Santa Rosa Mercedes-Benz Auto Repair

It's not uncommon for a misplaced car jack to do serious damage. In this article we discuss some of the different car jacks available, how they function and the importance of proper placement. Remember that improper use of a car jack can be extremely dangerous, so take your Mercedes maintenance needs to CK Auto if you're aren't sure of what you need and how to properly use the equipment. ARE ALL CAR JACKS THE SAME? There are a great many different types of jacks that you may be tempted to use on your Mercedes. Here are examples of some of the jacks out there – note that NOT all these will be compatible with your Benz. The point is to show you the wide variety out there, and that it's important to choose the correct one. ... read more

Paul Duckworth and his team of Mercedes-Benz experts have been serving Santa Rosa since 1977. Mercedes-Benz designs its cars to last, but strict Mercedes maintenance is required to achieve maximum longevity. When investing in a used Mercedes, it's not always easy to spot prior maintenance failures and current Benz issues. You ultimately need a CK Auto Master Mechanicto vet your final choice before purchase, but here are five Mercedes inspection tips to help you narrow down your choices. Mercedes Pre Purchase Inspection Tip #1 Check the fluid levels and poke around under the hood looking for leaks of any kind. Begin by checking the dipstick for the quantity and condition of the engine oil. If the oil level is well below full, this can indicate that the current owner has failed to address an oil leak or that the engine regularly runs without the optimal oil level ... read more

We at CK Auto Exclusive are experts at all things Mercedes-Benz. We love difficult-to-diagnose Santa Rosa Mercedes issues, because it's these issues that push our craft forward. Unlike the service centers at Mercedes dealerships, we like to share our knowledge and expertise with our customers. One of the things our customers often ask us is, “What does that sound mean?” In this article we take a look at the synthetic, natural, good and bad sounds that a Mercedes engine can make. AUTOMAKERS LOOK TO SILENCE, AMPLIFY AND CREATE SOUNDS It's no secret that in recent years many automakers have been toggling with the perceptible sounds produced in cars. Some set-ups boost the preexisting sound the engine makes and pipes it into the cabin of the vehicle to allow the driver to better respond to shifting and handling cues. Other set-ups aim to completely eliminate road noise while amplifying engine noise. Technology of this type seeks to create a microcosm within the ... read more

Santa Rosa Mercedes dealerships are great for purchasing brand new Mercedes vehicles, but should Mercedes owners get the vehicles serviced at the dealerships? We at CK Auto Exclusive want the best for our customers when it comes to service, maintenance and repair. Every Mercedes mechanic in our shop really knows their stuff. As such, we wanted to share some easy Mercedes maintenance tips to follow that will increase the longevity and performance of your Benz. TOP 10 MERCEDES MAINTENANCE SECRETS 1. The first rule of recommended service is that it isn't really recommended so much as it is mandatory if you want your Santa Rosa Mercedes to enjoy a nice, long life. 2. Be aware that “recommended service”, as stated in your Mercedes service schedule, is recommended for light to normal driving conditions. In other words, many short trips, lots of stop-n-go, extreme temps – hot and cold, poor road conditions (dirt, gravel, snow, etc.) and the like all decrease the intervals at ... read more

Santa Rosa has trusted Paul Duckworth with its high mileage Mercedes vehicles for more than 30 years. Paul's Mercedes Master Tech status required rigorous testing and skill assessment. Our team applies skill and knowledge to increasing the longevity of every Santa Rosa Mercedes Benz that comes into the shop. Some of our loyal customers have received coveted high-mileage awards straight from the Mercedes-Benz mothership. In this article we discuss what these badges are, how Santa Rosa Mercedes owners earn them and how Benz owners can achieve extreme longevity with their vehicles. TELL THEM WHAT THEY WIN, BOB. According to mbusa.com: HOW DO BENZ OWNERS EARN HIGH MILEAGE AWARDS? According to mbusa.com: People typically display these badges on the grills of their Mercedes vehicles. HOW TO MAXIMIZE BENZ LONGEVITY The easiest and ... read more