Flexible B Service

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Engine compartment
Visually check

• Leakage of major components
• Chafe marks, line routing, components in the event of leakage, determine cause and create estimate if necessary.
• Engine oil and filter change Click here for article how to change oil in your Mercedes-Benz
• Check and correct fluid levels
• Engine cooling system, anti-freeze and corrosion protection
• Brake system
• Windshield washer
• Power Steering System
• Top off fluid level of window washer system
• Replace dust filter
• Replace air filter
• Check condition of poly V-belt
• Throttle linkage, check function and condition
• Check engine hood and safety catch for proper operation
• Check Battery acid level & replenish
• Check battery using "Midtronics" Tester

Vehicle passenger compartment
Function check

• Horn, headlamp flasher, hazard flashers, turn signals
• Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting
• Exterior lighting including headlamps
• Inspect headlamp range adjustment system (does not apply to xenon headlamps)
• Replace bulbs as necessary headlamps, fog lights, and some third brake lights extra cost.
• Inspect headlamp setting, adjust to correct setting
• Windshield wipers, rear window wiper, windshield washer system
• Headlamp cleaning system
• Check seat belts for damage and correct function
• Reset FSS counter in instrument cluster
• Replace wiper blade for front/rear window
• Check body for paint damage
• Check chassis and supporting body parts for damage and corrosion
• Check level control if equipped

Wheels and brakes

• Inspect wheels, rotate if necessary
• Check thickness of brake pads
• Check condition of brake discs
• Check brake pads for lining thickness front/rear
• Check condition of brake discs front and rear
• Check parking brake (function test only)
• Correct tire inflation pressure
• Inspect tires for damage and condition
• Measure tread depth
• Check play in front and rear wheel bearings

Underside of vehicle

• Check condition of front axle ball joints
• Check condition of steering mechanical components
• Inspect play of tie rod and drag link joints
• Inspect rubber boots for damage or wear
• Inspect exhaust system and hangers for damage or leaks
• Check for damaged/worn drive train parts
• Check for excessive axle joint play

Trunk

• Correct tire inflation pressure in spare tire

Note:  this is a generic Flexible B service certain vehicles may require additional work at certain time and mileage intervals.