MY14 Maintenance Booklet PDF

Maintenance
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Contents 1
Vehicle Maintenance Service

General Information .............................. 3 Work (including Emission System
Vehicle data ............................................. 3 Maintenance) ................................... 12
Protecting the environment ..................... 3 Service at 2,000 miles ........................... 13
Operating safety ...................................... 4 Required Service Work .................... 13
General notes .................................... 4 Tire rotation at 5,000 miles ................... 13
Danger of electric shock .................... 4 Recommended Service Work ........... 13
Performing work on the vehicle ......... 4 Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year .......... 13
High-voltage battery .......................... 5 Required Service Work .................... 13
Recommended Service Work ........... 15
Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years ........ 16
Maintenance Booklet ............................ 6 Required Service Work .................... 16
Introduction ............................................. 6 Recommended Service Work ........... 18
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Service at 30,000 miles or 3 years ........ 19
System ............................................... 6 Required Service Work .................... 19
Required and Recommended Recommended Service Work ........... 20
Service Work ...................................... 6 Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years ........ 21
Tire rotation ....................................... 6 Required Service Work .................... 21
Severe operating conditions .............. 7 Recommended Service Work ........... 23
Wear items ......................................... 7 Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years ........ 25
Tested and approved engine oils Required Service Work .................... 25
and oil filters ...................................... 8 Recommended Service Work ........... 26
Regular checks .................................. 8 Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years ........ 27
Notes on the warranty ....................... 9 Required Service Work .................... 27
Service records .................................. 9 Recommended Service Work ........... 29
Parts/Operating materials ................. 9 Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years ........ 31
Emission System Maintenance .............. 10 Required Service Work .................... 31
Gasoline Engines ............................. 10 Recommended Service Work ........... 32
Emission Control System Caution Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years ........ 33
– Gasoline Engines .......................... 10 Required Service Work .................... 33
Emission Control System Caution Recommended Service Work ........... 35
– Diesel Engines .............................. 11 Service at 90,000 miles or 9 years ........ 36
BlueTEC exhaust gas Required Service Work .................... 36
aftertreatment with DEF (Diesel Recommended Service Work ........... 38
Exhaust Fluid) .................................. 11 Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years .... 39
Description of Emission System Required Service Work .................... 39
Maintenance Jobs .................................. 11 Recommended Service Work ........... 41
Changing the engine oil and filter .... 12 Service at 110,000 miles or 11 years .... 42
Replacing the air filter ...................... 12 Required Service Work .................... 42
Replacing the fuel filter .................... 12 Recommended Service Work ........... 43
Replacing spark plugs ...................... 12 Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years .... 44
Filling up DEF (Diesel Exhaust Required Service Work .................... 44
Fluid) ................................................ 12 Recommended Service Work ........... 47
Maintenance service descriptions ......... 12 Service at 130,000 miles or 13 years .... 48
Required Service Work .................... 48
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Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years .... 50

Service at 150,000 miles or 15 years .... 54
Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage
Service Work ......................................... 56
High-mileage Service at
160,000 miles or 16 years; then
every 20,000 miles or 2 years ......... 56
High-mileage Service at
170,000 miles or 17 years; then
every 20,000 miles or 2 years ......... 60
High-mileage additional work ................ 62
Confirmations ........................................ 63
Tire rotation ..................................... 63
Maintenance service ........................ 66
Protecting the environment 3
Vehicle data
X X
General Information
Model Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
X X
Date of initial registration Paint color and code
X X
License Plate No. License Plate No.
X X
X X
X X
Protecting the environment Operating conditions and your individual

driving style to a large extent influence fuel
Natural resources form the basis of our consumption and the rate of engine, brake,
existence on this planet. The objectives of our and tire wear. To reduce fuel consumption
policy are for these resources to be used and the rate of wear, please consider the
sparingly and in a manner which takes the following:
requirements of both nature and humanity Ravoid short trips.
into account. Rmake sure that the tire pressures are
Our declared policy is integrated always correct.
environmental protection. This policy starts Ravoid frequent, abrupt acceleration.
at the root causes and encompasses in its Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
management decisions all the consequences
Rremove ski holders and roof racks once you
for the environment which could arise from
production processes or the products no longer need them.
themselves. Rdo not warm up the engine with the vehicle
You too can help to protect the environment stationary.

