This is exactly why Pacific Coast Benz is 5 Star Rated!

With us, you can rest easy that your Mercedes Benz is in great hands. Check out this review from Franky G.

Most people hesitate to change the cabin air filter thinking it is not an important maintenance item. Here are a few reasons and pictures to help raise awareness on why cabin filters are important not only for the vehicle occupants but also for the longevity of the vehicle’s blower motor.

• Cabin filters are designed to last between 15,000-30,000 miles and should be replaced frequently. These numbers can vary depending on internal and external factors. (ie: Smoking inside car or wild fires)
• The recent California wild fires have distributed unhealthy ash everywhere and your cabin air filters may get clogged.
• When cabin filters are neglected, they can strain the blower motor and reduce air flow.
• This straining can cause your blower motor to go bad which could cost up to $1000 in repairs. 
• Dirty filters can cause foul odors, and allow even chemicals, pollutants, etc to enter the cabin.
• Rodents love to work their way into the cabin filters and create nests in there. This is something we frequently encounter. You do not want to breath in through a rodent’s nest.
• Cabin filters are typically replaced on every B-service, so skipping the B-service and “just” doing an oil change can lead to this ( see photos below to see what happens when you skip your cabin air filter replacement! )

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Sprinter vans are known to be reliable and solid vans. Keeping them in tip top shape is essential to their dependability.

Keeping up with the services are much easier with Pacific Coast Benz and much lighter on the cost compared to dealership prices.

Here at Pacific Coast Benz we can complete your Service A and Service B while strictly following Mercedes Benz procedures.

Check out some of our recent customer testimonials below:

Sprinter Van Service Testimonials:

“Great place to take a Sprinter van! I was always worried to take my van in somewhere that wouldn’t know what they’re doing, but these guys specialize in Sprinters as well and do an amazing job! Really cool staff, affordable, and they’re honest people.” – Jacob Ludeman

“Quality service, competitive prices, and independently owned by Tom! There’s no better place to service your Mercedes Vehicle than PCB. They performed some routine maintenance on our MB Sprinter Van. Truly caring professionals!” – trypTC

Been here a few times for my 2010 Mercedes Sprinter. Tom and Crew is always professional, courteous, and prompt. Will definitely recommend to other fellow Sprinter Van owners. “– Zachary Brewster

“My vehicle: Sprinter Van My experience: Easy to work with, knowledgeable and straight forward. I’ll be coming back here with all my future Sprinter maintenance.” – Scott Schreiber

If you have a Sprinter, chances are you are highly dependent on it’s reliability and long lasting performance. Whether it is being used as your recreation vehicle or if it is being used for your business, making sure the car is in tip-top shape is critical.

At Pacific Coast Benz, we specialize in Sprinter vans and are considered by many “The Sprinter Specialists of Orange County”. Trust our certified technicians to handle your van with great care and precision. We use nothing but genuine Mercedes Benz parts and technology.

So… how often should you service your sprinter?

A Sprinter Van should follow a strict 10,000 mile maintenance schedule.

Let Pacific Coast Benz help you achieve the low cost of ownership and maintenance of your Sprinter Van.

Schedule service for your Sprinter Van today!

Our certified team of mechanics here at Pacific Coast Benz have had a great deal of experience helping Sprinter van owners maintain their vehicles. Along the way, we have encountered a few consistent issues noted below. Here are the top 7 issues with Sprinter vans that we can help you resolve.

Do you manage a fleet of Sprinter vans? If so, ask about our fleet discount.

Broken Exhaust Flex Pipe

With time, the flex pipe will eventually form exhaust leaks– deforming any plastics and melting any wiring nearby. This as a result forces the engine to shut down. This is definitely not an easy issue to spot and typically occurs before you can even see the signs. These are things we check for when servicing your Sprinter van at Pacific Coast Benz.

The “Rumble Strip” Vibration & Noise

This is typically caused by incorrect transmission fluid which eventually causes the torque converter to wear down. This is what actually causes the vibration and noise similar to sound you hear when you drive over a rumble strip on the highway. Not to worry, we can help you with this.

Oil Cooler Leak

With time, the cooler seals eventually leak oil and need to be replaced.

Glow Plug Failure

It is rather common in T1N Sprinters for the glow plugs to seize into the cylinder head, meaning major repairs may be needed. The engine control module (ECM) does monitor the glow plugs and if a problem arises, can issue a fault. Not to worry, we are highly experienced with this repair.

Start Count Down

If there’s an issue with the DEF/AdBlue system, the Sprinter Van will begin to count down how many startups are left for the vehicle. If the DEF, NOX sensors or DEF/AdBlue systems fail, it can lead to more challenging repairs. Check with Pacific Coast Benz and get it diagnosed and repaired.

DEF Heater Failure

DEF Heater failure occurs when the heater on the DEF/AdBlue tank fails. Although the engine light will turn on with this issue, it’s not a major concern here on the West Coast (with our climate) as the DEF heater’s only purpose is preventing the DEF/AdBlue from freezing. Pacific Coast Benz can help you resolve this quickly.

Clogged DPF

The DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) is designed to prevent the appearance of black smoke by capturing exhaust particles. Over time, the DPF gets full which results in the engine’s computer increasing the temperature of the engine exhaust in order to burn the particles. This can ultimately result in clogging and interruption of the exhaust flow. Let Pacific Coast Benz help you get this taken care of.

At Pacific Coast Benz, we specialize in Sprinter van diagnostics and service. Let us take care of your Sprinter(s).

Book an Appointment using the form below or call us today.

Ask for Tom! (714) 850-1206