Mercedes-Benz preventive maintenance repair questions and answers
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412 Questions
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I use Mobil 1 synthetic engine oil in my mercedes, can i use a regular engine oil, a non synthetic in mercedes?Jerry - 2003 Mercedes Benz C240 - Preventive Maintenance - 10/9/2012Will that effect the engine life or performance? -
Visit Workshop Message w/ Battery picture is onchasman - 2005 Mercedes Benz E320 - Preventive Maintenance - 10/3/2012Wondering if this comes on based on mileage, time, or if it thinks there is a real problem? My battery is less than a year old. Battery does not seem to be low, and error message eventually goes away. -
Wipers turn signal horn and flaser not working fuses are good.benz1 - 1998 Mercedes Benz C280 - Preventive Maintenance - 10/3/2012i checked fuses they are good.im trying to find out witch relay it is they are located in front of fuse box.-
10/3/2012 ibkimCheck your relays. In my car they are under the hood in a panel box above my windshield wiper fluid. Same relay as the fuel pump.
10/3/2012 peteQuestion? the wiper works by it self. Do ineed to replace the controle switch?
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Windshield wiper stops after running for several minutes starts when I turn off and onkj - 2002 Mercedes Benz S430 - Preventive Maintenance - 10/2/2012What might be the problem -
What is wrong when the wipers and horn stays on all the time?chillinlucy - 2001 Mercedes Benz C240 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/29/2012I think its the security system but I dont know....I disconnect the battery so it can stop -
Do I have to replace the catalytic converter if it is slightly dented?William - 2006 Mercedes Benz C230 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/22/2012A local repair shop was providing an estimate for radiator replacement and included the converter because of a quarter size dimple, recommending the complete replacement due to the honeycomb design.-
9/22/2012 HouseCallAutoNo, not necessary. They are either over reacting or they want to pay their rent easier this month.
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How to clear a gas vent on my mercedes. It will not take gasLeahy.c - 2004 Mercedes Benz E500 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/20/2012 -
Best place for floor jack lift point (front end)Max - 1983 Mercedes Benz 380SL - Preventive Maintenance - 9/20/2012 -
What is the recommended interval of miles driven between service check ups (oil change, etc.)?Andy - 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/15/2012This is a used car purchase. Current miles 50,500 (relatively low for a 7 year old vehicle). Last reported complete service at 46,136. What preventative maintenance service is recommended now, and how many miles until the next one? -
What is wrong when I hear a knocking sound coming from under the car; particularly from one of the tiresEdna - 2008 Mercedes Benz SLK280 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/12/2012It is not a flat tire though??? -
Gas filter location on 2000 S500jhamp - 2000 Mercedes Benz SL500 - Preventive Maintenance - 9/10/2012Where is it located and is hard to get at? -
Electronic stability program and anti-braking system appears on my dashboardogonna - 2010 Mercedes Benz GL350 - Preventive Maintenance - 8/31/2012 -
Condenser fan not workingdhanasar soobhag - 1995 Mercedes Benz S320 - Preventive Maintenance - 8/27/2012check fuse no voltage on fan -
Having problem w/ windshield wiper any solutionsdeejay - 1997 Mercedes Benz E320 - Preventive Maintenance - 8/26/2012Checked fuse and motor assembly-
8/26/2012 JimmNeed more information - what is the specific problem you are having with the wipers? Post a reply as 'add answer' with more detail about the problem you are having for further assistance.
8/26/2012 deejaynot working when I switch them on, could it be some type of elec. problem other than the fuse -
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ASR BAS showing on dashboard and no brake lights.Snowball - 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 - Preventive Maintenance - 8/24/2012-
8/23/2012 RonnyMillsReplace brake light switch. Common solution for this problem.
8/24/2012 Snowballalready replace it and still showing the same problem.. -
8/24/2012 RonnyMillsSearch here for other solutions. Good luck!
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