by operating your Mercedes-Benz in an Rshift gears such that each gear is used only
environmentally responsible manner. up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
Rkeep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel
consumption.
A regularly serviced vehicle will also help
protect the environment. You should adhere
GWARNING Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
4 Operating safety
to the maintenance intervals displayed by the damage is not visible. There is a risk of fatal
Maintenance System service indicator, along injury.
with other maintenance work described in Following an accident, do not touch any high-
General Information
this booklet. voltage components and never modify the

We recommend that you have maintenance vehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Have
services performed by your authorized the vehicle towed away after an accident and
Mercedes-Benz Center using Genuine the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
Mercedes-Benz parts. checked by a qualified specialist workshop.
Only specially trained technicians may carry

Operating safety out work on the vehicle. If orange electric
cables or their connectors are damaged, have
General notes them replaced immediately at a qualified
HYBRID vehicles: Always read the chapter specialist workshop. We recommend that you
"Operating safety" as well as the HYBRID use a Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.
operating instructions. You could otherwise
fail to recognize dangers, e. g. due to high- Automatic deactivation of the hybrid
voltage. system
The hybrid system is deactivated
automatically if:
Danger of electric shock
RSRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
The components of the hybrid system are activates the restraint system in an
indicated by yellow warning labels to make accident
you aware of high voltage.
Ra short circuit is detected in the hybrid
system.
Rone of the hybrid system’s electrical
connections is disconnected.
This ensures that you do not come into
contact with high voltage.
Performing work on the vehicle

G WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their
High-voltage cables are orange-colored.
software as well as wiring can impair their
G DANGER function and/or the function of other
The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is networked components. In particular,
under high voltage. If you modify components systems relevant to safety could also be
in the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system affected. As a result, these may no longer
or touch damaged components, you may be function as intended and/or jeopardize the
electrocuted. The components in the operating safety of the vehicle. There is an
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system may increased risk of an accident and injury.
be damaged in an accident, although the Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
Operating safety 5
should have all work to electrical and Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified Immediately rinse electrolyte splashes off
specialist workshop. with water and seek medical attention
General Information
straight away.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops in the HYBRID G WARNING
operating instructions. Work carried out In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal
incorrectly on the hybrid system or pressure of the high-voltage battery can
modifications made to your vehicle could exceed a critical value. In this case flammable
cause the systems of your vehicle to cease gas escapes through a ventilation valve on the
functioning properly. underbody. The gas can ignite. There is a risk
Always have maintenance work on hybrid of injury.
system and high-voltage system electronics Leave the danger zone immediately. Secure
and components performed by a qualified the danger area at a suitable distance, whilst
specialist. We recommend that you use an observing legal requirements.
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this
purpose. The drain line for the flammable gas of the
If you have any questions about carrying out high-voltage battery is located in the area of
any type of service, turn to the advice of an the right front wheel.
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Always have maintenance work on hybrid
system and high-voltage system
electronics and components, such as
control modules, sensors and connecting
cables, performed by a qualified specialist
workshop with the necessary expert
knowledge of HYBRID vehicles and the
tools to carry out the work required, e.g. at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Otherwise there is a danger that vehicle
components may wear more rapidly, which
may void the vehicle’s warranty.
High-voltage battery
The high-voltage battery is located on the
front bulkhead in the engine compartment on
the right-hand side when viewed in the
direction of travel.
G WARNING
If the housing of the high-voltage battery has
been damaged, electrolyte and gases may
leak out. These are poisonous and caustic.
There is a risk of injury.
out any maintenance work. Z
6 Introduction
Introduction maintenance service has been performed.

