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We want you to enjoy your Mercedes-Benz Symbols
automobile. Vehicle safety and operational
reliability are two very important factors and Trademarks®:
RAdBlue® is a registered trademark of the
to maintain them, regular maintenance
services are necessary. German Association of the Automotive
We continuously strive to improve our Industry (VDA).
product and ask for your understanding that The following symbols are found in this
we reserve the right to make changes in the Operator’s Manual:
periodic maintenance work for our vehicles.
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The information in this manual is accurate as
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of the press date. At the time of your
hazards that may endanger your health or life,
scheduled maintenance appointments with
or the health or life of others.
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the
most current maintenance work information
will be utilized for your vehicle’s age or ! Highlights hazards that may result in
mileage. Please check with your authorized damage to your vehicle.
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periodic maintenance work required for your
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SERVICE AND THAT GENUINE MERCEDES-
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2 Vehicle data
Vehicle data
X X
General Information
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Protecting the environment 3
General Information
existence on this planet. The objectives of our services performed by your authorized
policy are for these resources to be used Mercedes-Benz Center using Genuine
sparingly and in a manner which takes the Mercedes-Benz parts.
requirements of both nature and humanity
into account.
Our declared policy is integrated
environmental protection. This policy starts
at the root causes and encompasses in its
management decisions all the consequences
for the environment which could arise from
production processes or the products
themselves.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your Mercedes-Benz in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Operating conditions and your individual
driving style to a large extent influence fuel
consumption and the rate of engine, brake,
and tire wear. To reduce fuel consumption
and the rate of wear, please consider the
following:
RAvoid short trips.
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
4 Introduction
driving style, among other factors. Therefore, (e.g. dust filter, recirculating air filter,
Mercedes-Benz recommends regular checks activated charcoal filter or combination
for wear and proper inflation and, if applicable filter) are replaced as called for by the
to your vehicle’s tire configuration, tire Maintenance System. Under severe dust
rotation. conditions, or with the Climate Control
frequently operating in the air recirculation
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Tire rotations can be performed on vehicles
with the same front and rear tire dimensions. mode, the filters should be replaced
If your vehicle is equipped with the same tire correspondingly sooner and changed more
dimensions, tires can be rotated by observing frequently than as called for by the
a front-to-rear rotation pattern that will Maintenance System.
maintain the intended rotation (spinning) RSPARK PLUGS
direction of the tire (on unidirectional tires, an Spark plugs should be replaced according
arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended to the specified maintenance interval.
rotation or spinning direction of the tire). In Severe operating conditions (frequent
some cases, such as when your vehicle is starting and stopping, excessive idling,
configured with staggered sizes (different tire sustained fast highway driving) may call for
sizes, front vs. rear), tire rotations are not spark plugs to be replaced correspondingly
possible. sooner.
If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows for RCOOLANT
tire rotation, tire rotation should be
performed in accordance with the Have the coolant (water/anticorrosion/
recommended intervals, or sooner at first antifreeze mixture) replaced at the
signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire specified maintenance interval. In vehicles
rotation recommendations will likely with engine 275 and G-Class with
necessitate a tire rotation at least once in engine 113, the coolant should be checked
between maintenance services and at every for proper concentration before the start of
maintenance service based on Mercedes- each winter season (or once a year in hot
Benz maintenance intervals. regions).
For your convenience, this Maintenance Replacement of coolant may be required
Booklet contains a tire rotation confirmation more frequently if coolant is not maintained
page on which you can record the date and according to instructions and/or other
mileage when tire rotations were performed than approved anticorrosion/antifreeze
(Y page 87). products for your vehicle are being used.
For instructions on coolant, see “Coolants”
in your vehicle Operator’s Manual. For a
Severe operating conditions listing of approved anticorrosion/
antifreeze products for your vehicle,
The maintenance intervals have been contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz
determined so that the vehicle, under normal Center.
operating conditions, should operate
properly between maintenance services.
Severe operating conditions may call for
Wear items
correspondingly sooner replacement of the
following items: While the Maintenance System calls for
RINTERIOR FILTERS inspection of certain wear items, the system
does not make any judgment on the condition
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
6 Introduction
Engine oils and oil filters are specifically i MB sheet numbers are printed on the
tested for their suitability in our engines and outside of oil containers.
durability for our service intervals. Therefore,
only use approved engine oils and oil filters Viscosity grades for engine oils
required for vehicles with Maintenance
Using the chart below, select oil viscosity
System. Conventional petroleum-based oils
according to the lowest air temperature
must not be used for vehicles equipped with
expected before the next oil change.
the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System.
