Scheduled Maintenance

Mercedes-Benz Service A

The first standard service for your Mercedes-Benz, which alternates with Service B for the life of the car.

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~10,000 mi
First due, or 1 year
6 items
Factory-required
Alternates
With Service B
What it is

What is Service A?

Mercedes-Benz organizes routine maintenance into two alternating visits, Service A and Service B. Service A comes first, at approximately 10,000 miles or one year, whichever comes first. After that it returns about every 20,000 miles or two years, trading places with Service B.

The visit centers on fresh synthetic oil and a new filter, followed by a set of checks that keep small issues from becoming larger ones: fluid levels, tire pressure and the brake components. When the work is done, the technician resets the maintenance counter so your vehicle can track what comes next.

You do not need to keep count. The service indicator in your instrument cluster shows which service is due next and how much time or distance remains.

What's included

Factory-required items

  • Mercedes-Benz motor oil replacement
    Fresh synthetic oil that meets Mercedes-Benz specification for your engine.
  • Oil filter replacement
    A new genuine filter, so the fresh oil stays clean.
  • Fluid level checks and corrections
    Coolant, washer and other fluids checked and brought to the correct level.
  • Tire inflation check and correction
    Every tire set to the pressure listed for your vehicle.
  • Brake component inspection
    Pads, rotors and lines inspected for wear.
  • Maintenance counter reset
    The service indicator is reset so your vehicle can track the next visit.

Additional items may apply by model and model year, as listed on the Mercedes-Benz maintenance sheet for your vehicle. Your maintenance booklet and service indicator are the final word for your vehicle.

When it's due

How the schedule alternates

Service A and Service B take turns at roughly one-year or 10,000-mile steps, whichever comes first. Driving habits can shift the timing, so follow the indicator in your instrument cluster.

10,000 mi / 1 yr
Service A
20,000 mi / 2 yr
Service B
30,000 mi / 3 yr
Service A
40,000 mi / 4 yr
Service B

Typical sequence for most models. Intervals vary by model and model year.

Why service here

Done to Mercedes-Benz standards

Factory-trained technicians

Mercedes-Benz certified technicians who work on these vehicles every day.

Genuine parts and approved oils

Filters, fluids and oils that meet Mercedes-Benz specification for your vehicle.

A complete service record

Each visit is documented, which supports your vehicle's history and resale value.

Questions

Service A FAQ

How do I know when Service A is due?
Your vehicle's service indicator displays the next service, A or B, along with the time or distance remaining. As a guide, the first Service A is due at about 10,000 miles or one year, whichever comes first.
What is the difference between Service A and Service B?
Service B includes everything in Service A, plus a cabin dust/combination filter replacement and a brake fluid exchange. Read about Service B.
Does Mercedes-Benz Prepaid Maintenance cover Service A?
Mercedes-Benz Prepaid Maintenance plans cover scheduled maintenance at 1-year or 10,000-mile intervals. See Prepaid Maintenance or ask our service team about adding a plan.
Do all-electric models need Service A?
All-electric Mercedes-Benz models follow a separate EV service schedule. Call our service team at (573) 698-0261 and we will tell you what your vehicle needs.
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Ready for Service A?

Book online, or call our service team at (573) 698-0261. For current pricing, see Service & Parts Specials.

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