Mercedes-Benz has been equipped with an ASSYST Active Service
System (“the system”). This measures the different loads and operating
conditions, which your vehicle may be subjected to. The system gauges
the engine oil level and condition by evaluating feedback provided
from sensors that continuously monitor the oil level, temperatures
of oil, coolant and ambient, engine load and speed, as well as road
speed. From these inputs appropriate service intervals for the engine
are computed. This system therefore ensures that we perform service
work only when your Mercedes-Benz actually needs it. Approximately
a month before the next service is due, a countdown starts to indicate
when the next service deadline is due, as well as the service type
necessary. The (Service A or Service B) will be indicated in kilometre
(distance based) or days (time based) in the total odometer distance
recorder or on the multi-function display, dependant on the vehicle
model. The service must be carried out within 1500km/15days either
by way of the prescribed distance or time deadline shown or displayed
by the ASSYST service indicator.
On completion of the work the ASSYST service indicator will be reset
and a service sticker will be affixed either to the driver’s doorframe or
on the driver’s side of the dashboard. The service sticker together with
this booklet will record the completion of the prescribed service and
any noteworthy additional work.