Mercedes Repair Services - Austin, TX

At Revolution Motors, we take great care in meeting and exceeding Mercedes’ maintenance guidelines in order to maintain the safety, reliability, superior handling and high performance Mercedes are world renowned for.

Our Mercedes expertise is where the real value of our service lies. Due to many years of Mercedes experience and training, we know where problems typically manifest and what preventative maintenance gets the most “bang for the buck.” Having the right tools for the job is also very important; that’s why we invest heavily in Mercedes-specific diagnostic equipment and tools. We do this to provide the best service possible for our Mercedes customers and their high performance luxury cars. At Revolution Motors, every Mercedes receives a complimentary 20 point courtesy check/safety inspection with every service (including oil service). We’ll let you know what you need, when you need it!

Our Mercedes services include:

• Engine Diagnosis & Repair
• Computer Diagnostics
• A/C Service & Repair
• Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair
• Brake System Repair
• Suspension & Steering Repair
• Transmission Service & Replacement
• Tune-ups & Oil Changes
• Cooling System Service & Repair
• Factory Recommended Maintenance
• Engine Repair & Replacement
• Pre-Purchase Inspections
• Safety Inspections
• State Inspections

Understanding the Mercedes Maintenance Lights

When a service light is on in your Mercedes, our Mercedes-specific diagnostic equipment will tell us what services need to be performed. Based on what your car’s computer tells us, along with a series of technician checks, we can recommend the services needed. You can learn more about what the service lights in your Mercedes are signifying below.

Mercedes 1998-2004 Models:

Mercedes Benz come equipped with the Flexible Service System or FSS from model years 1998-2004. The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of the vehicle. A service symbol, indicating which service is due, will appear in the main odometer display field prior to the next suggested service. Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and displayed in days/distance remaining until the next service is due.

With the FSS maintenance system there is generally a minor or major service designated as "A" or "B" respectively. If the last service performed was an A-service, than the next service will be a B-service. Subsequent services required will be triggered by miles driven since last service.

Mercedes 2003-2004 Models:

An FSS+ maintenance system was used on some 2003-2004 models. The entire service scope is calculated by the FSS+. With this maintenance system there is no minor "A" or major "B" services. Service intervals are based on oil quality which is determined by the vehicle's oil quality sensor. The maintenance service time will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multi-function display and possibly followed by a "+" symbol. Types A through H are classified based on estimated time needed to perform the maintenance service, ranging from Service A (approximately 1.5 hours) to Service H (approximately 8 hours). The plus "+" symbol indicates that the brakes need to be inspected as well, based on system calculations.

Mercedes 2005-Present Models:

Model years 2005-present currently use Mercedes Benz Maintenance System or MBMS. On some models, the MBMS indicates a minor or major service by displaying one or two wrenches within the instrument cluster's multifunction display indicating "A" or "B" service respectively, similar to the FSS system. Additional work is calculated from the maintenance sheet. The difference from FSS is that the service interval is not based on oil quality, but rather fixed mileage intervals which vary by model and year. On other models, the service scope is calculated by the MBMS. The maintenance service times will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multi-function display. Types A through H are classified based on estimated time needed to perform the maintenance service, ranging from Service A (approximately 1.5 hours) to Service H (approximately 8 hours).

MERCEDES “A” SERVICE:

• Oil and filter change
• Cabin filter (dust/pollen filter)
• Tire rotation (as applicable)
• Inspection (visual and functional) includes, but is not limited to: tires, brakes, fluids (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, differential oil and windshield washer fluid), lighting, hoses, clamps, steering, charging system (alternator, battery and starter), warning lamps, seat belts, windshield wipers, air filter, etc.
• Lubrication service includes: hood hinges, lock cylinders, sunroof tracks, throttle linkage, etc.
• Reset service light

Mercedes “A” service varies by model and year. Please refer to your service booklet for details. Additional parts and labor may be needed based on inspection results (these services fall outside the scope of “A” service maintenance).

MERCEDES “B” SERVICE:

• Oil and filter change
• Cabin filter
• Tire rotation (as applicable)
• Air filter
• Windshield wipers (as needed)
• Inspection (visual and functional) includes, but is not limited to: brakes, horn, lighting, warning lights, seat belts, windshield wipers, tires, steering, major component leaks, chaffing, drive train, suspension, cooling system, A/C, belts, hoses, charging system (alternator, battery and starter), fluids (antifreeze/coolant, engine oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid and differential oil), etc.
• Lubrication service includes: catch, safety catch and hinges on hood as well as throttle linkage
• Reset service light

Mercedes “B” service varies by model and year. Please refer to your service booklet for details. Additional parts and labor may be needed based on inspection results (these services fall outside the scope of “B” service maintenance).

SUPPLEMENTAL MERCEDES SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Brake flush every 2 years
• Coolant flush every 2 years
• Transmission service (inspection, AT filter, drain and fill with new Mercedes Benz AT fluid). Based on many years of experience and factory-training, we recommend this service at 40k intervals. The Texas heat creates “severe conditions” for your transmission.
• Spark plug replacement interval according to manufacturer’s recommendations or vehicle need.
• Fuel filter replacement interval according to manufacturer’s recommendation or vehicle need.
• Fuel injection system cleaning based on need/performance.