Resetting the system without performing
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System the proper maintenance service will result
Your Mercedes-Benz comes equipped with in engine and/or other vehicle damage not
the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System. covered by the Mercedes-Benz New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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The Maintenance System tracks distance

driven and the time elapsed since your last
service. The maintenance service is indicated
in the multifunction display in the instrument Required and Recommended Service
cluster. Work
Approximately 1 month before a Required and Recommended Service Work
maintenance service is due, a message includes inspection or maintenance of many
appears in the multifunction display. The different components and systems in your
message provides the remaining miles or vehicle. The replacement of certain
days until the next maintenance service is components at varying intervals is also part
due. of Required and Recommended Service
A descriptive listing of the service items are Work.
contained in this booklet starting on Required Service Work is intended to help
(Y page 12). Following each maintenance maximize the service life of components or
service, your authorized Mercedes-Benz systems important to your vehicle’s
Center will reset the Maintenance System continued proper operation.
service indicator by confirming the service In addition to the Required Service Work,
items performed. Recommended Service Work is intended to
The authorized Mercedes-Benz Center provide you with the flexibility to choose
performing the maintenance services will which maintenance work is performed on
confirm the work has been carried out using your vehicle based on its needs or
the Confirmation pages in this booklet recommendations from your authorized
(Y page 63). Mercedes-Benz Center.
We continuously strive to improve our i Please note any maintenance work not
product and ask for your understanding that performed or not performed at the
we reserve the right to make changes in the specified interval which results in the
periodic maintenance work for our vehicles. failure of the warranted component(s) or
The information in this booklet is accurate as system(s) in question may not be covered
of the press date. At the time of your by the Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited
scheduled maintenance appointments with Warranty.
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the
most current maintenance work information
will be utilized for your vehicle’s age or Tire rotation
mileage. Please check with your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for any changes to the Your vehicle’s tires are a critical component
periodic maintenance work for your vehicle. to overall vehicle performance and vehicle
stability. The useful life of tires will vary and
i If the Maintenance System service is proportional to tire type, speed rating,
counter was inadvertently reset, have an ambient conditions, tire loading, tire inflation
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center correct pressure, road surfaces, and individual
it. Please only reset if the proper driving style, among other factors. Therefore,
Introduction 7
Mercedes-Benz recommends regular checks filter) are replaced as called for by the
for wear and proper inflation and, if applicable Maintenance System. Under severe dust
to your vehicle’s tire configuration, tire conditions, or with the Climate Control
rotation. frequently operating in the air recirculation
Tire rotations can be performed on vehicles mode, the filter should be replaced more
with the same front and rear tire dimensions. frequently than indicated by the
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If your vehicle is equipped with the same tire Maintenance System.
dimensions, tires can be rotated by observing RSpark plugs
a front-to-rear rotation pattern that will Spark plugs should be replaced according
maintain the intended rotation (spinning) to the specified maintenance interval.
direction of the tire (on unidirectional tires, an Severe operating conditions (frequent
arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended starting and stopping, excessive idling,
rotation or spinning direction of the tire). In sustained fast highway driving) may call for
some cases, such as when your vehicle is spark plugs to be replaced correspondingly
configured with staggered sizes (different tire sooner.
sizes, front vs. rear), tire rotations are not RCoolant
possible.
Have the coolant (water/anticorrosion/
If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows for antifreeze mixture) replaced at the
tire rotation, tire rotation should be specified maintenance interval. In vehicles
performed in accordance with the with the 275 or 279 engine, the coolant
recommended intervals, or sooner at first should be checked for proper
signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire concentration before the start of each
rotation recommendations will likely winter season (or once a year in hot
necessitate a tire rotation at least once in regions).
between maintenance services and at every
Replacement of coolant may be required
maintenance service based on Mercedes-
more frequently if coolant is not maintained
Benz maintenance intervals.
according to instructions and/or other
For your convenience, this Maintenance than approved anticorrosion/antifreeze
Booklet contains a tire rotation confirmation products for your vehicle are being used.
page on which you can record the date and For instructions on coolant, see "Coolant"
mileage when tire rotations were performed in your vehicle Operator's Manual. For a
(Y page 63). listing of approved anticorrosion/
antifreeze products for your vehicle,
contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Severe operating conditions Center.
The maintenance intervals have been
determined so that the vehicle, under normal
operating conditions, should operate Wear items
properly between maintenance services. While the Maintenance System calls for
Severe operating conditions may call for inspection of certain wear items, the system
correspondingly sooner replacement of the does not make any judgment on the condition
following items: of these wear items. Only a qualified
RInterior filters technician can determine if a wear item needs
(e.g. dust filter, recirculating air filter, to be replaced.
activated charcoal filter or combination
8 Introduction
Tested and approved engine oils and Engine type MB sheet number
oil filters
278 229.5
Engine oils and oil filters are specifically
tested for their suitability in our engines and 279 229.52
durability for our service intervals. Therefore,
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only use approved engine oils and oil filters 642 229.51
required for vehicles with the Maintenance 651 229.51
System. Conventional petroleum-based oils
must not be used for vehicles equipped with
i MB sheet numbers are printed on the
the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System.
outside of oil containers.
The following cases are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited Viscosity grades for engine oils
Warranty:
Rusing engine oils and oil filters of Using the chart below, select oil viscosity
specification other than those expressly according to the lowest air temperature
required for the Maintenance System. expected before the next oil change.
Rchanging of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by the
Maintenance System.
Rusing any oil additives.
Use the table below to determine the

