please refer to the Operator’s Manual for the correct procedure to check the coolant level. • Brake fluid level - If brake fluid has to be added, see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to determine the cause, e.g. leaks or worn brake pads. 8 • Windshield washing system - If the washer fluid level drops below 1/3, the windshield washer fluid level warning lamp will illuminate. Add washer fluid mixed with Mercedes-Benz windshield washer solvent/concentrate, test function and check wiper blades. • Check lights • Tire condition and pressures – Check at least every other week. Please refer to section “Tires and wheels” in the Operator’s Manual for guidelines and correct procedures to check tire condition and pressures. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products booklet or see your Mercedes-Benz Center for more information on selecting the proper fluids, lubricants, and oils for your vehicle. Maintenance Booklet Introduction Notes on the warranty An extensive and well-equipped network of Mercedes-Benz Centers is at your disposal for service work. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can ensure that your vehicle is professionally and thoroughly serviced and repaired. Please see the Service and Warranty Information booklet for detailed information on warranty terms and coverage. Please follow the instructions given in this Maintenance Booklet, even if you entrust the vehicle to a third party for use or care. Only in this way will you be able to ensure that your warranty rights are not affected. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center which is fully equipped to provide this service. Please note that engines have to be serviced in accordance with special instructions and using special measuring equipment to comply with legal requirements concerning exhaust emissions. Modifications to or tampering with emissions components is not permissible. Your authorized MercedesBenz Center is familiar with the relevant regulations. Service, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems can be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using certified parts. 9 Maintenance Booklet Introduction Parts / Operating materials Service records We recommend only the use of Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for service and repairs, since they meet our specifications. It is also important to only use fuels, lubricants and anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant meeting factory specifications. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products booklet or see your Mercedes-Benz Center for more information on this subject. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will certify in the Maintenance Booklet the maintenance services on your vehicle which it has performed. Other than the maintenance services described, the Maintenance Booklet does not record or reflect any repair work that may have been performed to your vehicle. Please keep those receipts with your vehicle records. For information concerning warranty, see your Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will gladly furnish additional information on the maintenance of your vehicle. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company 10 Maintenance Booklet Emission System Maintenance Gasoline Engines The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and, in California, the Air Resources Board have certified that the emission control systems of your vehicle comply with the applicable exhaust emission standards for MY 2008 vehicles. This vehicle also complies with the applicable Canadian Motor Vehicle Emission Standards. To be certain that the emission control systems function as designed, regular maintenance is necessary for components of the vehicle which affect exhaust and evaporative emissions composition. The vehicle owner is responsible for the regular maintenance of the emission control system, as well as the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 (displayed on the pump) in all gasoline engine models unless otherwise specified. Failure to properly maintain the emission system may result in repairs not being covered by the emission system warranties. Explanations of each maintenance job are given in numerical order on page 72. 11 Maintenance Booklet Emission System Maintenance Emission Control System Caution Gasoline Engines Your Mercedes-Benz vehicle is equipped with both a three-way catalyst and a closed loop oxygen sensor system to comply with current exhaust emission regulations. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined. The following has to be adhered to: a) In all gasoline engine models, use only premium unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 (as displayed on the pump) unless otherwise specified. Damage to the engine could occur if premium unleaded fuel is not used. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for special precautions. 12 b) Leaded gasoline should not be used under any circumstances. Damage to the emission control components will result. c) In select models, the use of Ethanol (E85) is also permissible. Models capable of also operating with E85 are identified by a label on the fuel filler flap reading ’Premium gasoline or E85 only!’. Do not use Ethanol fuel (E85) to operate any vehicle unless it is specifically identified as Ethanol fuel (E85) compatible. Damage to the engine could occur if improper fuels are used. