What Are the Differences Between Service A and B?

When it comes to Mercedes-Benz service and maintenance, owners often hear about two service interval times, called Mercedes-Benz Service A and Mercedes-Benz Service B. The easiest way to maintain either of these service and maintenance schedules is to receive alerts via your Mercedes-Benz driver information center, part of the high-tech connectivity found in modern luxury vehicles.

What separates Service A from Service B? What services do they cover? Mercedes-Benz of Lafayette will answer your questions about these two maintenance intervals for your vehicle. Learn more about the differences between Mercedes-Benz Service A and B with our handy guide for Indianapolis drivers.

What Is the Mercedes-Benz Service A Checklist?

Mercedes-Benz Service A* begins after one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first. Although the services a technician will perform can vary depending on the model year, Service A includes several pertinent services designed to keep your Mercedes-Benz vehicle in top shape for as long as you own your car.

• Synthetic Motor Oil Replacement**
• Oil Filter Replacement**
• All fluid level checks and corrections, depending on factory-recommended service intervals for your vehicle’s year and model
• Tire inflation check and correction, rotate tires if necessary
• Brake component inspection, including pads, brake lines, and rotors
• Reset maintenance counter
• Adhere to all required elements listed by model year and specific model as indicated on the corresponding service sheet for Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Systems in the USA.

What Is the Mercedes-Benz Service B Checklist?

Mercedes-Benz Service B* starts at 20,000 miles or 2 years, whichever comes first. During Service B, a factory-trained Mercedes-Benz technician will perform several maintenance services to keep your vehicle in perfect working order.

A Mercedes-Benz service center will do these tasks:

• Synthetic Motor Oil Replacement**
• Oil Filter Replacement**
• All fluid level checks and corrections, depending on factory-recommended service intervals for your vehicle’s year and model
• Tire inflation check and correction, with a tire rotation if necessary
• Brake component inspection, including the pads, rotors, and brake lines
• Reset maintenance counter
• Cabin dust/combination filter replacement for better air quality in the cabin
• Brake fluid exchange, keeping your brakes in top working order
• Adhere to all required elements listed by model year and specific model as indicated on the corresponding service sheet for Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Systems in the USA.

Service A vs. Service B Maintenance Intervals: How Do They Differ?

The main difference between Mercedes-Benz Service A and Mercedes-Benz Service B is time intervals. Service A is suggested after 1 year or 10,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Service B is recommended after 2 years or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

Most of the services performed by technicians are mostly the same between Service A and B. However, with Service B, your vehicle will get brake fluid and cabin air filter replacement. Certain CLA and GLA AMG® models also receive an engine air filter replacement during Service B. You can always check your owner’s manual and the main screen on your modern Mercedes-Benz vehicle for more information.

Schedule Routine Maintenance & Service Today!

Is your new or certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz due for its Service A or Service B interval? We’re a five-star service center in the Frankfort and Kokomo areas. If you have questions about Mercedes-Benz Service A cost or Mercedes-Benz Service B cost, don’t hesitate to call 765-449-5409 to speak to us. We’ll answer any of your questions about why you should use Mercedes-Benz service. While you’re here, be sure to check out our service and repairs financing program!

*Services and pricing for Service A/Service B may vary due to your driving habits, mileage, and local environmental conditions. Please refer to your maintenance booklet for additional details and general guidelines for your vehicle’s year and model.

**Oil and filter change is the base advertised service component. Additional services as determined by your vehicle’s ASSYST Plus system, which calculates service needs based on your driving habits, time, mileage and environmental conditions, may increase service cost.

^2009 and newer Mercedes-Benz vehicles only. Price advertised for Service A/Service B includes all factory-required components. Please refer to your maintenance booklet for the complete list of factory-required services and details on the specific intervals for your vehicle’s year and model.