Posted on 7/2/2018
Mercedes-Benz is a brand known for removing the guess work from regular vehicle maintenance. One of the ways that Mercedes-Benz achieves this luxury feature is with the use of the Flexible Service System (FSS). This system includes two service schedules, A and B, that occur at alternating intervals. CK Auto Exclusive in Santa Rosa, CA is your one-stop shop for both Service A maintenance and Service B maintenance. Service A maintenance is recommended at either one year after purchase or 10,000 miles after purchase. Service B maintenance is recommended at either the two-year mark or at 20,000 miles after initial purchase. MERCEDES SERVICE A – AN EXCELLENT CHOICE Maintenance counter reset Synthetic oil change and filter replacement Complete vehicle inspection including belts, brakes, suspension, hoses, leaks, fault codes, all electronic systems, noises, tire wear, check & co ... read more
Posted on 6/29/2018
HIGH-PERFORMANCE MERCEDES-BENZ VEHICLES Here at CK Auto Exclusive we're not just trusted by the Santa Rosa community as Mercedes-Benz mechanics, but Mercedes-Benz dealerships have trusted us to perform maintenance and diagnostics on many newer model Mercedes-Benz vehicles as well. CK Auto Exclusive has been a staple in the Santa Rosa area for Mercedes-Benz service and repair since 1977. Our roots are here, our friends are here and our family is here. The decades of work and dedication we have put towards our passion for performance tuning of Mercedes-Benz vehicles is well-known by our community and we take pride in our craft. Increasing the performance of your Mercedes should always be the goal and at CK Auto Exclusive we strive to better your vehicle as soon as you bring it in. Mercedes-Benz performance tuning is the improvement of your Merce ... read more
Posted on 6/26/2018
Summer is here and that means summer heat. You don't want to get caught in that hot summer heat with a faulty AC system. There is no better time to take a drive down to CK Auto Exclusive in Santa Rosa. We know the ins and outs of your Mercedes Benz, whichever the model. We will make sure your Mercedes Benz has the correct amount of refrigerant, and ensure that your belts and electrical systems are in excellent condition. Keeping your AC system well-maintained keeps your fuel cost low and helps you stay cool during those long summer road trips. Your AC system components are prone to wear and tear over time. You can protect them by getting regular service from Paul Duckworth, Santa Rosa's most qualified Mercedes-Benz technician. Which Mercedes maintenance services are available for Summer? Serpentine belt inspection AC compressor drive belt inspection Electrical system inspection AC compressor inspection Refrigerant recharge if necessary S ... read more
Posted on 6/23/2018
There's a reason CK Auto Exclusive has specialized in Mercedes-Benz cars and not any other luxury vehicle for the last three decades. It's no secret that Mercedes is a reliable brand, but why have we chosen to put our time and effort into this brand and this brand alone? From Mercedes' inception, this luxury car company has lived and breathed by the motto, “The Best or Nothing.” The Mercedes-Benz brand has become the icon for safety, design, dependability, and quality in luxury cars. SAFETY Mercedes-Benz pioneered a system called, “PreSafe.” This system was built to detect an imminent crash and prepares the car's safety systems to respond automatically. PreSafe calculates the best braking force required to avoid an accident in emergency situations and makes it immediately available for when the driver depresses the brake pedal. Consistently at the forefront of safety and innovation, occupants are also prepared by tightening the seat belt ... read more
Posted on 6/16/2018
Though often overlooked, brakes are perhaps the most important components on your Mercedes-Benz. After all, they enable you to stop on a dime and keep you and your family safe. CK Auto Exclusive knows that if treated properly, your brakes will be there when you absolutely need them. We've scoured the web and tapped into our own expertise to compile a list of things you can do to increase the longevity of your brakes along with maintenance you should do when it comes time to service your Mercedes-Benz. Speed: Speed is the enemy of brakes. We'll assume you're a perfect driver that never exceeds 65 MPH, but just in case you aren't, know that with more speed your car requires more friction to stop. All that energy burns off as heat and wears away at your rotors and pads. What we recommend is resisting the urge to make sudden stops, especially at high speeds. This can drastically lengthen the lifespan of your rotors and calipers, saving you ... read more