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Mercedes Oil Change

We all know that changing a vehicle's oil is a necessary maintenance task in order to keep it running properly. But when should you change it? There are multiple factors that influence when a vehicle will need its next oil change. These include: Make and model of the vehicle Conditions that the vehicle drives in How the owner drives the vehicle Another factor is simply the manufacturer of the vehicle. At CK Auto Exclusive, we're your Mercedes-Benz service expert. We've been servicing vehicles in Sonoma County since all the way back in 1977. We know when your Mercedes vehicle needs an oil change, no matter what model it is or how you drive it. Talk to one of our professional, knowledgeable technicians to determine an appropriate oil change schedule for you and your car. Regular oil changes help to keep your engine clean. Waiting too long between your regular oil changes lead to dirt and sludge build up that can affect the internal health of your engine. Changing the oil on your Mercede ... read more

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Avoid A Mercedes Engine Rebuild

Regular maintenance of your Mercedes is essential to prolonging the life of your luxury vehicle. If your Mercedes engine is being properly cared for and your vehicle is receiving its scheduled maintenance it should be in good shape. Some frequently experienced indicators of an engine in poor shape are excessive oil consumption and excessive white smoke in the vehicle's exhaust. An extreme indicator would be metal shavings in the vehicle's oil, a sign of parts knocking together and scraping metal off of one another. The best way to know if your engine needs to be rebuilt? Take it to a professional. At CK Auto Exclusive, we've been servicing engines in Santa Rosa for over 3 decades, so we know exactly what's going on with yours. We have the expertise to completely repair or rebuild your Mercedes engine and get your vehicle up and running at its peak performance. When your Mercedes needs professional attention, give it ... read more

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Auto Repair

Need a Mercedes Maintenance Estimate?

If you are looking for an estimate on your Mercedes, you have come to the right place. CK Auto Exclusive offers free estimates for any Mercedes repair and maintenance services. We pride ourselves in our state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz diagnostic tools and our professional, knowledgeable and honest customer service. CK Auto Exclusive can offer the latest technology and quality in the following Mercedes maintenance services: Computerized diagnosticsFactory scheduled maintenanceRepair service for all Mercedes models/years We are proud to say that we never sell work that is not needed and we give free estimates to all our customers. Contact us today for your free Mercedes Benz repair estimate

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Auto Maintenance

Mercedes Maintenance

If you want to keep your Mercedes for years to come it is essential to maintain it properly. With proper care and diligent maintenance, you can keep your Mercedes running smoothly for much longer. The best way to keep your Mercedes running well is regular Mercedes maintenance. 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. Many factors lead to older engines requiring more strict maintenance than newer engines. Small, gradual problems can build up over time and create a domino effect that leads to much more serious issues. Blow-by gases increase in older engines, which leads to oil being diluted quicker, which leads to more oil changes. Fuel filters and oil filters are less effective over time, which can ruin injectors and damage the entire fuel system. Spark plugs don't get replaced, which can cause misfires a ... read more

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What to do when your Mercedes SRS light comes on

Vehicle warning lights on your Mercedes can mean a number of things. A warning light may indicate a very minor issue or you may need to pull over immediately and turn the vehicle off. So what should you do when your supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light comes on? The supplemental restraint system (SRS) light is one that we get asked about often. This light indicates that the airbags in the dashboard are not functioning correctly. This is one of the most serious warning lights you can see activate in your vehicle. If you see this warning light, you should drive extremely cautiously. Airbags are one of the key safety features in your car. Unfortunately, we've seen some people drive for years and years with this light on. Again, get your vehicle in to a professional as soon as you possibly can to correct the issue. With any warning light, make sure to have it checked out by a professional at some point. A minor issue could become a major issue very quickly. You should remembe ... read more