What estate car?

[Old Hack]

If you use other than the Merc chain you get issues with the leasing company - so what you save on cheaper service they claw back as 'devaluing' the car baarstewards

If you use genuine merc parts, they can't do that, its actually against the law.

[Old Greg]

If you use other than the Merc chain you get issues with the leasing company - so what you save on cheaper service they claw back as 'devaluing' the car baarstewards

For an oil change though? IIRC we have the EU to thank for this change in the law (not that I'm pro-EU mind, before you all start).

[Troll]

If you use genuine merc parts, they can't do that, its actually against the law.

Servicing
The vehicle must be serviced and maintained in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz published service interval within the Official Workshop network.

Then links to a matrix of indicative charges for non compliance - mine would be £720 inc

[Old Greg]

Servicing
The vehicle must be serviced and maintained in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz published service interval within the Official Workshop network.

Then links to a matrix of indicative charges for non compliance - mine would be £720 inc

I'm not sure how they can legally say 'within the official workshop network'

Car service and repair faqs | The AA

Do I have to get my car serviced by a main dealer?
You are not obliged (since October 2003) to get the car serviced by a franchise dealer during the warranty period.

You must though get it serviced according to the manufacturer's recommended schedule and criteria using only manufacturer approved parts.

The legislation only applies to the part of the warranty offered by the manufacturer, i.e. insurance-backed extended warranties offered by dealers are not covered and may stipulate different conditions.

If you do get the car serviced outside the dealer networkyou must make sure it's done to the maker's recommended schedule and criteria using approved parts. You must also keep records so you can demonstrate to the manufacturer that servicing was undertaken to their requirements.

You should still get warranty work undertaken by the franchised dealer as it is easier for them to deal directly with the manufacturer.

Read about repairs after the warranty expires before deciding to go outside the dealer network for servicing during the warranty.

[Troll]

For an oil change though? IIRC we have the EU to thank for this change in the law (not that I'm pro-EU mind, before you all start).

General
Maintain Digital Service Book - Confirm carrying out and correctness of stipulated service scope, service items entered in DSB (Digital Service Book) within EVA and service report printed out for customer. total bollux

Wheels, brakes
Front and rear axle: Check brake lining thickness
Check complete wheels for damage and crack formation
Measure tyre tread depth
Enter tread depth values in table on last page of service sheet in mm
Check/correct tyre pressure and enter value in table on last page of service sheet in Bar or Psi all meaningless bollux for <10k

Engine compartment
Engine: Change oil and filter
Engine cooling system: Check/correct fluid level (enter protection value in end table, in the event of leakage determine and eliminate subject to a separate repair invoice)
Brake system: Check/correct fluid level (in the event of leakage determine and eliminate subject to a separate repair invoice)
Windscreen washer system: Check/correct washer fluid level - Use Mercedes-Benz approved part number A 002 986 1471 09 windscreen washer concentrate (remainder to be left in vehicle if any)
Engine hood: Check latch and safety hooks for ease of movement - Replace components no matter how insignificant the faults may be

Vehicle front, vehicle rear
Check condition of wiper blades (Replace subject to a separate repair invoice) all meaningless bollux for <10k

Boot
Check/correct tyre pressure of spare wheel (with CODE 669, Spare tyre on steel rim) and enter value in table on last page of service sheet in Bar or Psi
or
Check expiration date of TIREFIT tyre repair kit and enter in end table (Except CODE 669, Spare tyre on steel rim) and enter value in table on last page of service sheet
If necessary, replace TIREFIT subject to separate repair invoice
Check boot lighting all meaningless bollux for <10k

[BolshieBastard]

If you use genuine merc parts, they can't do that, its actually against the law.

Yes, the law the EU brought in that means you dont have to have a new car serviced by the main dealer to keep the warranty valid.

For an oil change though? IIRC we have the EU to thank for this change in the law (not that I'm pro-EU mind, before you all start).

Yes, the EU issued this law so motorists were not compelled to have the car serviced via the main agent and, maintain the warranty. All parts used must be the same as the main agent uses. You need to keep receipts for all the work though as proof. IIRC, the garage must also be VAT registered.

Servicing
The vehicle must be serviced and maintained in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz published service interval within the Official Workshop network.

Then links to a matrix of indicative charges for non compliance - mine would be £720 inc

I think this can only be a condition where you lease a vehicle through a 3rd party company and not MB's official finance arm. The 3rd party lease company may want to protect themselves.

If it is MB's finance arm restricting you to the dealer network, then, they are clearly in breach of the EU regulations.

[Troll]

If it is MB's finance arm restricting you to the dealer network, then, they are clearly in breach of the EU regulations.

It is... so a bit like you cannot insist on SC in a job ad, or import Bobs to replace UK workers....all bollox!

[bobspud]

For an oil change though? IIRC we have the EU to thank for this change in the law (not that I'm pro-EU mind, before you all start).

It might be illegal but remember that MB set a standard that said if you want the 30 year warranty on rust etc you need a full service history with MB stamps.

[BolshieBastard]

It is... so a bit like you cannot insist on SC in a job ad, or import Bobs to replace UK workers....all bollox!

Well if you can be arsed, you could report them to Trading Standards as circumventing EU regulations.

A lot depends if you're 'buying' the car or leasing it and intend handing it back at the end of the term. If you are buying, it does make sense to maintain a main dealer service history for added re sale price.

If handing it back, who cares about re sale value?

[DimPrawn]

Breach EU regulations means nothing, and if you want to fight the main dealer with this "law" expect 10 years of legal battles and a legal bill in the millions.

Good luck!