My last service B cost $199 bucks (Louisville, KY). Service B is computer generated. I only had about 5k miles on my car from the previous service. Service dept told me length of time was factor for my computer notification. Factores such as mileage and other computer generated history also generate an alert. Mine was time, more than 1 year from previous service. Car is 04 and currently only has 22, 600 miles on clock. glh

 

Service B comes up every 2 years, with service A on the in-between years.


The A Service includes the following:

Reset maintenance service indicator in instrument cluster
Engine oil and filter change with synthetic oil and factory Fleece oil filter
Hood: Inspect catch, safety catch, and hinges on engine hood for proper operation and
lubricate if necessary
Inspect condition of poly v-belt for cracks, breaks, or excessive play
Clean water deflector to ensure proper drainage
Inspect coolant level and test coolant for proper composition
Check thickness of brake pads and rotors; front and rear
Correct tire inflation pressure and measure tread depth
Inspect tires for any abnormal wear or damage
Correct inflation pressure in spare tire (if applicable)
Inspect power steering system fluid level and check for leaks
Inspect wiper blades condition
Verify proper operation of horn and all interior and exterior lighting functions
Adjust headlamp settings if necessary
Test condition of main battery & auxiliary battery (if applicable) using "Midtronics MCE 717" tester
Check and correct fluid level of battery (if applicable)
Check windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system
Activate tire pressure monitoring if needed
Visually check brake system components, lines, hoses, and calipers

What is a B Service?The B Service is the larger service. It includes everything in the A Service and the following:


Remove and inspect combination or dust filter and replace if needed
Check underbody for leakage from major components. Inspect for chafe marks, line routing,
damaged components.
Visual inspection condition of front axle, ball joints, and rubber boots
Visual inspection of driveshaft flexible discs
Visual inspect condition of mechanical steering components and rubber boots
Function test parking brake
Check seat belts and buckles for signs of external damage and proper function
Clean and lubricate tilt/sliding roof mechanism
Clean and lubricate panoramic roof mechanism
Check bodywork for paintwork damage
Check chassis and load-bearing body components for damage and corrosion

 

Service B


Thank you, excellent presentation.
What is the OEM engine oil filter make, part no?
Is it paper or fleece?

 

I'm on another MB Board (R129) but our SL500s share the same engine. Both services are really just oil and filter changes w/ some lubricating (don't foreget the hood latches, otherwise you'll start hearing a few chassis squeaks when entering driveways). Personally, I think these services are waaay overpriced. My independent MB mechanic performs an oil and filter change and, while he's at it, he inspects everything listed. And all for $120!! Find a good independent mechanic and save your money by avoiding a trip to the stealer. Good luck.

 

I'll be doing my service B this weekend, just a little over 36k miles on my 05 sl500. I did the service A close to when I purchased it last june, with about 25k miles on it.

I may also take a day off from work this week and install the slotted/drilled rotors I purchased, and akebono pads as well.

Just have to research any special tools aside from that star socket i need for the pad install. My girl said she thinks there's some sort of "retainer" on the MB rotors, but the looked like normal rotors to me, unless there's some sneaky mechanism to get the calipers off to do the rotor change....