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AdBlue (Diesel exhaust fluid)

Monday, November 10th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

AdBlue (also known as Diesel exhaust fluid) is utilised in conjunction with the vehicle’s catalytic converter to significantly reduce the amount of Nitrogen Oxides from the exhaust of your Diesel ... Read more..

What’s included in your Mercedes-Benz B service

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | Comments Off on What’s included in your Mercedes-Benz B service

Due every 10,000 miles or 12 months Required service work: Engine -oil and filter change Catch hinge inspection Water drain inspection Brake pads inspection Parking brake adjustment Correct tire inflation pressure (in spare tire where applicable) Inspect condition of ... Read more..

What’s included in your Mercedes-Benz A service

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | Comments Off on What’s included in your Mercedes-Benz A service

Due every 5000 miles or 6 months Interim service to Include: Diagnostic and Report Reset service interval display Oil and filter change Lubricate hinges and laches Vehicle road test Wash and Vacuum Vehicle Inspection to Include: Lights Battery Instruments Wipers and Washers Fluid ... Read more..

Diesel particulate filter

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

Recent standards have outlined a Diesel particulate filter (DPF) fitting for both modern and older diesel vehicles, to reduce the amount of diesel particulate leaving your vehicle’s exhaust. The DPF is ... Read more..

Timing chain

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | Comments Off on Timing chain

The Timing chain is a vital component of your Mercedes-Benz vehicle and is responsible for delivering coordination between the crankshaft and camshaft(s), ensuring proper function of the engine’s valves. Incorrect ... Read more..

Winter tyres

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

As an alternative to Snow chains/ socks, consider using specialist winter tyres at temperatures below 7°C to ensure optimal grip of the road. Cold weather tyres are manufactured to provide ... Read more..

Snow chains and Snow socks

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

Within conditions of severe weather, fitting of compatible snow chains or snow socks will ensure significantly improved vehicle traction. When fitting snow chains/ socks, there are a few things to ... Read more..

Mercedes Winter Maintenance

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

The cold season can present a host of potential issues for your Mercedes-Benz vehicle, and failure to properly maintain your car can become a costly affair. Visiting a servicing specialist ... Read more..

Automatic transmission fluid

Friday, November 7th, 2014 Posted in Servicing Info | No Comments »

Haden Birmingham offers a transmission fluid change service to ensure efficient functionality and improved wear of your Mercedes-Benz vehicle’s transmission components. With greater complexity of automated transmissions, selecting the correct fluid ... Read more..