The following cases are not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited
Warranty:
RUsing engine oils and oil filters of
specification other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System.
RChanging of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by the
Maintenance System.
RUsing any oil additives.
For more information on selecting the proper
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends engine oils for your vehicle, please refer to
MOBIL OIL. www.startekinfo.com/MB Workshop
Use the table below to determine the Resources/Recommended Fluids, or
MB sheet number. Refer to the Operator’s www.mbusa.com/ownersonline/Important
Manual for the engine type of your model. The Vehicle Specifications, or your authorized
model and engine type can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Center.
chapter “Technical data” under “Engine”.
Engine type MB sheet number Regular checks
113 229.5 In addition to the services, we recommend
156 229.51 that you check the following items regularly
(for example: weekly, when refueling, or
272 229.5 before any long journey):
REngine oil level - Depending on how your
273 229.5
vehicle is equipped, check the engine oil
level using the oil level dipstick or the
control system via the multifunction
steering wheel/display. Further
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Introduction 7
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procedure to check the coolant level. Mercedes-Benz Center which is fully
equipped to provide this service.
RBrake fluid level - If brake fluid has to be
added, see an authorized Mercedes- Benz Please note that engines have to be serviced
Center to determine the cause, e.g. leaks in accordance with special instructions and
or worn brake pads. using special measuring equipment to
comply with legal requirements concerning
RWindshield washing system - If the exhaust emissions. Modifications to or
washer fluid level drops below 1/3, the tampering with emissions components is not
windshield washer fluid level warning lamp permissible. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz
will illuminate. Add washer fluid mixed with Center is familiar with the relevant
Mercedes-Benz windshield washer regulations.
solvent/concentrate, test function and
check wiper blades.
RLights 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
keep those receipts with your vehicle
An extensive and well-equipped network of
records.
authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers is at your
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,
Service, replacement, or repair of the since they meet our specifications. It is also
emission control devices and systems important to only use fuels, lubricants and
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
8 Emission System Maintenance
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Emission System Maintenance 9
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Emission Control System Caution - If the “CHECK ENGINE” indicator lamp in the
Diesel Engines instrument cluster illuminates when the
engine is running, it indicates a possible
Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with
malfunction of the engine management
emission control devices to comply with
system or emission control system.
current diesel exhaust emission regulations
where the vehicle is certified for sale. Keep We recommend that you have the
your vehicle in proper operating condition by malfunction checked as soon as possible.
following our recommended maintenance
instructions as outlined.
BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
The following must be adhered to:
with AdBlue®
a) Diesel engines require ULTRA-LOW
SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm Models:
SULFUR MAXIMUM) that meets the RE 350 BlueTEC
ASTM D975 standard. Failure to use ULTRA-
RR 350 BlueTEC
LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (ULSD)
can severely damage the vehicle’s exhaust RML 350 BlueTEC
after-treatment device. RGL 350 BlueTEC
b) Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of
The BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
B5 (standard ULSD which may contain a
maximum of 5 % biodiesel) in all Common-rail system requires a reducing agent (AdBlue®)
diesel Injection (CDI) and BlueTEC diesel in order to function properly. Maintaining the
engines. level and condition of the AdBlue® agent is
part of the regular maintenance service work.
Diesel fuels containing a higher percentage of
Under normal driving conditions one tankful
biodiesel, e.g. B20, as well as straight
of AdBlue® agent should suffice until the next
biodiesel may cause severe damage to your
maintenance service.
engine/fuel system and are not approved.
Please ask your service station for further AdBlue® is a non-flammable, non-toxic,
information. If the B5 biodiesel blend is not colorless and odorless, water-soluble liquid.
sufficiently labeled to clearly indicate that it ! Only use AdBlue® complying with
meets the ULSD standard, please do not use ISO 22241. Do not add special additives to
it. The Mercedes-Benz limited warranty does AdBlue® and do not dilute AdBlue® with
not cover damage caused by the use of fuels water. Otherwise, the BlueTEC exhaust gas
not meeting Mercedes-Benz approved fuel aftertreatment system could be damaged.
standards.
c) The specified engine maintenance jobs
have to be performed completely and at
the required intervals.
