Yearly Archives: 2022

How to Drive Safely in Denver During the Winter

How to Drive Safely in Denver During the Winter

As most of you may know, Denver is no stranger to snow. Even with some snow flurries, drivers in Denver and surrounding areas need to be extra attentive and cautious of the road conditions. To help you stay safe this winter, MCBlinic Inc wants to help winterize your vehicle. We also want to share our top tips on combating winter driving! Tip #1: Have Winter Maintenance Done Just because it's freezing outside shouldn't give you an excuse to put off your maintenance items. Please remember to check off the essentials: Tire rotation Battery test Radiator flush Oil change Light tests Wiper blade change & more!  Tip #2: Store an Emergency Kit with Winter Essentials You should always come prepared whenever you get behind the wheel. To ensure you don't encounter a breakdown this season, here are some must-haves to store inside your car:  Jumper cables Phone charger First aid kit Multi-tools or a collection of simple tools An extra bottle of wiper fluid ... read more

Why Is the Heating System in My Mercedes-Benz Not Working?

Why Is the Heating System in My Mercedes-Benz Not Working?

 As the temperatures drop, you will rely on the heater and defrosters every day to get around in your Mercedes Benz. A leak within the cooling/heating system can make your daily commute in the winter troublesome and uncomfortable. If you experience the following signs, you most likely need to service your car's heating/cooling system.  Musty Odor If the inside of your Mercedes-Benz starts smelling humidor off, you may have a coolant leak somewhere within the system. You should check by walking around your vehicle or looking under the hood. A mechanic at MBClinic can help you inspect it as well. Steam Coming From the Engine If you have smoke coming from the hood, you most definitely have a coolant leak. If you do not take your Mercedes-Benz to get serviced right away, your engine may overheat and blow. Cloudy Windshield If your defrosters seem like it's never kicking in, you may have a defect in your heating system. The defroster will not function when you have a ... read more

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