MB sheet number. Refer to the Operator’s
Manual for the engine type of your model. The
model and engine type can be found in the
"Service products and capacities" section of
the "Technical data" chapter under "Engine
oil". For more information on selecting the proper
Engine type MB sheet number engine oils for your vehicle, please refer to
Rhttp://bevo.mercedes-benz.com
133 229.51
or
152 229.52 Ryour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
156 229.52, 229.512
157 229.52 Regular checks
270 229.5 In addition to the services, we recommend
that you check the following items regularly
271 229.5 (for example: weekly, when refueling, or
before any long journey):
275 229.52
REngine oil level – Depending on how your
276 229.5 vehicle is equipped, check the engine oil
1 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 engine oils may be used.

2 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils may be used.
Introduction 9
level using the oil level dipstick or the Service, replacement, or repair of the
control system via the multifunction emission control devices and systems
steering wheel/display. Further can be performed by any automotive
information about engine oil level repair establishment or individual using
measurement can be found in the vehicle certified parts.
Operator's Manual. We strongly recommend that you have
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RCoolant level – Please refer to the your vehicle serviced by your authorized
Operator’s Manual for the correct Mercedes-Benz Center which is fully
procedure to check the coolant level. equipped to provide this service.
RBrake fluid level – If brake fluid has to be Please note that engines have to be serviced
added, see an authorized Mercedes- Benz in accordance with special instructions and
Center to determine the cause, e.g. leaks using special measuring equipment to
or worn brake pads. comply with legal requirements concerning
RWindshield washing system – If the exhaust emissions. Modifications to or
washer fluid level drops below the tampering with emissions components is not
minimum level, the washer fluid level permissible. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz
warning appears. Add washer fluid mixed Center is familiar with the relevant
with Mercedes-Benz windshield washer regulations.
solvent/concentrate, test function and
check wiper blades.
RLighting system Service records
RTire condition and pressures – Check at Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
least monthly. Please refer to section "Tires certify in this booklet the maintenance
and wheels" in the Operator's Manual for services on your vehicle which it has
guidelines and correct procedures to check performed.
tire condition and pressures. Other than the maintenance services
described, the Maintenance Booklet does not
record or reflect any repair work that may
Notes on the warranty have been performed to your vehicle. Please
An extensive and well-equipped network of keep those receipts with your vehicle
authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers is at your records.
disposal for service work. Your authorized For information concerning warranty, see
Mercedes-Benz Center can ensure that your your Service and Warranty Information
vehicle is professionally and thoroughly booklet.
serviced and repaired. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
Please see the Service and Warranty gladly furnish additional information on the
Information booklet for detailed information maintenance of your vehicle.
on warranty terms and coverage. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Please follow the instructions given in A Daimler Company
this Maintenance Booklet, even if you
entrust the vehicle to a third party for use
or care. Only in this way will you be able Parts/Operating materials
to ensure that your warranty rights are We recommend only the use of Genuine
not affected. Mercedes-Benz parts for service and repairs,
10 Emission System Maintenance
since they meet our specifications. It is also The following must be adhered to:
important to only use fuels, lubricants and a) In all gasoline engine models, use only
anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant meeting premium unleaded gasoline with an anti-
factory specifications. Please see your knock index of at least 91 (as displayed
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for more on the pump) unless otherwise
information on this subject. specified. Damage to the engine could occur
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if premium unleaded fuel is not used. Refer to

