Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class - Manual (Page 215)

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Operation
Maintenance
Maintenance
We strongly recommend that you have
your vehicle serviced by your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, in ac-
cordance with the Service Booklet at the
times called for by the FSS (Flexible Ser-
vice System).
Failure to have the vehicle maintained in
accordance with the Service Booklet at the
designated times/mileage called for by
the FSS may result in vehicle damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
FSS will notify you when your next service
is due.
1 Knob
2 Display in the speedometer
Approximately one month before your next
service is due, the type of service is indi-
cated in the speedometer display 2:
9 Minor service (A)
½ Major service (B)
The following information, depending on
operating conditions throughout the year,
is also shown:
ț calculated distance remaining
ț calculated remaining time in days
Clearing the service indicator
The service indicator is automatically
cleared after 10 seconds when you switch
on the ignition or when reaching the ser-
vice threshold while driving. You can also
clear it yourself.
̈ Press knob 1.
Service term exceeded
If you have exceeded the suggested ser-
vice term:
ț the 9 or ½ symbol appears in
the display 2 for 30 seconds and a sig-
nal sounds after switching on the igni-
tion.
ț it is preceded by a “–” (minus symbol).
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The interval between services depends
on your driving habits. A gentle driving
style, moderate engine speeds and the
avoidance of short distance trips will
lengthen the interval between services.