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for special precaution. Maintenance Booklet Emission System Maintenance d) The specified engine maintenance jobs have to be performed completely and at the required intervals. Correct ignition timing and properly functioning spark plugs for instance are important for the service life of the catalysts. Failure to properly perform the specified maintenance jobs may adversely affect the emission control system on the vehicle and reduce its service life. e) The operation of the emission control system must not be altered in any way. Alterations are not permissible by law. In addition, alterations may result in damage to the catalysts, increased fuel consumption, and impaired engine running conditions. f) Irregular engine running conditions should be corrected immediately by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Such irregular running conditions can influence the proper function of the emission control system. If the “CHECK ENGINE” indicator lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates when the engine is running, it indicates a possible malfunction of the engine management system or emission control system. We recommend that you have the malfunction checked as soon as possible. 13 Maintenance Booklet Notes 14 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations First visit: 1,000 - 3,000 miles First visit provided at no charge* *This first visit for a basic vehicle diagnostic test at an authorized MercedesBenz Center is provided at no charge. Please refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for full details. Date: ___________________________ Odometer: ______________________ Rubber stamp Performed Yes/No Diagnostic test † { Q+A on vehicle † { First visit: 1,000 miles 3,000 miles Signature Appointment Month/year 15 16 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Date: ____________ Odometer: ___________________ Tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommendations in the Tire Warranty Pamphlet included in your vehicle literature portfolio. However, tires should be rotated at the first sign of irregular tread wear, even if it occurs before the recommended rotation intervals, and should be checked regularly for wear and proper inflation. Please note that the useful life of tires will vary depending on tire type, speed rating, road surfaces, and individual driving style. The first tire rotation occurring at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any time up to 6,500 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge. 17 First tire rotation provided at no charge* *This first tire rotation at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any time up to 6,500 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge. Please refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for full details. Reminder: Tire rotation Service Booklet Confirmations Tire rotation Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ Date: ____________ Odometer: _______________ 18 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 13,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp First Maintenance due 13,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 19 20 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 26,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 26,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 21 22 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 39,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 39,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 23 24 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 52,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 52,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 25 26 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 65,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 65,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 27 28 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 78,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 78,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 29 30 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 91,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 91,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 31 32 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 104,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 104,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 33 34 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 117,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 117,000 miles Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature or Month/year 35 36 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 130,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 130,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 37 38 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 143,000 miles Services 1/A, 3, other applicable services and recommended high-mileage checks For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 143,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 39 40 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 156,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 156,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 41 42 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 169,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 169,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 43 44 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 182,000 miles Services 2/B, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 182,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 45 46 Maintenance Booklet Confirmations Maintenance: 195,000 miles Services 1/A, 3 and other applicable services For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 49. Date: ____________________________________ Maintenance service completed: Odometer: ________________________________ Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________ Rubber stamp Next Maintenance due 195,000 miles or Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________ Signature Month/year 47 48 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions Required Vehicle Maintenance Service Work (including Emission System Maintenance) Notes: For an overview of maintenance services and intervals, see page 50. Maintenance services must be performed at the number of miles or years (whichever comes first) as indicated, except where no time interval available or otherwise noted. If your vehicle exceeds the mileage shown in the maintenance service overview, continue to maintain the vehicle by having performed the maintenance services at the time or mileage intervals (whichever comes first) as indicated starting on page 60. Detailed descriptions for each maintenance service can be found starting on page 62. For description of emission system maintenance jobs, see page 72. The four digit-numbers listed next to the maintenance services are reference numbers of the detailed maintenance job descriptions listed in the Mercedes-Benz maintenance information used by Mercedes-Benz technicians. 