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Take Care of Your Mercedes-Benz This Summer

Take Care of Your Mercedes-Benz This Summer

Mercedes-Benz is an automobile name that is known for its class, luxury, and performance for decades. At MBClinic, we have highly experienced and specialized technicians trained to take the best care of Mercedes-Benz. As a specialty shop, we'd like to inform you of all of these essential maintenance tips that will keep your Mercedes-Benz running efficiently and smoothly for the summertime.   Get Your Oil Change Your engine is more likely to overheat in the summer than any other time of the year, which is why it is so crucial to be observant of your oil levels. To avoid troubles in your Mercedes-Benz's lifetime, you should always take your in for regular oil changes. Getting into this habit will ensure optimal performance and maximize your gas mileage.   Other Fluid Changes You may be used to only examining your fluids whenever you get that dashboard reminder to do so. However, it is best to check the levels at least every couple of months or even once a month. Y ... read more

What Causes a Clunking Noise When Going Over Bumps?

What Causes a Clunking Noise When Going Over Bumps?

It is not normal for a car to rattle and produce clunking noises when moving. That mainly occurs in vehicles with suspension issues when they go over bumps, rough roads, potholes, and rocks. A problem like that can be frustrating and put you at risk. A vehicle's suspension is an assembly comprising of many components, and one can wonder what might be causing the clunking sound. We've discussed some of the causes below so that the next time you hear the rattling sound; it'll quickly occur to you what might be the problem. Worn-out Shocks and Struts A vehicle's shocks and struts play a crucial in its performance and handling. Their primary role is to absorb vibrations and shocks when the car vibrates and bounces on a rough track. They also help keep the tire in constant contact with the road. Continuous lack of damping can cause severe wear, which leads to pronounced bouncing and rocking when the car moves. Additionally, you'll hear clunking noises when you go over ... read more

How Often Your Radiator Needs to be Flushed

How Often Your Radiator Needs to be Flushed

A radiator flush is a process of draining all coolant or antifreeze and replacing it with fresh coolants. Engines run incredibly hot and need some form of external cooling. Radiator liquid, in the form of coolant or antifreeze, is used to cool the engine. It's imperative to keep the coolant fresh and clean to keep the car from overheating and maintaining the radiator. A radiator flush is routine maintenance to keep the radiator healthy and should be performed on a semi-regular basis. Over time, debris and other contaminants build up in the coolant system. Corrosion, rust, and other debris accumulate in the radiator and the surrounding coolant system. This debris needs to be removed, or you could end up replacing your entire radiator. Here's where a radiator flush comes in. A radiator flush involves injecting cleaner, water, and new antifreeze through the coolant system to remove any harmful buildup. Directly draining the antifreeze or coolant will not remove all the harmful con ... read more