• Mercedes-Benz Transmission Care – Transmission Troubles to Watch Out For

    Published 11 years ago — by Lisa Federico

    Watch out for signs of transmission problems.

    Watch out for signs of transmission problems.
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    Neglecting proper transmission care will cause problems in the future. The longer you drive with a transmission problem, the worse the problem is going to get. Period.

    While there are ways to prolong the life of your transmission in your Mercedes-Benz, sometimes things come up and troubles cannot be avoided.

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  • Mercedes-Benz Transmission Care – Prolonging Your Transmission’s Life

    Published 11 years ago — by Lisa Federico

    Prolong your transmission's life.

    Prolong your transmission's life.
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    As the most complex part of your Mercedes-Benz, the transmission has an abundance of parts and functions to power your Mercedes-Benz.

    Oftentimes transmission care is overlooked since it doesn’t have as many regular services as other components of your automobile. Here are some ways to prolong your transmission’s life:

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  • Mercedes Factory Scheduled Maintenance & Active Service System

    Published 11 years ago — by Lisa Federico

    Maintain the life of your Mercedes-Benz by having it serviced routinely using factory scheduled guidelines or using ASSYST requirements.

    Maintain the life of your Mercedes-Benz with proper service.
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    The key to maintaining the life of your Mercedes-Benz is to have it serviced routinely, whether it's according to specific Mercedes-Benz factory scheduled guidelines or using the Active Service System. In doing this, you’ll prolong the safety and reliability of your Mercedes-Benz.

    Factory Scheduled Maintenance vs. Active Service System– What’s the difference?

    Your Mercedes-Benz has a specific recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed when your Mercedes-Benz hits a certain mileage or time interval. This is called Factory Scheduled Maintenance (FSM). Not all Mercedes require the same schedule, so it’s important to know your exact model.

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  • Mercedes Recall: Possible Oil Leak in 2014-2015 Sedans, SUVs

    Published 11 years ago — by Lisa Federico

    Now Hear This! Mercedes Recall

    Now Hear This! Mercedes Recall
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    Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall of approximately 4, 871 sedans and SUVs due to a possible oil leak.

    Which Mercedes-Benz models are affected by the recall?

    Model year 2014-2015 E250 BlueTec and E250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK250 4Matic Blue Tec SUVs and 2015 ML250 4Matic BlueTec SUVs. All manufactured from February 28, 2014 to November 10, 2014.

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  • Winter, You’re As Cold As Ice: Preparing Your Mercedes-Benz For The Frosty Season

    Published 11 years ago — by Lisa Federico

    Stay safe on the roads this winter

    Stay safe on the roads this winter
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    Temperatures are dropping, snow is falling and Jack Frost is nipping away. Make sure he doesn’t nip away at your Mercedes-Benz (and cause damage). Properly winterizing your Mercedes-Benz will keep it running smoothly and keep you safe on the road. Here are some tips to prepare your Mercedes-Benz for battling the elements.

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