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Warning Signs You May Need New Brakes

Do you hear a high pitched screeching sound when you apply the brakes on your car? That sound might be telling you it's time to get your brakes replaced. At CK Auto Exclusive our experts can fix your squeaky brakes and you can be confident that the repairs will be done right. BRAKE REPLACEMENT FOR YOUR MERCEDES The high-pitched sound you may have heard is a small metal shim, called an indicator, which is giving you an audible warning that you need to replace your brake pads. You should be aware of this sound (which is loud enough to be heard while the windows are up, but not necessarily loud enough to be heard over the radio or air conditioner). If you hear it regularly, quickly make an appointment with your mechanic. For many owners, maintaining the vehicle's brakes is something that is often overlooked. But keeping your brakes properly calibrated and visiting CK Auto Exclusive for ... read more

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Protecting your Mercedes Paint During the Winter

It is important during the winter months to not only take care of your Mercedes' engine but also pay attention to the outside of your vehicle. Water, dirt, snow and salt can all ruin your vehicle's paint job. Spending some time winterizing the outside of your Mercedes can protect its beauty during extreme winter weather. Below are some tips to protect your paint job this winter. As your Santa Rosa Mercedes repair experts, we recommend applying a polymer wax to your car for added protection. The wax will serve as a shield against road salt and grime as well as snow and rain. This protective layer can be compared to gloves for your hands; it will keep your Mercedes protected and the grime directly of off your vehicle's exterior. In between storms, use a high pressure sprayer to rinse away grit, film and dirt, especially on the wheels, wheel wells and undercarriage of your Mercedes. High pressure spray loosens and removes road dir ... read more

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State-of-the-art Mercedes Benz Diagnostic Tools

The best way to keep your Mercedes running well is regular Mercedes maintenance with a certified Mercedes-Benz technician. Certified technicians are required to participate in ongoing training, assuring that they master the use of state-of-the-art diagnostics, tools and equipment to properly repair your Mercedes-Benz. At CK Auto we pride ourselves in our state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz diagnostic tools and our professional, knowledgeable and honest customer service. Latest Computerized Diagnostics Servicing for all models/years Professional & Certified Mechanics When your Mercedes needs professional attention, give it the attention it deserves. Get in touch with us if you're in the Santa Rosa area and need excellent Mercedes service or repair

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Mercedes Tune Up

If you want to keep your Mercedes for years to come it is important to maintain it properly with regular tune ups. Servicing your vehicle at the proper intervals will help to avoid all kinds of problems in the future. Most of the bigger issues we see here are direct results from lack of proper, regular maintenance. SCHEDULED MERCEDES-BENZ MAINTENANCE Sticking to your scheduled maintenance helps avoid all of these major problems and many others. Remember, you will never save money by skipping a regularly scheduled service appointment. In the end, the problem will become worse and worse, and will end up costing you much more in repairs in the future. Maintenance is an effective way to keep your car safe for the road, while saving money and investing in the future value of your car at the same time. Something as simple as keeping the proper air pressure in your tires can lead to a 3-5 increase in MPG. When your Mercedes needs p ... read more

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Check Your Mercedes Transmission Regularly

Check Your Mercedes Transmission Regularly

Regular maintenance of the transmission is essential to prolonging the life of your luxury vehicle. To keep your Mercedes running smoothly, it's extremely important to replace the transmission fluid and the filter that removes contaminates from the fluid and check your Mercedes transmission regularly. If your Mercedes transmission is being properly lubricated by the transmission fluid then your vehicle will usually be in good shape as the transmission fluid lubricates the gears to prevent wear and facilitate gear changing. MERCEDES TRANSMISSION SERVICES CK Auto has been been servicing Mercedes transmissions in Santa Rosa for over 3 decades. We are a certified Santa Rosa Mercedes Benz specialist and offer extended service warranties for our customers. We have the expertise to completely repair or rebuild your Mercedes transmission and get your vehicle up and running at its peak perfo ... read more

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