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It's the Mercedes diagnostic computer, it gets plugged into the 'brain' of your car and gives out readings of fault codes amongst many other things.
Should I be wary of buying this E220 CDI Estate?
It's the Mercedes diagnostic computer, it gets plugged into the 'brain' of your car and gives out readings of fault codes amongst many other things.
I'm not 100% on this yet but my understanding is the car has either an A or B service (small or big).
If another letter comes up as well, I think it indicates the likely time required for the next service due to additional items (like brake fluid etc.).
Mine started with a C when I first went to look at it but is now on an F - so it will need a fair whack doing I am guessing...
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Mines gone B B A A A B.
... and to confuse things, I don't think all cars show up letters other than A or B...
Mine's a 54 so I guess later cars they've given up on multiple letters in favour of "Your car needs a B service, and btw, it needs coolant replacing at the same time" as I know of a 58 CLK which only shows A or B.
Mine's a 54 so I guess later cars they've given up on multiple letters in favour of "Your car needs a B service, and btw, it needs coolant replacing at the same time" as I know of a 58 CLK which only shows A or B.
hawk20
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Even worse: it is due a service every 15,500 miles or annually whichever comes first.
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What I would be concerned about is that the seller and the MB dealer say it's fine, then you buy it and take it for warranty work only for the dealer to refuse as the warranty has been invalidated by the missing service.
DITTRICH
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Older cars with the ASSYST system have A and B services (one spanner or two spanners in the display). The dividing line between the A and B is mileage - around 13,000 (approximately). Newer cars with ASSYST Plus can have anything from A to H services (IIRC). However, it is best to check the cars suggestions with the dealers and then decide what is going to be done. My c230k has ASSYST but even so I just run through the options with the service bloke and we jointly decide what needs doing. A 'B' service is called 'B' because it means 'BIG' - alot of work and money. God only knows what H means.
Ah right - so it hinges on whether you have ASSYST (Plus) or not...
I'm guessing the CLK I know of might not then.
Probably the letters mean nothing other than likely time required - and Merc have something like this in mind as to what they really mean...
A = Ah, that's OK
B = Bloody hell, how much?
C = Could I part ex it instead as that would be cheaper?
D = Did you just say how much I think you said?
E = "Everything must go - one day only garage sale"
F = F**ing how much?
G = Got to sell a kidney, no other way
H = Have I got time to arrange a mortgage?
I'm guessing the CLK I know of might not then.
Probably the letters mean nothing other than likely time required - and Merc have something like this in mind as to what they really mean...
A = Ah, that's OK
B = Bloody hell, how much?
C = Could I part ex it instead as that would be cheaper?
D = Did you just say how much I think you said?
E = "Everything must go - one day only garage sale"
F = F**ing how much?
G = Got to sell a kidney, no other way
H = Have I got time to arrange a mortgage?
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That's exactly what they are supposed to mean.
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An hour for each additional letter starting with 'A'
H must be everything you can imagine in that case...
Mine went from C to F in the time between buying and using it - so I assume the 'stop start always cold with occasional test drive' situation probably altered what it thought would be needed at next service.
Mine went from C to F in the time between buying and using it - so I assume the 'stop start always cold with occasional test drive' situation probably altered what it thought would be needed at next service.
hawk20
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So many posts show a complete misunderstanding of the service system. I checked with Mercedes and was told that although my E class ( March 2008) shows A,B.C.D etc etc there are now only two services A or B. And a service is due every year or every 15,500 miles whichever comes first.
I would not buy a car that was outside these parameters as it would not be under warranty as the T's and C's have been broken (unless MB would counter that in writing). I would not want to buy from a dealer who is clearly fibbing.
I would not buy a car that was outside these parameters as it would not be under warranty as the T's and C's have been broken (unless MB would counter that in writing). I would not want to buy from a dealer who is clearly fibbing.
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Minor, major, minor, major - that's it (though the numerous letters do confuse).
Yes, I was worried about that , so rang 2 MB dealers and their main office and all said warranty would still be valid, much to my surprise. Am trying to get it in writing too.
It seems as long as nothing has gone wrong and if it did have a service by a non MB garage, and they used MB parts, then all would be ok with warranty.
Must admit, that's not what I thought they'd say
This caused a chuckle - I like it!
Why oh why can't Mercedes come up with something simple and straightforward that everyone can understand
Link on MB's website re service intervals - maybe of use to some.
Mercedes-Benz UK - Servicing - Service and maintenance
Mercedes-Benz UK - Servicing - Service and maintenance
hawk20
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BUt do you have any proof that it did have services annually or every 15,500 miles whichever was sooner -even if done by an indie with MB parts. If yes that might well keep the warranty intact if there is formal proof, If no then the warranty is void unless you get MB to put the contrary in writing.
Why buy this rental of doubtful provenance when there are so many straight cars out there?
Have explained exact situation to MBUK and have got it in writing, so feel that is all I can do.
I'm with you in all you're saying and agree with you, but it looks a very smart well kept car - sadly there are actually very few within 50 mile radius of us in our price range and I'm just hoping it proves to be a good buy.
st4
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I'd spend a bit more time and effort locating a car. 50 mile radii seriously limits your choice. Unless you are straspherically wealthy and your time by the hour is worth 500ph plus, its worth your time and money to look further a field. You are spending upwards of the average annual salary on a motor car, its something you will have to use, depend on, enjoy for 3 years. Its worth taking a day or two and getting the best one you can afford.