49 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview C-Class (204) Miles 1,000 - 3,000 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 Time ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 First visit (컄 page 60) Tire rotation (컄 page 61) Service A (컄 page 62) • If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service B (컄 page 64) Service 3 (컄 page 67) Service 4 (컄 page 67) • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • Service 5 (컄 page 67) Service 6 (컄 page 67) Service 7 (컄 page 67) • Service 8 (컄 page 68) Service 9 (컄 page 68) • Service 10 (컄 page 68) • Service 11 (컄 page 68) •2 Service 12 (컄 page 69) Service 13 (컄 page 69) •5 Service 20 (컄 page 69) High-mileage checks (컄 page 70) 50 1 not mileage dependent; only time interval applies 2 at 91,000 miles or 5 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview C-Class (204) Miles 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 182,000 195,000 Time 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 First visit Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service A Service B Service 3 Service 4 • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • Service 5 Service 6 Service 7 Service 8 • • Service 9 • Service 10 • • • 3 Service 11 •4 Service 12 •3 Service 13 Service 20 •5 High-mileage checks 1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 3 at 143,000 miles or 15 years 4 at 182,000 miles or 10 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies 51 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview CL-Class (216) Miles 1,000 - 3,000 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 Time ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 First visit (컄 page 60) Tire rotation (컄 page 61) Service 1 (컄 page 62) • If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 2 (컄 page 64) Service 3 (컄 page 67) Service 4 (컄 page 67) Service 5 (컄 page 67) • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 (컄 page 67) Service 7 (컄 page 67) • Service 8 (컄 page 68) Service 9 (컄 page 68) Service 10 (컄 page 68) Service 11 (컄 page 68) •2 Service 12 (컄 page 69) Service 13 (컄 page 69) •5 Service 20 (컄 page 69) High-mileage checks (컄 page 70) 52 1 not mileage dependent; only time interval applies 2 at 91,000 miles or 5 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview CL-Class (216) Miles 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 182,000 195,000 Time 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 First visit Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 1 Service 2 Service 3 Service 4 Service 5 • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 Service 7 Service 8 • • Service 9 Service 10 •4 Service 11 •3 Service 12 •4 Service 13 Service 20 •5 High-mileage checks 1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 3 at 182,000 miles or 10 years 4 at 143,000 miles or 15 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies 53 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview CLS-Class (219) Miles 1,000 - 3,000 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 Time ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 First visit (컄 page 60) Tire rotation (컄 page 61) Service 1 (컄 page 62) • If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 2 (컄 page 64) Service 3 (컄 page 67) Service 4 (컄 page 67) • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • •1 • Service 5 (컄 page 67) Service 6 (컄 page 67) • • • Service 7 (컄 page 67) • Service 8 (컄 page 68) •1 Service 9 (컄 page 68) Service 10 (컄 page 68) Service 11 (컄 page 68) •2 Service 12 (컄 page 69) Service 13 (컄 page 69) •5 Service 20 (컄 page 69) High-mileage checks (컄 page 70) 54 1 not mileage dependent; only time interval applies 2 at 91,000 miles or 5 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview CLS-Class (219) Miles 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 182,000 195,000 Time 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 First visit Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 1 Service 2 Service 3 Service 4 • • •1 • • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • Service 5 Service 6 • • • • Service 7 Service 8 • • • •1 1 Service 9 Service 10 •4 Service 11 •3 Service 12 •4 Service 13 Service 20 •5 High-mileage checks 1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 3 at 182,000 miles or 10 years 4 at 143000 miles or 15 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies 55 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview S-Class (221) Miles 1,000 - 3,000 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 Time ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 First visit (컄 page 60) Tire rotation (컄 page 61) Service 1 (컄 page 62) • If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 2 (컄 page 64) Service 3 (컄 page 67) Service 4 (컄 page 67) Service 5 (컄 page 67) • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 (컄 page 67) Service 7 (컄 page 67) • Service 8 (컄 page 68) •1 Service 9 (컄 page 68) •1 Service 10 (컄 page 68) •1 Service 11 (컄 page 68) •2 Service 12 (컄 page 69) Service 13 (컄 page 69) •5 Service 20 (컄 page 69) High-mileage checks (컄 page 70) 56 1 not mileage dependent; only time interval applies 2 at 91,000 miles or 5 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview S-Class (221) Miles 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 182,000 195,000 Time 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 First visit Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 1 Service 2 