If you are a Mercedes car lover, then you know that regular servicing and maintenance from Mercedes mechanics in Sydney is essential in keeping your vehicle looking great, running smoothly like a dream and in tip top condition. In this article, we will discuss the importance of regular Mercedes servicing and auto repairs, as well as some of the basics to check in between service intervals.

The Benefits of Owning a Mercedes

There are a number of benefits and pleasure that come with owning a Mercedes vehicle with just a few of these being prestige, luxury, performance, ability to last and exceptional safety.

Prestige

There’s no denying it, owning a Mercedes is a status symbol and if you’re a person who enjoys the finer things in life, the prestige of owning a Mercedes will have heads turning your way for all the right reasons. There are a number of factors that make Mercedes cars so prestigious; Firstly, they are known for their luxury and high-end features such as interior trimmings and sleek outside style. Secondly, Mercedes cars are often associated with wealth and success. Finally, Mercedes cars have a reputation for being well-made and reliable, which contributes to their overall prestige.

Luxury and Performance

There are a number of reasons why Mercedes cars are known for their luxury and performance. Firstly, they are built with high-quality materials and components that help to ensure a smooth and comfortable ride. Secondly, Mercedes cars feature a number of cutting-edge technologies that provide excellent performance on the road. Finally, these cars also boast impressive levels of safety and security, which is another key factor in their performance and popularity making Mercedes cars some of the most sought-after vehicles on the market today.

Built to Last

Being built with high-quality materials and components, Mercedes are built to last and can provide years of enjoyable driving experiences. Mercedes cars can have life spans of close to 300,000 kilometres without major incident, especially when serviced on schedule and regularly by a highly trained and Mercedes authorised mechanic in Sydney.

Safety

Mercedes has been a brand that has always been at the forefront of automotive safety and innovation, and this has been even more so in recent times with the evolution of driver assisting technologies. With this commitment to ongoing safety innovations, you and your passengers can feel safer when in a Mercedes vehicle.

Logbook Servicing & Schedule

Regularly servicing your Mercedes vehicle by Mercedes specialists in the Eastern Suburbs has a number of benefits with the official Mercedes service schedule being designed to help keep your Mercedes running smoothly and efficiently, looking great ensuring longevity. Having your Mercedes service in the Eastern Suburbs on a regular basis by a trained and authorised Mercedes mechanics technician will help ensure that components that will wear out will be replaced before this happens (e.g. timing belts), and any other mechanical problems can be identified early on before they have a chance to cause major damage or breakdown.

Depending on the model of Mercedes that you own, the service schedule differs with some of the recommended servicing schedules per model listed below;

• G Professionals – should be serviced every 10,000 kilometres or one year (whichever comes first)
• G-Wagon (non-AMG) and AMG65 and 600 variants – should be serviced every 15,000 kilometres or one year (whichever comes first)
• AMG 45 and 63 variants – should be serviced very 20,000 kilometres or one year (whichever comes first)
• All other models including; AMG 35, 43 and 53 variants – should be serviced every 25,000 kilometres or one year (whichever comes first)

Of Course there are other factors that may influence how often you need Mercedes auto repairs such as; how frequently it is driven, whether the vehicle is often driven under more stressful mechanical conditions e.g. heavy stop-start traffic and whether there are any signs of mechanical issues that may manifest into bigger issues.

There are a number of benefits of having your Mercedes regularly looked at by Mercedes mechanics in Sydney and maintaining the logbook servicing schedule, with these including;

• Increased safety – with basic safety features such as tyres, brakes and windscreen wipers being regularly inspected, any minor issues with these can be picked up before they become a bigge safety issue
• Enhanced performance – well looked after components such as fuel filters, spark plugs and timing belts will improve overall vehicle performance. 
• Improved fuel efficiency – a smoother running engine will lead to an improved fuel economy and who doesn’t want to save money on fuel these days?
• Financial savings – nipping small mechanical issues in the bud before they become bigger issues and possibly impact multiple components will save money on more expensive repairs in the long run
• Higher resale value – a well maintained vehicle will have a higher resale value than one that is not as well maintained or have a regular service log

Checking The Basics

Checking the basics in between Mercedes service Eastern Suburbs intervals can not only improve the performance of your vehicle, however it can minimise wear and tear on major components and improve their life. Some of the basics that we at VAR recommend checking in between service intervals are;

Oil Level

By checking the oil level, you will know before your oil level reaches a critically low level which may compromise engine components if otherwise left unchecked. When checking the oil level, it is important to do so with the vehicle on a flat surface and when the engine is cool. Another tip is to occasionally check the ground under where your vehicle is noramly parked and if there are oil spots that is a sure sign of an oil leak which is a serious issue.

Tyres

Regularly checking tyres is not only imperative for safety, however if there are any signs that they are wearing unevenly, this is an indication that they have become non-aligned which can have major impacts on the steering and suspension systems. Another important thing, is to regularly check tyre pressure to ensure this is correct to ensure that they are performing optimally and as a bonus this will have an improvement on fuel efficiency.

Cooling Systems

Keeping an eye on your vehicle’s cooling system is a fairly simple task and can save a lot of stress in the event something was to go wrong. Once in a while have a look at the radiator fluid level and if this is low, generally it can be topped up with water (if using a long life coolant), and this can be changed on your next service preventing any overheating situations.

Conclusion

Mercedes vehicles can be an absolute pleasure to drive, and the better they are maintained, the better the driving experience will be. Proper maintenance will prolong the longevity of the Mercedes and will provide a better resale value when you eventually choose to upgrade. For all your Mercedes servicing and repairs in Sydney contact us at VAR Automotive today and know that your beloved Mercedes is in good hands with our authorised and highly trained technicians.