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The routine maintenance schedule

Offered recommendations assume independent performance of procedures of service of the car by its owner unlike the works carried out by a workshop executive branch of the company Mercedes-Benz. While this chart is based on the recommendations of the manufacturer, the interval between the majority of procedures, at the discretion of the owner of the car can be reduced, for example, inspection and replacement of lubricants and fluids should be made at intervals providing the maximum service life of the engine or drive. In addition, if the owner is interested in the car to keep it in a state of maximum readiness for operation in case of a possible resale, many procedures can be performed more frequently. The drafters of this Rukoodstva can only welcome this initiative.

Initial service and check of the new car should be carried out by a workshop executive branch of the company Mercedes-Benz to meet the conditions of the warranty. This service is provided free of charge.

The checks made on a regular basis

Annually

• Replace motor oil and oil filter (see. Section Replacement of impellent oil and the oil filter).
• Check the levels of other working fluids in the engine compartment tanks (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).

Every 2 years

• Replace the brake fluid (see. Section Replacing brake fluid).
• Check the condition of the paintwork.
• Check the condition of the chassis components, carrying and bearing body elements.

Every 3 years

• Replace the coolant (see. Section Check of functioning of system of cooling and frost coolant fluid replacement).
• Clean and lubricate the guide grooves and slides the cover of the top hatch.
• Replace the batteries of autonomous power system emergency call TELE AID (with appropriate equipment).

After the first 48 000 km or 4 years of operation (once) - only diesel models

• Check the timing adjustment (see chap. Power supply system and exhaust system and system of electric motor).

Every 96,000 km or every 4 years

• Replace the fuel filter (petrol models) / main and preliminary fuel filter (diesel models) (see. Section Checking the power supply system, replacement of the fuel filter).
• Replace the air filter element - do not forget to clean the inside of the air cleaner housing (see chap. Power supply system and exhaust).
• Inspect the accessory drive belt (see. Section Checking multirebernyh accessory drive belt), - if necessary, replace them (see chap. Engine).
• Replace the cabin air filter, pre-carbon filter.
• Check the condition of the sealing elements of the fuel filler.

Every 160,000 km or every 4 years

• Replace the spark plugs on petrol models.

The procedures performed in accordance with the standard list of activities of maintenance (in accordance with the display system ASSYST)

List A: The procedure is performed if the mileage since the last service in the list is less than 22 000 km.

List B: The procedure is performed if the mileage since the last service in the list of more than 22 000 km.

Initial service performed in the list (the full amount of work)!

A List

Saloon car wipers

• Check the operation of the following devices:
  • The audible and visual alarm indicator / alarm;
  • Control / indicator lamps and lighting equipment and interior lighting;
  • Outdoor lighting;
  • Wipers;
  • Washers (including headlamp washers).
• Check the condition and serviceability of functioning seatbelts.
• Reset the counter TO planned intervals on the dashboard (see. Section active warning system Maturity planned TO (ASSYST)).

Wheel assembly and brakes

• Through openings in the discs of the right to vote wheels residual thickness of the friction brake linings (see chap. Brakes and auxiliary systems).
• Through an opening in the front wheel drive of the right to vote residual thickness of the brake disc (see chap. Brakes and auxiliary systems).
• Estimate degree of deterioration and the overall condition of the tires, measure the residual tread depth pattern, in case of need make replacement / rotation of the wheels (see. Section Check of a condition of tires and pressure in them, the designation of tires and wheel rims, wheel rotation).
• Check tire inflation pressure (see. Specifications), if necessary, make appropriate adjustment.
• Check the tire pressure of the spare tire pump (see. Specifications).

Engine bay

1 - probe measuring the level of motor oil 2 - Filler neck motor oil 3 - Oil Filter 4 - Coolant expansion tank	5 - Windshield washer fluid reservoir (not visible in the picture) 6 - Tank GTZ 7 - Tank hydraulic drive locking differentials 8 - steering pump reservoir (GUR)

Engine compartment diesel models G270 CDI

1 - probe measurement of motor oil	2 - Filler neck motor oil

Engine compartment diesel models G400 CDI

1 - probe measurement of motor oil 2 - Filler neck motor oil	3 - Oil Filter

Be careful when working in the engine compartment - activation of the cooling fan may occur in order for an additional 30 seconds after the engine is switched off!

