The features of the M276 six-cylinder engine, with maintenance needs and procedures Introduced to the United States in several models in the 2012 Model Year, the M276.9 6-cylinder naturally-aspirated engine was joined in Model Year 2015 by its dual-turbocharged...
Why recommending a preventative replacement of engine rubber makes sense, and how to prepare the estimate Your customer is out for a nice drive in the country, or perhaps on a trip to see Aunt Edna or Cousin Eddy. Maybe just stuck in traffic on the 405 in LA. All of a...
A look at the remanufactured engines offered, some example prices and the warranty, helping you decide what’s best for your customer What do Wall Street, the economy, government administrations and the automobile market have in common? (Don't worry, this isn't a...
What has changed/evolved are the components related to wheel alignment, as well as machines that perform alignments.
If you think you already know the answer, you might be surprised. A XENTRY Diagnostic machine from Mercedes-Benz can pay for itself many times over, despite the higher initial cost. We’d be shocked if your shop didn’t have at least one aftermarket code scanner, and...
Save time and effort. It’s easy to use. The well-known STAR TekInfo platform has become the ISP Portal. Here, you can sign up to access the Mercedes-Benz Workshop Information System and a wealth of other information. Mercedes-Benz Certified Collision Centers already...
What sliding roof systems are installed, how they work, and their maintenance needs A room with a view — that’s what everybody wants, right? Not just in our homes, but our vehicles as well. The popularity of feeling the wind in your hair and the sun on your face has...
A step-by-step walk through of a major service on a 2014-2017 Model 906 Sprinter van These are some of the usual parts you’ll need to perform a proper B service on a Sprinter van. Routine maintenance is the bread and butter of the automotive service industry. You...
48-volts and some seriously cool technology get wrapped into the Mercedes-Benz EQ Boost system, and techs beware: There’s lots to learn. Many of us have entered the world of hybrid and high-voltage EV repair in one way or another over the last few years. Our learning...
How they work, wake-up signals, testing and repairs Fiber optics are generally relegated to the infotainment systems of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, including the sound system, navigation screens, backup cameras, etc. But first things first: Why fiber optics? The short...
