Mercedes-Benz Archives - Oren's Automotive

2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
Mileage
224,563
Service Date
9/18/2025
Services Performed
Found vehicle would not crank even with jump pack attached, but starter is engaging. Checked oil level, OK. Removed splash shield to turn engine by hand. Found engine would not turn in correct rotation, but would turn opposite rotation. Suspect internal engine failure causing crankshaft to bind. Recommend replacement motor. NOTE: With engine removed from vehicle, found engine block has a hole behind starter where rod broke and punctured engine block.
Removed engine covers and splash shields. Evacuated AC system. Drained remaining coolant and engine oil from system. Disconnected front bumper cover, bumper support, and cooling stack. Removed front end from vehicle to access motor. Removed fuel lines, intake piping, hoses, and wiring. Supported engine with hoist and removed hardware attaching engine to subframe. Disconnected engine from transmission. Removed engine and torque converter from chassis. Replaced front pump seal on transmission. Transferred exhaust wiring, vacuum lines, fuel system components, and engine accessories to replacement motor. Replaced seals and gaskets on motor as needed. Transferred flex plate and torque converter to new motor. Reinstalled engine assembly to transmission and chassis using original hardware. Replaced transmission filter and pan gasket before refilling transmission with fresh fluid to replace fluid lost during engine replacement. Reinstalled engine mounts and hardware. Reattached hoses, wiring, intake piping, and fuel lines. Installed front radiator support and cooling stack. Reinstall front bumper, grill, and body pieces. Test started engine. Engine cranks and starts normally. Filled cooling system and bled. Reinstalled engine covers and splash shields. Cleared error codes. Test drove vehicle to confirm engine operation, and no further overheating issues, OK. Performed extended test drive. Engine operation is normal at this time, and no error codes stored nor pending.
Mark L. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/18/2025
2015 Mercedes-Benz C400
Mileage
55,485
Service Date
10/30/2024
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
Removed engine covers. Disconnected ignition wiring and removed coils. Removed spark plugs. Cleaned spark plug tubes of any debris or oil residue. Installed new spark plugs and torqued to spec. Reinstalled ignition coils and wiring. Test started vehicle. OK.
Removed fob battery and replaced with new unit. Tested key fob functions, OK.
Michael S. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/1/2024
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Mileage
42,436
Service Date
9/23/2024
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
JOANNE F. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/23/2024
2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
Mileage
27,620
Service Date
8/14/2024
Services Performed
Inspected vehicle for trip readiness and maintenance needs. Front tires are newer, but rears are worn and in need of replacement. Wiper streaking. Driver wiper nozzle taped on and not spraying properly. Air filter and cabin filter dirty. Power steering fluid slight low. Other fluid levels and conditions good. Drive belt ok. No leaks present on engine or under vehicle. Right rear running light out.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle. Install new washer nozzle to replace broken driver side sprayer.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
MIKE H. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/15/2024
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Mileage
14,808
Service Date
4/30/2024
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replaced engine air filter.
LEWIS R. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/30/2024
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Mileage
33,603
Service Date
2/2/2024
Services Performed
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
JOANNE F. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/2/2024
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Mileage
19,952
Service Date
12/23/2022
Services Performed
Removed and patched tire. Rebalanced wheel and reinstalled on vehicle.
JOANNE F. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/23/2022
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300
Mileage
13,081
Service Date
7/25/2022
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panel.
Removed cover and replaced key fob battery. Key now locking and unlocking car. Noted key had moisture present inside of housing. Recommend drying key in warm dry place to prevent corrosion of internal components.
Lucy B. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/25/2022
2016 Mercedes-Benz S550
Mileage
46,126
Service Date
6/17/2022
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Scanned vehicle for SRS error codes, none found. Air bag light was not on during test drive or service. Spoke to customer and confirmed light is on when customer has bag in passenger seat. Suspect bag is causing passenger seat sensor to activate and cause air bag light to come on. Recommend keeping bag on floor or connecting passenger seatbelt to turn light off.
Replace engine air filter.
Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed.
During inspection, found front left tire has inside edge wear to the point wires are coming out of tire. Rear tires have 4/32" tread depth and will need to be replaced soon. Front right tire has edge wear also, but 7/32" tread depth. Recommend replacement of all tires and an alignment to prevent further tire wear issues and correct safety issues with current tires. Customer declined replacement of 3 remaining tires at this time. Remove wheel from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tire. Install new tire and valve stem(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheel to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
Lucy B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/21/2022
2006 Mercedes-Benz C230
Mileage
112,160
Service Date
4/18/2022
Services Performed
Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed.
RONALD G. L. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/19/2022

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