In this article, I am going to talk about “Service A0” for your Mercedes. I’ll tell you what it is, how much it might cost and what is included.
I also included a handy checklist you can use. Ready? Let’s get to it!
What is Service A0 on a Mercedes?
Mercedes Benz offers two main services: A service and B service.
A service is a minor service, whereas B service is a major service.
Additional tasks are indicated by a number after the letter, such as A0 or A1. For this A0 service, only oil changes and inspections are necessary.
What is Included in a Mercedes A0 Service?
Now that I have given a brief explanation of what “Service A0” entails on a Mercedes let’s delve further into the specifics of what you can expect during an A0 service.
1. Engine Oil Change:
The first thing that you can expect to have done during a Mercedes A0 service is an oil change.
All vehicles need regular oil changes, and Mercedes Benz is no different. The engine oil plays a crucial role when it comes to how the engine performs in the long run.
The motor oil is responsible for cooling the engine as well as lubricating moving internal parts.
During an engine oil change, the technician will drain out all the old oil from your engine and replace it with fresh new oil.
2. Oil Filter Change:
The second thing that you can expect to have done during a Mercedes A0 service is an oil filter change.
The oil filter is responsible for filtering out all the impurities in the engine oil that can damage your engine.
The filter is also responsible for preventing any debris from entering the engine. Over time the oil filter on your Mercedes can become clogged with debris and therefore needs to be replaced.
After draining the engine oil and replacing it with fresh new oil, the technician will remove the old filter and replace it with a brand new one.
3. Coolant Inspection:
After changing the engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter, the main A0 service tasks are now completed. It’s time for inspections.
The technician will inspect the engine coolant level and top it up if necessary. Coolant is used to keep your engine from overheating, and it’s critical that you have enough of it.
4. Brake Fluid Inspection:
After inspecting the engine coolant level, the technician will check your brake fluid and top it up if it is below the minimum mark.
Brake fluid helps your Mercedes car stop more easily. When you press the brake pedal, the fluid makes it so your foot’s force is enough to slow down the car.
Without it, stopping your car would be much harder.
5. Power Steering Fluid Check:
Newer Mercedes models are equipped with the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, which requires no fluid.
However, older models have a hydraulic power steering (HPS) system that requires regular inspection and maintenance of the power steering fluid level.
If your Merc has hydraulic power steering, then the mechanic will check the power steering fluid level. If it is low, then he will add more fluid.
6. Windshield Washer Fluid Check:
The last thing that the Tech will check is your windshield washer fluid.
The windshield washer fluid is used to clean the windshield when it gets dirty due to rain, road debris, or dust.
The technician will check the windshield washer fluid level by removing the cap from the reservoir and checking for the correct amount of fluid.
If it needs topping up, then he will add more windshield washer fluid.
Mercedes Service A0 Checklist
If you are planning to do this service yourself, then you will find this checklist very useful. It will give you a clear idea of what needs to be done and how to do it.
The list includes all the steps that need to be followed when you are servicing doing a0 service.
Mercedes A0 Service Checklist
| Task | Checked |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil Change | |
| Oil Filter Change | |
| Coolant Inspection | |
| Brake Fluid Inspection | |
| Power Steering Fluid Check | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid Check |
Mercedes A0 Service Cost
Now that you know what A0 service entails let’s look at the cost of this service.
As expected, the cost for this service will vary depending on where you live and where you take your Mercedes.
Based on my experience as an automotive technician the cost of A0 service is usually around $150 to $250 at an independent garage and $250 to $350 at a Mercedes dealership.
If you want to save money, then you can DIY A0 service by changing the oil and filter yourself and then take it to a Mercedes dealership for the other checks and services.
Additional Sources
https://www.mbtemecula.com/service-information/why-engine-oil-changes-are-important-to-your-mercedes/
https://www.guthriesautoservice.net/news/what-are-the-6-essential-vehicle-fluids