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
10 Maintenance service descriptions
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Tire rotation at 5,000 miles 11
CLS-Class
SL-Class
G-Class
C-Class
E-Class
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Replace rear axle differential fluid (only C 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG, • • • •
E 63 AMG, SL 63 AMG with AMG Performance Package and
SL 65 AMG)
Oil change in front axle (G 55 K AMG) •
Oil change in rear axle (G 55 K AMG) •
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Tire checks
Tire rotation (where applicable)2 • • • • • • • • • • • •
2 Tire rotation can not be performed on vehicles equipped with staggered front/rear tire sizes.
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
12 Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
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GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year 13
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
14 Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 10,000 miles or 1 year 15
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
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Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
16 Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
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GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years 17
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
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components for leaks and damage
(engine 642)
Visually inspect condition of front • • • • • • • • • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of rear • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • •
driveshaft flexible discs
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • • • • • •
steering mechanical components,
rubber boots
Visually inspect propeller shafts, • • • •
universal joints and collapsible
sections
Bolts attaching steering (check/ •
tighten)
Joint housing of AWD front axle - •
inspect grease packing and
correct
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
18 Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years 19
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
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Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels,
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check and correct headlamp • • • • • • • • • • • •
setting
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
20 Service at 20,000 miles or 2 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
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GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 30,000 miles or 3 years 21
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
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Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
Chassis and load-bearing body • • • • • • • • • • • •
components: Check for damage
and corrosion
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
22 Service at 30,000 miles or 3 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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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 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 30,000 miles or 3 years 23
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Electrical system checks
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Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
24 Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
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GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years 25
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
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components for leaks and damage
(engine 642)
Visually inspect condition of front • • • • • • • • • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of rear • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • •
driveshaft flexible discs
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • • • • • •
steering mechanical components,
rubber boots
Visually inspect propeller shafts, • • • •
universal joints and collapsible
sections
Bolts attaching steering (check/ •
tighten)
Joint housing of AWD front axle - •
inspect grease packing and
correct
Automatic transmission - oil and • • • • • • • • • • • •
filter change
Replace rear axle differential fluid • • • •
(only C 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG,
E 63 AMG, SL 63 AMG with AMG
Performance Package and
SL 65 AMG)
Replace air filter (except • • • • • • • • • • • •
engine 275)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
26 Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years 27
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels,
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check and correct headlamp • • • • • • • • • • • •
setting
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
28 Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 40,000 miles or 4 years 29
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
Chassis and load-bearing body • • • • • • • • • • • •
components: Check for damage
and corrosion
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
30 Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years 31
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
32 Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 50,000 miles or 5 years 33
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
34 Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years 35
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
cause and perform repair with
Maintenance Booklet
separate work order
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
components for leaks and damage
(engine 642)
Visually inspect condition of front • • • • • • • • • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of rear • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • •
driveshaft flexible discs
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • • • • • •
steering mechanical components,
rubber boots
Visually inspect propeller shafts, • • • •
universal joints and collapsible
sections
Bolts attaching steering (check/ •
tighten)
Joint housing of AWD front axle - •
inspect grease packing and
correct
Replace coolant for main circuit • • •
(engine 275)
Replace air filter (engine 275) • • •
Replace spark plugs (except • • • • • • • • • • • •
engine 642)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
36 Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
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 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years 37
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels,
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check and correct headlamp • • • • • • • • • • • •
setting
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
38 Service at 60,000 miles or 6 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years 39
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
Chassis and load-bearing body • • • • • • • • • • • •
components: Check for damage
and corrosion
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
40 Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years 41
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
42 Service at 70,000 miles or 7 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years 43
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Engine - oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and • • • • • • • • • • • •
hinges on engine hood for proper
operation
Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • • • •
(except ML 450 Hybrid and
S 400 Hybrid)
Replace fuel filter (engine 642) • • • •
Clean water drain in air/water duct • • • •
AdBlue® evacuate and fill up • • • •
(engine 642)
Reset maintenance service • • • • • • • • • • • •
indicator in instrument cluster
Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination or dust filter • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check thickness of brake pads, • • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear
Check thickness, condition of front •
and rear brake pads and discs
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare • • • • • • • • • • • •
