Recommended Service Intervals

Service Intervals for Your Mercedes-Benz

A Mercedes-Benz is an exceptional vehicle indeed, so you want to take care of it to the best of your ability. Unless you are a certified mechanic, this will involve returning to the dealership every so many miles to have it checked out and serviced. This is necessary to ensure that your Mercedes-Benz runs with the same outstanding performance at mile 100,000 as it does when you first drive it off the lot. You will want to make sure that you follow this service schedule, as vehicles do endure more than their fair share of wear and tear over the years. To help guide you, we have put together the following information to detail possible service intervals for your Mercedes-Benz.

How Often Should I Service My Car?

This is a perfectly logical question to ask yourself. Purchasing a Mercedes-Benz is, after all, quite an investment. As such, you will want to make sure you are doing your part to keep it in prime running condition. The following service intervals are given as a guide to help you determine what you should have checked and replaced on your Mercedes-Benz at various milestones in its life. However, your specific make and model may differ somewhat. As a result, it is essential to consult your owner's manual for any particular recommendations that you will want to follow.

15,000-Mile Service

This will likely be your first significant service. It is time to have the oil completely drained and changed, along with replacing the oil filter. Because much of your Mercedes-Benz is computer-driven, you will also want the technician to do a software update and ensure that everything is working correctly. Your tires should also be appropriately rotated and balanced to extend their life.

• Oil Change - Drained and Replaced
• Check All Fluid Levels - Top Up as Needed
• Tires Rotated and Balanced
• Check Air Filter - Replace as Needed

30,000-Mile Service

Make sure that you have your tires checked at the 30,000-mile mark. Depending on how hard you drive your vehicle, it might be time to consider having them replaced. At a minimum, you will once again want to have them rotated and balanced. Your cabin and air filters should be replaced and all fluids properly topped off. A visual inspection should also be conducted to ensure there are no potentially problematic areas to be concerned with.

• Many of the Same Services from 15,000 Mile Interval
• Check Brake Pads - Replace as Needed
• Suspension and Shock Check
• Check Fuel Filter - Replace as Needed

60,000-Mile Service

In addition to the normal service routines, you should put your Mercedes-Benz through at every interval; it is crucial to have your brakes checked at the 60,000-mile mark. If they are showing any signs of extreme wear, it is time to have them replaced. While you are at it, you will also want to consider replacing some of your spark plugs and differential oil, as it will be quite gunky by this point.

• Many of the Same Services from 30,000 Mile Interval
• Replace Battery as Needed
• Inspect Brake Rotors - Replace as Needed
• Check for Wear on Belts and Hoses - Replace as Needed

90,000-Mile Service

By now, you have put quite a few miles on your Mercedes-Benz, so it is time to give it a complete check-up. You will want the technician to check everything under the hood and put it through a road test. This is a trained professional who can spot any troublesome areas before they become serious. Beyond that, you will want to recheck your brakes and tires depending on when they were last replaced.

• Many of the Same Services from 60,000 Mile Interval
• Top to Bottom Inspection
• Check Spark Plugs - Replace as Needed
• Inspect Vehicle Safety Technology Features

Remember that these service intervals are only suggested guidelines. If you have any questions about your specific make and model of Mercedes-Benz, consult your owner's manual or give the dealership a call. It is essential to take care of your vehicle to provide you with years of worry-free driving.

For more details about your Mercedes GLS 450, C-Class, E-Class or CLA 250 maintenance schedule, as well as any other model in the lineup, please consult your owner’s manual or contact Elite Mercedes for further information.