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| anybody out there know where to get instruction on how to reset FSS counter milage after changing oil. A & B Maintenace | |
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My service advisor just called to inform me that a "complete assembly" of hoses:emissions, catch hose, etc. need to be replaced due to a crack in the filler neck that goes to the gas tank. ( I took the car in because the "Check Engine" light was on). Dealer est: $1000!! Is this reasonable? Also, an indep MB service shop told me this should be covered under the 7yr/70,000 fuel system warranty. Can anyone offer additional advice? HELP!! |
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I have a 2006 C280 with now almost 40.000 miles. I bought it second hand at 25.000 miles. This is my first MB. When I bought it I serviced the car at a MB dealer in Fort Myers, FL, since the A service was due. Cost me more than $400!!!!!!!!!. Only for oil change and some check list done. I'm not rich, but love cars. How can MB charge so much for basic maintenance? I have had Toyotas and Hondas in the past, servicing them with my mechanic at a very reasonable price and using them for years without big problems. I expect even more performance and durability from MB than my Toyotas and Hondas. That's why I decided to keep doing the MB maintenance with my mechanic which cost me a lot much less. My car runs good and I plan to keep it for years. Not coming back to service the car at the Dealer. You can do it if you are rich or want to give your money to them. Is just common sense. MB creates you the urgency to donate them your money in order to maintain your car, but isn't that you pay a lot for that car and deserve more durabilty and less expensive maintenance?. Love the MB performance, love the car. But don't like the system they have created making the brand only accesible for rich people, which I guess that's what they want and that's why they charge you so much for maintenance.
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Replying to: jorandiguz (Aug 02, 2008 8:13 am) Our dealer in Portland OR has been very sensitive to independent competition, and prices his service accordingly. If you think the price is too high, the logical thing to do is look elsewhere, unless you're trying to get a warranty problem taken care of. This would also be the right place to insert a plug for the Mercedes-Benz Club of America [MBCA.org]; you can get good service referrals from club members by posting on the MBCA website, as well as ask technical questions of fellow club members. Cost is $45 a year, but well worth it if you're serious about Mercedes.
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Replying to: jrct9454 (Aug 03, 2008 12:16 pm) |
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I'm a new MB owner. Bought a 2005 C-230 K Sport with very low miles in March '08. I've already put 10,000 miles on it so far and haven't had any trouble. I did find an independent service provider who has changed my oil, conducted the standard service overview and gave it all a green light. Now 3 weeks later, my Service B indicator has started showing up and I'm not quite sure what that means/entails. I've never been one to pay much attention to so-called required service schedules with previous vehicles, and never had a problem. These schedules have always just seemed like money-making propositions for dealers. But is it different with MB? What is supposed to be done as part of this Service B, and how do I turn the indicator off if I don't deem the service call necessary? I've looked through the service manual but it just says to visit your local MB dealer. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
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Replying to: kpalmer3 (Aug 04, 2008 6:55 am) The fact that the light came on indicates that your independent either doesn't know how to reset the service system, or simply forgot. If it's the former, I'd be worried, since this is somebody who doesn't know enough about Mercedes to be trusted with this car; if the latter, no harm, no foul - take it back to him and tell him to reset the service indicator. I used to know how to reset it on the W203, but it's been a couple of years now, and I can't remember the sequence of steps. Do an internet search on "resetting Mercedes service indicator" or "FSS" and see what comes up. I must caution you - taking shortcuts on service with these cars is just asking for it - if you plan to keep the car any length of time, you need to do the services called for - again, the service descriptions should have come with the car. If not, get to a dealer parts dept and order the correct service description book for your model and year. And again, the thought keeps coming to me that your independent, if he's worth anything at all, should be able to lay hands on the complete list of servicing requirements for this car - it's long and complex, but readily available to anyone who wants to buy the CD from MBUSA. Nobody should be in the Mercedes service business who doesn't subscribe to the service descriptions and updates available from MBUSA. In other words - take your questions back to the guy who serviced the car, and put them to him, including how to reset the service light. |
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My C230 A/C only works for around 1-2 mins, then only warm air comes out from the vents. Had checked Compressor, the 134a level looks fine. One technician thought a temp sensor or humidity sensor is bad. But they have no meter to check that. Do not want to spend a lot $$$ on this, but summer is too hot!! What do you think the problem might be? Do you recommend me to go to MB dealers for a $$$ expensive check?
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Replying to: lalabenz (Aug 12, 2008 9:03 am) First thing to check is refrigerant levels and pressure.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 12, 2008 9:53 am)
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