the Operator’s Manual for special
Emission System Maintenance precautions.
Gasoline Engines b) Leaded gasoline should not be used
under any circumstances. Damage to the
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emission control components will result.
and, in California, the Air Resources Board
c) In select models, the use of Ethanol
have certified that the emission control
(E85) is also permissible. Models capable
systems of your vehicle comply with the
of also operating with E85 are identified by a
applicable exhaust emission standards for
label on the fuel filler flap reading ’Premium
MY 2014 vehicles.
gasoline or E85 only!’. Do not use Ethanol fuel
To be certain that the emission control (E85) to operate any vehicle unless it is
systems function as designed, regular specifically identified as Ethanol fuel (E85)
maintenance is necessary for components of compatible. Damage to the engine could
the vehicle which affect exhaust and occur if improper fuels are used. Refer to the
evaporative emissions composition. Operator’s Manual for special precautions.
The vehicle owner is responsible for the d) The specified engine maintenance jobs
regular maintenance of the emission control must be performed completely and at the
system, as well as the use of premium required intervals. Properly functioning
unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of spark plugs for instance are important for the
at least 91 (displayed on the pump) in all service life of the catalysts. Failure to properly
gasoline engine models unless otherwise perform the specified maintenance jobs may
specified. adversely affect the emission control system
Failure to properly maintain the emission on the vehicle and reduce its service life.
system may result in repairs not being e) The operation of the emission control
covered by the emission system warranties. system must not be altered in any way.
Explanations of each maintenance job are Alterations are not permissible by law. In
given on (Y page 11). addition, alterations may result in damage to
the catalysts, increased fuel consumption,
and impaired engine running conditions.
Emission Control System Caution – f) Irregular engine running conditions
Gasoline Engines should be corrected immediately by an
Your Mercedes-Benz vehicle is equipped with authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Such
both a three-way catalyst and a closed loop irregular running conditions can influence the
oxygen sensor system to comply with current proper function of the emission control
exhaust emission regulations. Keep your system.
vehicle in proper operating condition by If the check engine indicator lamp in the
following our recommended maintenance instrument cluster illuminates when the
instructions as outlined. engine is running, it indicates a possible
Description of Emission System Maintenance Jobs 11
malfunction of the engine management Alterations are not permissible by law. In

system or emission control system. addition, alterations may result in damage to
We recommend that you have the the catalysts, increased fuel consumption,
malfunction checked as soon as possible. and impaired engine running conditions.
If the check engine indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster illuminates when the
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Emission Control System Caution – engine is running, it indicates a possible
Diesel Engines malfunction of the engine management
system or emission control system.
Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with
emission control devices to comply with We recommend that you have the
current diesel exhaust emission regulations malfunction checked as soon as possible.
where the vehicle is certified for sale. Keep
your vehicle in proper operating condition by
following our recommended maintenance BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
instructions as outlined. with DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)
The following must be adhered to: Models:
a) Diesel engines require ULTRA-LOW RE 250 BlueTEC
SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm RE 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC
SULFUR MAXIMUM) that meets the RGL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
ASTM D975 standard. Failure to use ULTRA-
RGLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC
LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (ULSD)
can severely damage the vehicle's exhaust RML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC
after-treatment device. The BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
b) Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of system requires DEF in order to function
B5 (standard ULSD which may contain a properly. Maintaining the level and condition
maximum of 5% biodiesel) in all BlueTEC of the DEF is part of the regular maintenance
diesel engines. service work. Under normal driving
Diesel fuels containing a higher proportion of conditions, one tankful of DEF should suffice
biodiesel, e.g. B20, as well as straight until the next maintenance service.
biodiesel may cause severe damage to your DEF is a non-flammable, non-toxic, colorless
engine/fuel system and are not approved. and odorless, water-soluble liquid.
Please ask your service station for further ! Only use DEF complying with ISO 22241.
information. If the B5 biodiesel blend is not Do not add special additives to DEF and do
sufficiently labeled to clearly indicate that it not dilute DEF with water. Otherwise, the
meets the USLD standard, please do not use BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
it. The Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty does system could be damaged.
not cover damage caused by the use of fuels
not meeting Mercedes-Benz approved fuel
standards. Description of Emission System
c) The specified engine maintenance jobs Maintenance Jobs
have to be performed completely and at
the required intervals. The composition of exhaust emissions is
d) The operation of the emission control influenced not only by the special emission
system must not be altered in any way. control equipment, but also by various engine
components and their adjustments.
12 Maintenance service descriptions
Therefore, emission system maintenance Diesel Engines

