Yearly Archives: 2016

Your Santa Rosa Mercedes Mechanic

CK Auto Exclusive in Santa Rosa has been Santa Rosa's Mercedes mechanic since 1977. For more than 35 years CK Auto Exclusive has served the Santa Rosa area and its Mercedes needs, providing expert Mercedes service and repair. We are dedicated to the residents of Sonoma County and specialize in virtually every year of Mercedes-Benz cars and trucks – from classic Mercedes to brand new. Because we specialize in a variety of different Mercedes-Benz models, we are constantly learning and upgrading our software and technology to read the OBD Systems of the latest Mercedes-Benz models on the market today. From Mercedes-Benz factory scheduled maintenance and computer diagnostics to transmission rebuilds and check engine lights, at CK Auto Exclusive we pride ourselves in being your one-stop Santa Rosa mechanic. We are confi ... read more

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Mercedes-Benz Check Engine Light Repairs

Your commute to work just got a little more interesting, didn't it? A check engine light on the dashboard isn't a sight you're happy to see, but it's something that the experts at CK Auto Exclusive Santa Rosa know exactly how to repair. A Mercedes-Benz check engine light can mean a variety of things. When the check engine light comes on in your Mercedes-Benz it means that the OBD System (on board diagnostic system) has detected a problem. A check engine light will alert you to a variety of different issues from major to minor. When you put gas in your car this morning, did you tighten the gas cap? Faulty fuel injectors, blown head gaskets, malfunctioning oxygen sensors, cracked spark plugs, wiring and hoses, your mass air flow sensor&hellip ... read more

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Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Plans – Service A and B

Each and every Mercedes-Benz vehicle is unique. Depending on the class of Mercedes-Benz you own, your maintenance schedule will vary to ensure that your luxury vehicle will perform the same way it did when you first drove it off the lot. Before choosing a Mercedes maintenance plan you should refer to your vehicle's manual to guarantee that your Mercedes-Benz is getting the special love it needs specific to its model. At CK Auto Exclusive Santa Rosa, we will guide you through the different plans and help you to understand what your Mercedes-Benz needs to stay healthy. We pride ourselves on integrity when recommending service for your Mercedes, as well as free estimates.Required services for Mercedes-Benz vehicles vary between ‘Service A' and ‘Service B.' Service A maintenance plans are also referred to a ... read more

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Six Generations of Ingenuity Mercedes-Benz S Class

The Mercedes-Benz S Class, or Sonderklasse (German for “special class,” abbrev. “S-Klasse”) is a series of leading luxury vehicles introduced to the industry in 1972 with the W116. Since 1972, the Mercedes-Benz S Class has been at the forefront of luxury car production. The Mercedes-Benz S Class introduced the first seatbelt pretensioners (a device designed to pull a seat belt tight in an accident), drivetrain technology, advanced interior features and comes in both standard and long-wheelbase varieties. Since its inception, the Mercedes-Benz “S-Klasse” sedans have produced six generations, including a two-door couple model (SEC) and then later, the S-Coupe in a separate line known as the CL-Class. In short, six generations of “S-Klasse” models have shaped six generations of restructured, advanced technology and safety features every year they are made. Luckily, CK Auto Exclusive has been w ... read more

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The Computer in Your Mercedes-Benz Isn’t Working, Now What?

It's not the end of the world, we promise. CK Auto Exclusive has been working with Mercedes-Benz vehicles since 1977. Needless to say since then many things have changed in the design of the cars, including their technical abilities. At CK Auto we pride ourselves in knowing that as the times change, we need to too. And that's exactly what we've done. To properly service today's vehicles it means that we must keep up with innovative technology while still sticking to our celebrated standards of service. Our professional Mercedes-Benz technicians have been trained on and have access to the most advanced diagnostic computers available. Problems with your computer can cause airbag, transmission and brake lights to work improperly, as well as cause major safety issues while you're on the road. Do not let this go unchecked! The onboard computer contains all the information about your Mercedes. As a luxury vehicle, the computer is one of the most important tools your c ... read more

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