tire (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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
44 Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years 45
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
46 Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 80,000 miles or 8 years 47
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
Check seat belts and buckles for • • • • • • • • • • • •
signs of external damage and
proper function
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Check, clean and lubricate tilt/ • • • • • • • • •
sliding roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Check, clean and lubricate • • • • •
panoramic roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Check bodywork for paint work • • • • • • • • • • • •
damage
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
Lubricate door locks, including •
rear door
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
48 Service at 90,000 miles or 9 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 90,000 miles or 9 years 49
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
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 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
50 Service at 90,000 miles or 9 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Electrical system checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years 51
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Engine - oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and • • • • • • • • • • • •
hinges on engine hood for proper
operation
Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • • • •
(except ML 450 Hybrid and
S 400 Hybrid)
Replace fuel filter (engine 642) • • • •
Clean water drain in air/water duct • • • •
AdBlue® evacuate and fill up • • • •
(engine 642)
Reset maintenance service • • • • • • • • • • • •
indicator in instrument cluster
Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination or dust filter • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check thickness of brake pads, • • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear
Check thickness, condition of front •
and rear brake pads and discs
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare • • • • • • • • • • • •
tire (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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
52 Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years 53
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
54 Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 100,000 miles or 10 years 55
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
Check seat belts and buckles for • • • • • • • • • • • •
signs of external damage and
proper function
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Check, clean and lubricate tilt/ • • • • • • • • •
sliding roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Check, clean and lubricate • • • • •
panoramic roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Check bodywork for paint work • • • • • • • • • • • •
damage
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
Lubricate door locks, including •
rear door
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
56 Service at 110,000 miles or 11 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 110,000 miles or 11 years 57
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
58 Service at 110,000 miles or 11 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 110,000 miles or 11 years 59
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
60 Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years 61
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
cause and perform repair with
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separate work order
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
components for leaks and damage
(engine 642)
Visually inspect condition of front • • • • • • • • • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of rear • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • •
driveshaft flexible discs
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • • • • • •
steering mechanical components,
rubber boots
Visually inspect propeller shafts, • • • •
universal joints and collapsible
sections
Bolts attaching steering (check/ •
tighten)
Joint housing of AWD front axle - •
inspect grease packing and
correct
Automatic transmission - oil and • • • • • • • • • • • •
filter change
Replace coolant for main circuit • • •
(engine 275)
Replace rear axle differential fluid • • • •
(only C 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG,
E 63 AMG, SL 63 AMG with AMG
Performance Package and
SL 65 AMG)
Replace air filter • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace spark plugs (except • • • • • • • • • • • •
engine 642)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
62 Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
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 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years 63
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels,
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check and correct headlamp • • • • • • • • • • • •
setting
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
64 Service at 120,000 miles or 12 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 130,000 miles or 13 years 65
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
Chassis and load-bearing body • • • • • • • • • • • •
components: Check for damage
and corrosion
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
66 Service at 130,000 miles or 13 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 130,000 miles or 13 years 67
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
68 Service at 130,000 miles or 13 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years 69
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Engine - oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and • • • • • • • • • • • •
hinges on engine hood for proper
operation
Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • • • •
(except ML 450 Hybrid and
S 400 Hybrid)
Replace fuel filter (engine 642) • • • •
Clean water drain in air/water duct • • • •
AdBlue® evacuate and fill up • • • •
(engine 642)
Reset maintenance service • • • • • • • • • • • •
indicator in instrument cluster
Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination or dust filter • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check thickness of brake pads, • • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear
Check thickness, condition of front •
and rear brake pads and discs
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare • • • • • • • • • • • •
tire (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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
70 Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years 71
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
72 Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years 73
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
Maintenance Booklet
Check seat belts and buckles for • • • • • • • • • • • •
signs of external damage and
proper function
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Check, clean and lubricate tilt/ • • • • • • • • •
sliding roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Check, clean and lubricate • • • • •
panoramic roof mechanism (where
applicable)
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Check bodywork for paint work • • • • • • • • • • • •
damage
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
Lubricate door locks, including •
rear door
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
74 Service at 140,000 miles or 14 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
Maintenance Booklet
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 150,000 miles or 15 years 75
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Engine - oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and • • • • • • • • • • • •
hinges on engine hood for proper
operation
Replace fuel filter (except • • • • • • • • • •
engine 642)
Clean water drain in air/water duct •
Fill up AdBlue® (engine 642) • • • •
Reset maintenance service • • • • • • • • • • • •