must include these engine components.
Replace the fuel filter every 40,000 miles or
Some maintenance jobs are actually only
4 years.
tests. They are important however, because
they allow early detection of discrepancies
which can later lead to increased exhaust
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Replacing spark plugs

emissions. It is generally less expensive to
have such items adjusted immediately rather Spark plugs are subject to electrode erosion
than allowing them to contribute to costly and must be replaced according to the
repairs. The maintenance intervals have been specified maintenance intervals, or more
determined so that the vehicle, under normal frequently as may be required when subject
conditions, should operate properly between to severe operating conditions.
services.
Filling up DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)

Changing the engine oil and filter Fill up DEF every 10,000 miles or 1 year.
Change the engine oil and oil filter every
10,000 miles or 1 year. If oil consumption
should increase, determine the cause and Maintenance service descriptions
take necessary corrective steps. Do not reset
the Maintenance System service indicator if Vehicle Maintenance Service Work
the oil level is adjusted or changed outside (including Emission System
the interval of 10,000 miles or 1 year. Maintenance)
i Maintenance services should be
performed at the number of miles or years
Replacing the air filter (whichever comes first) as indicated.
Under normal dust conditions, replace the air If your vehicle exceeds the time or mileage
filter at every 40,000 miles or 4 years. In of the maintenance service descriptions,
vehicles with engine 275 replace the air filter continue to maintain the vehicle following
at every 60,000 miles or 6 years and with the maintenance services specified in the
engine 133 every 10,000 miles or 1 year. High Mileage section (Y page 56).
Clean air filter cover and housing prior to Detailed descriptions for each
removal of air filter. maintenance service can be found starting
on (Y page 13).
For description of emission system
Replacing the fuel filter maintenance jobs, see (Y page 11).
Gasoline Engines
Except SL-Class, CLA-Class: Replace the fuel
filter every 150,000 miles or 15 years.
CLA-Class, SL-Class: Replace the fuel filter
every 120,000 miles or 12 years.
Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year 13
Service at 2,000 miles

Required Service Work
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
SL-Class
C-Class
E-Class
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Replace rear axle differential fluid (limited slip differential only) • • • • •
Tire rotation at 5,000 miles
A 5,000-mile recommended tire rotation interval will likely necessitate tire rotation at least
once in between each 10,000-mile maintenance service and at every 10,000-mile
maintenance service. Please refer to (Y page 6) for additional tire rotation information and
(Y page 63) to record when your vehicle’s tires have been rotated.
Recommended Service Work
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Tire rotation (where applicable)3 • • • • • • • • • •
Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

Check catch, safety catch and hinges on • • • • • • • • • •
engine hood for proper operation
Clean visible area of water deflector • • • • • • •
3 Tire rotation can not be performed on vehicles equipped with staggered front/rear tire sizes.
14 Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Check water drain in air/water duct for •
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obstructions; clean if soiled