Service 3 Service 4 Service 5 • • •1 • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 Service 7 Service 8 • • • •1 •1 1 Service 9 •1 Service 10 •1 •4 Service 11 •3 Service 12 •4 Service 13 Service 20 •5 High-mileage checks 1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 3 at 182,000 miles or 10 years 4 at 143000 miles or 15 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies 57 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview SLK-Class (171) Miles 1,000 - 3,000 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 Time ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 First visit (컄 page 60) Tire rotation (컄 page 61) Service 1 (컄 page 62) • If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 2 (컄 page 64) Service 3 (컄 page 67) Service 4 (컄 page 67) Service 5 (컄 page 67) • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 (컄 page 67) Service 7 (컄 page 67) • Service 8 (컄 page 68) Service 9 (컄 page 68) Service 10 (컄 page 68) Service 11 (컄 page 68) •2 Service 12 (컄 page 69) Service 13 (컄 page 69) •5 Service 20 (컄 page 69) High-mileage checks (컄 page 70) 58 1 not mileage dependent; only time interval applies 2 at 91,000 miles or 5 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service overview SLK-Class (171) Miles 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 182,000 195,000 Time 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 First visit Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 5), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. • Service 1 Service 2 Service 3 Service 4 Service 5 • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • • • • •1 • • Service 6 Service 7 Service 8 • • Service 9 Service 10 •3 Service 11 •4 Service 12 •3 Service 13 Service 20 •5 High-mileage checks 1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 3 at 143,000 miles or 15 years 4 at 182,000 miles or 10 years 5 not time dependent; only mileage-interval applies 59 Maintenance Booklet First visit First visit at 1,000 - 3,000 miles Diagnostic test and Q+A on vehicle This first visit for a basic vehicle diagnostic test at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is provided at no charge. 60 00-5500 Maintenance Booklet Tire rotation Tire rotations If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (컄 page 5), tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals. ---- The first tire rotation (컄 page 17) occurring at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any time up to 6,500 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge. 61 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 1/A at 13,000 miles or 1 year; then every 26,000 miles and 2 years Engine compartment Check catch, safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, CLS-Class) 8851 Main or starter battery, check and correct fluid level (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class) 5410 Check main or starter battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, C-Class) ---- Check the following fluid levels, correct if necessary. If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and perform repair with separate work order Brake system 4210 Windshield washer system 8210 Interior Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster 0042 Night View Assist camera - clean windshield behind the camera cover (S-Class, CL-Class) 5431 Function check Horn, warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting 5452 Windshield wipers, windshield washer system, headlamp cleaning system 8252 62 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 1/A (continued) Wheels, brakes Inspect tires for damage and splits, measure tread depth and record in mm 4051 Check thickness of brake pads, front and rear 4253 Correct tire inflation pressure ---- Trunk Check main battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (CLS-Class) ---- Check auxiliary battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (S-Class, CL-Class) ---- Check trunk lighting ---- Check inflation pressure in spare tire (CLS-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, C-Class) ---- Vehicle front/rear Check wiper blade condition 8253 63 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 2/B at 26,000 miles or 2 years; after first every 26,000 miles and 2 years Engine compartment Leakage - Major components Check for chafe marks, line routing, damaged components In the event of leakage, determine cause and perform repair via separate work order 0053 Check catch, safety catch and hinges on engine hood for proper operation (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, CLS-Class) 8851 Check condition of poly-V-belt ---- Main or starter battery, check and correct fluid level (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class) 5410 Check main or starter battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, C-Class) ---- Check the following fluid levels, correct if necessary. If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and perform repair with separate work order Brake system 4210 Power steering 4611 Windshield washer system 8210 Active Body control (S-Class, CL-Class) 3213 64 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 2/B (continued) Interior Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster 0042 Night View Assist camera - clean windshield behind the camera cover (S-Class, CL-Class) 5431 Replace combination filter (C-Class) 8384 Function check Check parking brake (function test only) ---- Horn, warning and indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting 5452 Windshield wipers, windshield washer system, headlamp cleaning system, where applicable 8252 Check seat belts and buckles for signs of external damage and proper function (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, CLS-Class) 9150 Wheels, brakes Inspect tires for damage and splits, measure tread depth and record in mm 4051 Check thickness of brake pads, front and rear 4253 Correct tire inflation pressure ---- 65 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 