Posted on 12/11/2013
Keeping your high-mileage Mercedes in good operating condition is essential to prolonging its lifespan. We wish that it was as simple as not driving so much, but the number of miles in the commute to and from work is impossible to change. However, with proper care and diligent Mercedes maintenance, you can keep your Mercedes running smoothly for years down the road. HOW TO CARE FOR A HIGH-MILEAGE MERCEDES The absolute be-all, end-all to keeping your high-mileage Mercedes healthy is regular maintenance. Servicing your vehicle at the proper intervals will help to avoid all kinds of problems—both big and small—in the future. Most of the bigger issues we see here are direct results from lack of proper, regular maintenance. Things like transmission failure, misfire, and worn brake rotors are all completely avoidable. Generally, newer engines can handle more miles between servicing. The parts are newer, there's less wear and tear, and ever ... read more
Posted on 12/11/2013
We all rely on our vehicles for a number of very important things in our day-to-day lives. Trust us when we say that regular Mercedes maintenance is the surest way to keep car headaches to minimum. Proper Mercedes-Benz maintenance ensures your monetary investment and it also increases the safety of the vehicle for you, your family, and other drivers. CUES YOUR MERCEDES NEEDS SERVICE There are a number of things that can signify that your vehicle isn't running optimally and is in need of servicing. Some of them are very obvious, like starting poorly, hesitations when accelerating, and generally not sounding normal. Other less obvious indicators can include loss in MPGs and loss in overall performance. If you notice any of these problems with your car, the truth is that you're probably long overdue for a service appointment with a professional. Some people think that they can save money by skipping out on their regular vehicle maintenance appointments. While it's ... read more