indicator in instrument cluster
Check thickness of brake pads, • • • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare • • • • • • • • • • • •
tire (where applicable)
Replace coolant • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace coolant for low • • •
temperature circuit (engine 275)
Oil change in front axle •
Oil change in rear axle •
Oil change in transfer case •
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
76 Service at 150,000 miles or 15 years
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
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 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Service at 150,000 miles or 15 years 77
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Electrical system checks
Maintenance Booklet
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
78 Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Engine - oil and filter change • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check catch, safety catch and • • • • • • • • • • • •
hinges on engine hood for proper
operation
Check condition of poly-V-belt • • • • • • • • • • • •
(except ML 450 Hybrid and
S 400 Hybrid)
Replace fuel filter (engine 642) • • • •
Clean water drain in air/water duct • • • •
AdBlue® evacuate and fill up • • • •
(engine 642)
Reset maintenance service • • • • • • • • • • • •
indicator in instrument cluster
Replace brake fluid • • • • • • • • • • • •
Replace combination or dust filter • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check thickness of brake pads, • • • • • • • • • • •
front and rear
Check thickness, condition of front •
and rear brake pads and discs
Correct tire inflation pressure • • • • • • • • • • • •
Correct inflation pressure in spare • • • • • • • • • • • •
tire (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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work 79
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check AdBlue® lines and • • • •
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components for leaks and damage
(engine 642)
Visually inspect condition of front • • • • • • • • • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of rear • • •
axle ball joints, rubber boots
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • •
driveshaft flexible discs
Visually inspect condition of • • • • • • • • • • • •
steering mechanical components,
rubber boots
Visually inspect propeller shafts, • • • •
universal joints and collapsible
sections
Bolts attaching steering (check/ •
tighten)
Joint housing of AWD front axle - •
inspect grease packing and
correct
Applicable additional work • • • • • • • • • • • •
(Y page 86)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
80 Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
Maintenance Booklet
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Transfer case •
Front axle •
Rear axle •
Function check
Check parking brake (function test • • • • • • • • • • • •
only)
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
Differential/transfer case lock •
mechanisms (front, rear and
center)
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Vehicle Maintenance High-mileage Service Work 81
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Maintenance Booklet
Replace wiper blades • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check the following fluid levels,
correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Check and correct headlamp • • • • • • • • • • • •
setting
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Visual and functional checks
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the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
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Visually check brake system • • • • • • • • • • •
components, lines, hoses, calipers
Check thickness of brake pads and • • • • • • • • • • •
disks, front and rear wheels
removed
Chassis and load-bearing body • • • • • • • • • • • •
components: Check for damage
and corrosion
GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Engine cooling system, antifreeze • • •
and corrosion protection
(engine 275 main circuit)
Check coolant level • • • • • • • • • • • •
Brake system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Power steering • • • • • • • • • • • •
Windshield washer system • • • • • • • • • • • •
Active Body Control (if applicable) • • •
Differential lock mechanism fluid •
reservoir
Function check
Audible warning system (Electric- •
hydraulic brake system)
Check Electric-hydraulic brake •
system hydraulic unit
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Check the following fluid levels,
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correct if necessary
If there is a loss of fluid, determine
cause and perform repair with
separate work order
Main or starter battery • • • • •
Electrical system checks
Horn, high beam flasher, hazard • • • • • • • • • • • •
warning flasher, turn signals
Warning/indicator lamps, • • • • • • • • • • • •
illumination and interior lighting/
exterior lighting
Check trunk/cargo area lighting • • • • • • • • • • • •
Battery (main/starter/auxiliary) • • • • • • • • • • • •
check condition using “Midtronics
MCR 717” tester
Visual and functional checks
Check windshield washer and • • • • • • • • • • • •
headlamp cleaning system
Clean and lubricate soft top/ • •
retractable hard top seals
Night View Assist camera - clean • •
windshield behind the camera
cover (where applicable)
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
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
Chassis checks
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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GLK-Class
SLK-Class
CLS-Class
GL-Class
CL-Class
SL-Class
M-Class
G-Class
C-Class
R-Class
S-Class
E-Class
If more than 60,000 miles or
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6 years since last replacement
Replace V-belt(s) (only • •
ML 450 Hybrid and S 400 Hybrid)
Replace fuel filter • •
Replace air filter (engine 275) • • •
Replace spark plugs (except • • • • • • • • • • • •
engine 642)
If more than 150,000 miles or
15 years since last replacement
Replace fuel filter (except • • • • • • • • • •
engine 642)
Replace coolant (except • • • • • • • • • • • •
engine 275)
Replace coolant for low • • •
temperature circuit (engine 275)
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Tire rotation
Please refer to (Y page 4) and (Y page 11) for
tire rotation information.
Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
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Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
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the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
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Date: Odometer:
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Date: Odometer:
Date: Odometer:
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the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Confirmations 89
Maintenance service
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Repair order no.(if applicable)
Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
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the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
90 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
92 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
94 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
96 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
98 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Confirmations 99
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
100 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
Confirmations 101
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Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
102 Confirmations
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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Maintenance Booklet
Next maintenance due: Miles
Next maintenance due: Month/year
Rubber stamp/Signature
GWarning! Please make sure you read the technical documentation, such as Z
the Operator’s Manual and workshop information, before carrying
out any maintenance work.
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