2/B (continued) Underside of vehicle Leakage - Major components Check for chafe marks, line routing, damaged components In the event of leakage, determine cause and perform repair via separate work order 0053 Check front axle ball joints for play, check rubber boots 3353 Inspect condition of driveshaft flexible disks 4152 Inspect play of tie rod and drag link joints, inspect rubber boots 4653 Trunk Check main battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (CLS-Class) ---- Check auxiliary battery condition using “Midtronics MCR 717” tester (S-Class, CL-Class) ---- Check trunk lighting ---- Check inflation pressure in spare tire (CLS-Class, S-Class, CL-Class, C-Class) ---- Vehicle front/rear Check and correct headlamp setting 8260 Check wiper blade condition 8253 66 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 3 at every 13,000 miles or 1 year Engine compartment Engine - oil and filter change 0101 US Service 4 at every 2 years Check bodywork for paint work damage 9850 Underside of vehicle Chassis and load-bearing body components: Check for damage and corrosion 0090 Engine compartment Replace brake fluid 4280 US Service 5 at every 26,000 miles or 2 years Passenger compartment Replace combination filter (SLK-Class, S-Class, CL-Class) 8384 US Service 6 at every 26,000 miles or 2 years Engine compartment Replace combination filter (CLS-Class) 8384 US Service 7 Not applicable 67 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 8 at every 52,000 miles or 4 years Engine compartment Replace air-cleaner insert 0980 US Service 9 at every 5 years Passenger compartment Tilting/sliding roof: Clean slide rail and slide block (CLS-Class, S-Class) 7731 US Service 10 at every 3 years Passenger compartment Panoramic sliding roof - clean and lubricate guide mechanism (S-Class) 7732 US Service 10 only at 39,000 miles or 3 years Passenger compartment Panoramic sliding roof - clean and lubricate guide mechanism (C-Class) 7732 US Service 11 at every 143,000 miles or 15 years Passenger compartment Replace fuel filter (S-Class, CLS-Class, CL-Class, C-Class) 0780 Trunk Replace fuel filter (SLK-Class) 0780 68 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions US Service 12 at every 91,000 miles or 5 years (Engine 272, 273) Engine compartment Replace spark plugs 1580 US Service 13 at every 143,000 miles or 15 years Engine compartment Replace coolant 2080 US Service 14-19 Not applicable US Service 20 once at 39,000 miles Underside of vehicle Automatic transmission - oil and filter change 2702 69 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions Recommended additional maintenance checks for high-mileage vehicles at 143,000 miles Check if all fluid levels and changes are updated Transmission ---- Rear axle ---- Front axle (if applicable) ---- Transfer case (if applicable) ---- Check if air, fuel, ventilation filters are updated Engine air filter ---- Fuel filter ---- Combination filter ---- 70 Maintenance Booklet Maintenance service descriptions Recommended additional maintenance checks for high-mileage vehicles at 143,000 miles (continued) Check integrity of engine, mechanical components Perform compression test (hot and cold) ---- Perform leak down test (hot and cold) ---- Check spark plugs ---- Exhaust system hangers and leaks ---- Check for damaged/worn drivetrain parts Front wheel bearing play ---- Rear wheel bearing play ---- Axle joint play ---- Driveshaft flexible discs ---- Tie rod and drag link joints ---- Check for updates performed Recalls and Service Campaigns ---- 71 Maintenance Booklet Description of Emission System Maintenance Jobs The composition of exhaust emissions is influenced not only by the special emission control equipment, but also by various engine components and their adjustments. Therefore, emission system maintenance must include these engine components. Some maintenance jobs are actually only tests. They are important however, because they allow early detection of discrepancies which can later lead to increased exhaust emissions. It is generally less expensive to have such items adjusted immediately rather than allowing them to contribute to costly repairs. The maintenance intervals have been determined so that the vehicle, under normal conditions, should operate properly between services. 72 0101 Engine oil and filter change Change the engine oil and oil filter every 13,000 miles. If oil consumption should increase, determine the cause and take necessary corrective steps. Do not reset the Maintenance System service indicator if the oil is topped up or changed outside the interval of 13,000 miles. 0980 Replace air filter element Under normal dust conditions, replace air filter element approximately every 52,000 miles or 4 years. Clean air filter cover and housing prior to removal of air filter element. 0780 Replace fuel filter Replace the fuel filter approximately every 143,000 miles or 15 years. 1351 Check engine poly-V-belt condition The poly-V-belt is subject to wear and aging. It must be checked for cracks and wear at every service 2. Replace poly-Vbelt if necessary. 1580 Replace spark plugs Spark plugs are subject to electrode erosion and must be replaced according to the mileage specified at Service 12, or more frequently as may be required when subject to severe operating conditions. Maintenance Booklet Notes 73 Maintenance Booklet Notes 74 Maintenance Booklet Notes 75 Maintenance Booklet Printed in U.S.A. All rights reserved. Reproduction or translation in whole or in part is not permitted without authorization from the publisher. Editorial status: 05-22-2007 Model: C300, C300-4M, C350, CLS550, S550, S550-4M, CL550, SLK280, SLK350 Title illustration number: P00.01-2404-31 76 Distributor in the United States: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive, P.O. Box 350 Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Order No. P-6515-8214-13 (05/2007) Part No. 171 584 46 93 © 2007 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company www.MBUSA.com Printed in U.S.A.