Fill up DEF (engine 642, 651) • • • •
Reset maintenance service indicator in • • • • • • • • • •
instrument cluster
Check starter using STAR DIAGNOSIS tester •
(E 400 HYBRID only)
Replace dust filter • •
Check thickness of brake pads, front and • • • • • • • • • •
rear
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare tire • • • • • • • • • •
(where applicable)
Replace air filter (engine 133) •
Check the following fluid levels; correct
if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine cause and
perform repair with separate work order
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering (where applicable) • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (ABC) (if applicable) • •
Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year 15
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination filter • • • • • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard warning • • • • • • • • • •
lamps, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and • • • • • • • • • •
interior lighting/exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo compartment lighting • • • • • • • • • •
Check condition of battery (main/starter/ • • • • • • • • • •
auxiliary) using "Midtronics EXP 717" tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and headlamp • • • • • • • • • •
cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top seals •
Tire checks
Tire rotation (where applicable) • • • • • • • • • •
Inspect tires for damage, measure tread • • • • • • • • • •
depth
Check TIREFIT sealant expiration date • • • • • • • • • •
(where applicable)
Activate Tire Pressure Monitoring System • • • • • • • • • •
Chassis checks
Visually check brake system components, • • • • • • • • • •
lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and disks, • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear wheels removed
16 Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years
Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • •
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination filter and/or dust filter • • • • • • • • • •
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
Leakage – Major components: Check for • • • • • • • • • •
chafe marks, line routing, damaged
components. In the event of leakage,
determine cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Check DEF lines and components for leaks • • • •
and damage (engine 642, 651)
Visually inspect condition of front axle ball • • • • • • • • • •
joints, rubber boots
Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years 17
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Visually inspect condition of rear axle ball • •
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Visually inspect condition of driveshaft • • • • • • • • •
flexible disks
Visually inspect condition of steering • • • • • • • • • •
mechanical components, rubber boots
if necessary
Engine cooling system, antifreeze and •
corrosion protection (engine 275, main
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test only) • • • • • • • • • •
Trailer hitch: Check condition and • •
functionality
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

lamps, turn signals
Check and correct headlamp setting • • • • • • • • • •
Check seat belts and buckles for signs of • • • • • • • • • •
external damage and proper function
cleaning system
Check, clean and lubricate sliding sunroof • • • • • •
mechanism (where applicable)
Check, clean and lubricate mechanism of • • • • • •
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
(where applicable)
Check bodywork for paint work damage • • • • • • • • • •
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Chassis and load-bearing body components: • • • • • • • • • •
Check for damage and corrosion

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Replace coolant for main circuit • •
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(engine 275, 279)

Automatic transmission – oil and filter •
change (engine 133)
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
cleaning system
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

Replace fuel filter (engine 642, 651) • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
Automatic transmission – oil and filter • • • • •
change (engine 156, 157, 275)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Replace rear axle differential fluid (limited • • • • •
Maintenance Booklet
slip differential only)
Replace air filter (except engine 275) • • • • • • • • • •
if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Maintenance Booklet
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

instrument cluster
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
(E 400 HYBRID only)

(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
change (E 400 HYBRID only)
change
Replace spark plugs (except engine 642, • • • • • • • • • •
651)
(engine 275, 279)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Replace air filter (engine 133, 275) • •
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if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
Automatic transmission – oil and filter • • • • • • • • •
change, except for E 400 HYBRID
(engine 152, 271, 276, 278, 279, 642, 651)
Automatic transmission – oil and filter • •
change (engine 157)
rear
(where applicable)
if necessary
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Maintenance Booklet

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
Engine – oil and filter change • • • • E-Class

• • • • • •
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
Replace air filter (except engine 275) • • • • • • • • • •
if necessary
circuit)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Maintenance Booklet
Function check
functionality
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
(engine 275, 279)
change (engine 133)
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

flexible disks
if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet


GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Maintenance Booklet

depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

Required Service Work GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

Replace fuel filter • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
Automatic transmission – oil and filter • • • • • •
change (engine 133, 156, 157, 270, 275 and
engine 276 in model E 400 HYBRID only)
Replace coolant (engine 133, 157, 270, 278) • •
(engine 275, 279)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Replace coolant for low-temperature circuit •
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(engine 279)
Replace air filter • • • • • • • • • •
651)
if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet


GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Maintenance Booklet

depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

Required Service Work GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

Clean visible area of water deflector • • • • • •
instrument cluster
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(engine 152, 271, 276, 278, 279, 642, 651)
change (engine 157)
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet

Replace fuel filter (except engine 642, 651) • • • • • • • •
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
Replace coolant (except engine 275) • • • • • • • •
(engine 275, 279)
(engine 275)
change (engine 133)
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
56 Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Maintenance Booklet

depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks
Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work

High-mileage Service at 160,000 miles or 16 years; then every 20,000 miles or
2 years
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work 57
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
(where applicable)
rear
(where applicable)
separate work order
flexible disks
Applicable additional work (Y page 62) • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
if necessary
circuit)
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
Function check
functionality

GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class

lamps, turn signals
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
cleaning system
(where applicable)
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
Chassis checks
High-mileage Service at 170,000 miles or 17 years; then every 20,000 miles or

2 years
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
instrument cluster
(E 400 HYBRID only)
rear
(where applicable)
Applicable additional work (Y page 62) • • • • • • • • • •
if necessary
Brake system • • • • • • • • • •
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
lamps, turn signals
cleaning system
Tire checks
depth
(where applicable)
62 High-mileage additional work
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet

High-mileage additional work
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
If more than 30,000 miles or 3 years
since last replacement
(engine 275, 279)
change (engine 133)
Replace air filter (except engine 133, 275) • • • • • • • • • •
change (E 400 HYBRID only)
change (engine 270)
Confirmations 63
GLK-Class
CLA-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
C-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
651)
(engine 152, 271, 276, 278, 279, 642, 651)
change (engine 157)
Replace fuel filter • •
Replace coolant (engine 133, 157, 270, 278) • •
(engine 279)
Replace fuel filter (except engine 642, 651) • • • • • • • •
Replace coolant • • • • • • • •
(engine 275)
Confirmations
Tire rotation
Please refer to (Y page 6) and (Y page 13) for tire rotation information.
Date: Odometer:
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64 Confirmations
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Maintenance Booklet
Date: Odometer:
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Confirmations 65
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66 Confirmations
Maintenance service
Complete in full
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Date
Maintenance Booklet
Odometer
Repair order no. (if applicable)
Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Oil brand/viscosity: Air filter

Engine oil Coolant
Spark plugs
Automatic transmission DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)
Rear axle differential fluid
Service carried out in accordance with

Mercedes-Benz USA specifications:
Yes/No
Replaced:
Engine oil and oil filter
Oil – automatic transmission
Brake fluid
Brake pads, front axle
Brake pads, rear axle
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Notes Rubber stamp/Signature
Confirmations 67
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet
Oil brand/viscosity: Coolant

Engine oil Spark plugs
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)
Automatic transmission

Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
68 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 69
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
70 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 71
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
72 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 73
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
74 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 75
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
76 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 77
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
78 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
Confirmations 79
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet


Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter
80 Confirmations
Complete in full
Date
Odometer
Maintenance Booklet



Yes/No
Replaced:
Brake fluid
Fuel filter
Combination filter
Dust filter
Air filter

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Maintenance

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Vehicle Maintenance Service

Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years .... 50

Protecting the environment Operating conditions and your individual

You too can help to protect the environment stationary.

this booklet. voltage components and never modify the

Only specially trained technicians may carry

Performing work on the vehicle

Introduction maintenance service has been performed.

The Maintenance System tracks distance

Use the table below to determine the

1 Restriction: only SAE 0W-40 engine oils may be used.

if premium unleaded fuel is not used. Refer to

malfunction of the engine management Alterations are not permissible by law. In

Therefore, emission system maintenance Diesel Engines

Replacing spark plugs

Filling up DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)

Service at 2,000 miles

Tire rotation at 5,000 miles

Recommended Service Work

Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

obstructions; clean if soiled

Recommended Service Work

Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

Service at 30,000 miles or 3 years

(engine 275, 279)

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

obstructions; clean if soiled

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

interior lighting/exterior lighting

Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

(E 400 HYBRID only)

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

Check condition of battery (main/starter/ • • • • • • • • • •

Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years

Power steering (where applicable) • • • • •

Recommended Service Work

Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • E-Class

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

mechanism (where applicable)

Service at 90,000 miles or 9 years

Engine – oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • •

Recommended Service Work

Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • •

Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years

joints, rubber boots

Recommended Service Work