Tips to make your Mercedes E-Class last longer

In this video, we see 10 tips to prolong the life of our Mercedes: First of all, we need to think like a German engineer and treat our Mercedes as a precision tool; for example, if we mainly drive in the city, maintenance should be done 50% earlier than the manuals suggest. Remember that long-lasting transmission oil is a myth: after 60,000 km it degrades, becomes acidic, and seriously damages the gearbox. Third rule: direct injection engines form carbon deposits on the valves, and gasoline can no longer clean them, so a professional valve cleaning with the "walnut blasting" method is necessary every 30,000 km. Fourth rule: for engines M272/M273 at 120,000 km, inspect the gear wheels with a probe, and replace them preventively if they show signs of wear: even though it is an expensive operation, it costs a quarter of the price of replacing the engine. Fifth rule: preserve the Airmatic suspension airbags by changing the compressor air filter every 30,000 km (a negligible cost), and if the car remains stationary for a long time, raise and lower the suspension at least once a week. Rule number 6: Engine and gearbox mounts must be replaced at 130,000 km. In fact, if they fail, they cause vibrations that damage transmissions, differentials, and suspensions. Rule number 7: Versions with SBC braking system have a pump that wears out based on the number of activations, not kilometers traveled; if it fails, the car becomes uncontrollable. With a scanner tool, check the activation counter: at 100,000 activations, replace the pump preventively. Eighth rule: avoid voltage spikes, use a charger if the car remains stationary, and apply dielectric grease to all connectors. Number 9: Use only high-quality AdBlue and never completely empty the tank. Last rule: battery maintenance; a weak or discharged battery is the main cause of a series of malfunctions.