The electronic ignition system, generated by very high voltage! Be careful, take all necessary precautions when servicing any of the system components, including not only the main (ignition module, coil and BB wiring), but also related, such as a spark plug connector, tachometer and other connectable diagnostic equipment. Particular care should be observed when the engine is running at the time of its launch, with the ignition (key in position 2) and cranking manually. People with implanted pacemakers have access to the service components of the ignition system must not!

• Check brake fluid level (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).
• Check the fluid level washing of glasses (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).
• Check the level and condition of account of the engine coolant (see. Section Check of functioning of system of cooling and frost coolant fluid replacement).
• Make replacement of impellent oil and the oil filter (see. Section Replacement of impellent oil and the oil filter).
• Lubricate the lock elements and the bonnet hinge.

Wish List

Salon, headlights and windshield wipers

On models of release with 12.2000 463 battery (G1) is placed in the rear footswitch pit in the car

In addition to the procedures listed in Schedule A:

• Replace the cabin filter (see. Section Replacing the cabin filter).
• Check the tilt adjustment of the optical axes of the headlights, if necessary, appropriate adjustment (see chap. Onboard electric equipment).
• Make replacement brushes front wiper (see. Section Changing the wiper blades).
• Check the electrolyte level in the battery (see chap. Systems of an electric motor), - models of release with 12.2002.

Wheel assembly and brakes

• Remove the wheels and measure the residual thickness of the pads and discs front and rear brake (see chap. Brakes and auxiliary systems).
• Estimate degree of deterioration and the overall condition of the tires, measure the residual tread depth pattern, in case of need make replacement (see. Section Check of a condition of tires and pressure in them, the designation of tires and wheel rims, wheel rotation).
• Complete the rotation of the wheels (see. Section Check of a condition of tires and pressure in them, the designation of tires and wheel rims, wheel rotation).
• Check tire inflation pressure (including spare wheel), in case of need make corresponding updating.
• Check the operation of the parking brake and reliability of holding their car on an incline.

The bottom of the car

• Check below the bottom line of components and connecting paths for signs of leaks.
• Check the condition and gaskets for hydraulic and fuel lines.
• Check the condition of ball joints and rubber anther hinge assemblies of drive shafts, suspension components and steering.
• Estimate degree of deterioration of components of a steering drive (by the amount of movement).

Engine bay

Installation Options battery (G1) on models of release till 12.2000 463

A - In the engine compartment	B - Left luggage

In addition to the procedures listed in Schedule A:

• Visually evaluate the status of all available components, check the lining and reliability of fixing the lines of communication.
• Look at the power plant and auxiliary units for signs of leaks.
• Check the fluid level of steering hydrostrengthening (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).
• Assess the accessory drive belt.
• Check the engine coolant level (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).
• Check the fluid level of hydrostrengthening steering (WTP) (see. Section Check of levels of liquids, the control of leaks).
• Check the location of elements in the engine compartment for signs of leakage.
• Check the condition and gaskets for hydraulic and fuel lines.
• Check the condition of accessory drive belt (see. Section Checking multirebernyh accessory drive belt).
• Lubricate the throttle elements, check the operation of the drive.
• Make replacement of impellent oil and the oil filter (see. Section Replacement of impellent oil and the oil filter).
• Check the operation of the latch lock the hood (see chap. Body).
• Check the electrolyte level in the battery (see chap. Systems of an electric motor), - models of release till 12.2000.

Body

• Check the lamp lights (except Xenon) for compliance with the requirements of the Specifications for power consumption.
• Check the adjustment of the optical axes of the headlights, if necessary, make appropriate adjustment (see chap. Onboard electric equipment).
• Replace wiper blades work items (including headlight cleaners).

Cargo space

• Check the electrolyte level in the battery - models of release till 12.2000 (the option to install the battery in the luggage compartment is shown in the illustration above).