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Note: This is the text from a Mercedes-Benz CPO Service and Warranty booklet.
This is not a current booklet. Prior and/or more current booklets may differ. The author of this site has no liability for errors, omissions, or any defects whatsoever in the information, or for any damage or injury resulting from the utilization of said information.

General

Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty - Item Coverage

Items Covered Under this Warranty

During the specified Warranty period, all necessary repairs or replacements of the parts listed below will be made by any authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer (as applicable) at no charge to you or any eligible subsequent Private Party Purchaser, to correct defects in material or workmanship in covered vehicle parts and/or systems of a Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. Items covered below must have been installed prior to or at MBCPO retail delivery.

Any repairs will be made as determined by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, using new or remanufactured Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts at its discretion.

If a Part Is Not Listed, It Is Not Covered

  1. ENGINE: Engine block, cylinder head(s), cylinder head gasket(s), all internally lubricated parts, including internally lubricated seals and gaskets, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing chain cover, flywheel, flex-plate, vibration damper (harmonic balancer), coolant pump, turbocharger, supercharger, belt tensioners, injection pump, control module, and motor mounts.
  2. TRANSMISSION: Transmission case, control module, all internally lubricated parts, including internally lubricated seals and gaskets, valve body, automatic transmission metal lines, torque con­verter, modulator control valve, control pressure cable, shift linkage(s), master/slave cylinder, clutch disc, pressure plate, clutch release bearing and fork for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
  3. REAR AXLE: Center section/rear axle and all internally lubricated parts, including internally lubricated seals and gasket, axle side shafts, drive shaft, drive shaft center bearing, drive shaft flex-disc assembly, rear axle shaft bearings and hubs.
  4. ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP): Control module, wheel speed sensors, hydraulic pump and electric motor, all hydraulic lines and lateral acceleration sensors.
  5. AUTOMATIC SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (ASD): All hydraulic system components includ­ing pump, pressure lines, solenoid/valves and control module.
  6. ELECTRONIC TRACTION SYSTEM (ETS): Hydraulic unit (ABS/ETS), charging pump, pressure reservoir, control module, vehicle speed sensors.
  7. ACCELERATION SLIP REGULATION (ASR): Hydraulic unit (ABS/ASR), charging pump, pressure reservoir and control module.
  8. M-CLASS MODELS ONLY: Transfer case, transfer case shift motor, front axle, front differential component assembly, including seals and gaskets, front drive shaft, front axle shaft, bearings, wheel speed sensors and hubs.
  9. 4-MATIC MODELS ONLY: Transfer case, front axle, center section and all internally lubricated parts, including internally lubricated seals and gaskets, front drive shaft, front axle shaft, bearings, wheel speed sensors and hubs.
  10. G-CLASS MODELS ONLY: Transfer case, transfer case shift motor, front axle, including seals and gaskets, front drive shaft, front axle shaft, bearings, wheel speed sensors and hubs.
  11. COOLING SYSTEM: Thermostat, radiator, fan clutch, engine fan (including electronic fan), coolant expansion tank, transmission and engine oil coolers as well as the metal lines and fittings.
  12. FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM: Vacuum shutoff, vacuum control valve, ALDA/ BCAPA (barometric pressure-charge air compensation) unit, fuel pump, cold start valve, fuel pressure regulator, fuel injectors (gas and diesel), fuel injector holders, all metal high pressure fuel injection lines and return lines, warm-up regulator, fuel accumulator, fuel distributor, mass/volume air flow sensor, primary pressure regulator, engine idle speed control valve, fuel heater (diesel only), fuel primer pump (hand operated [diesel only]), throttle linkage assembly, fuel tank and expansion tank.
  13. STEERING SYSTEM: Power steering gear box including PML control valve, pump, pump pulley, ignition lock includ­ing cylinder / tumblers, drag link, steering shock absorber, steering knuckle, tie rods, idler arm and idler arm bushing.
  14. SUSPENSION: Coil springs, anti-sway torsion bar as well as associated linkage and brackets, shock absorber/suspension struts, ADS pump (where appli­cable), reservoir, valves, accumulators, valve linkage, suspension pressure reservoir, gas spring reservoir, oil reservoir and cover, oil level sending unit, high-pressure oil hose, distribution valve, switch level adjustment, solenoid locking valve, suspension acceleration sensor, body acceleration sensor, switch load sensor, upper and lower control arms, as well as all suspension links and bushings, ball joints, wheel bearings, wheel bearing seals and air suspension struts.
  15. BRAKE SYSTEM: Master cylinder, brake booster, Brake Operating Unit including BOU sensors, vacuum pump, hydraulic unit (ABS or ABS/ETS/ASR/ ESP/SBS) wheel speed sensors, brake calipers, proportioning valve, metal and composite hydraulic lines and fittings.
  16. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ignition distributor, rotor and cap, starter system components, as well as all electrical motors, wiring harnesses and connec­tors, starter lockout switch, sending units, sensors, switches, fuse boxes, relay modules, control modules, transmitters, instrument panel, gauges, rheostats, potentiometers, blower motor series resistors, alternator pulley, voltage regulator, diodes, buzzers, horns, actuators, timers, electro-mechanical valves, solenoids, as well as air bag contact plate (located in steering wheel), heated seat elements, and global positioning system (GPS).
  17. CLIMATE CONTROL: All electrical components noted above, as well as the A/C compressor and clutch, receiver/drier bottle, refrigerant hoses and connections, evaporator, expansion valve, condenser, rear vent control cables, vacuum actuators, all vacuum valves and elements, auxiliary cooling pump, cold engine lock-out switch, temperature selector wheel, servo unit, mono valve, dual valve, switchover valve, heater core and heater housing assembly.
  18. BODY: Window regulators, sunroof cables, front and rear windshield wiper linkages, power seat drive cables and seat belt assemblies.
  19. CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM: Actua­tor/element, pneumatic check valve, switches and linkages.
  20. TOWING: In the event of a mechanical breakdown due to a covered part during the term of this Limited Warranty, and the towing charges are reasonable and competitive, the costs of the vehicle being towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer is covered.
    Additional charges not covered by this limited warranty may be applicable for a breakdown location that is not a reasonably accessible roadside location, as determined by the authorized Mercedes­ Benz Dealer Technician or tow service provider.
  21. REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING: Transmitters (excluding batteries) and receivers.*
  22. CLOSING ASSIST: Actuators, switches, and supply pump.*
  23. SOFT TOP/RETRACTABLE HARDTOP: Mechanical linkages, hydraulic unit, valves/solenoids, switches and sensors.*
  24. ROLL BAR SYSTEM: Roll bar mechanism (model R129 and 230) or complete assembly (models 208.4 and 209.4); roll bar, hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic unit, valves / solenoids, actuators, and switches.*
  25. AUDIO SYSTEMS: Head unit (Radio, Cassette/AM/FM/Weatherband), Speakers, Audio amplification system, CD player and changer.
  26. SATELLITE RADIO SYSTEM: All components of satellite radios are covered under this warranty if they have been installed at the factory or by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer using approved components.
  27. NAVIGATION SYSTEM: CD drive, control module, antenna system.
  28. OPTICAL NETWORK: Fiber optics and connectors associated with optical componentry.
  29. COMAND: Control display unit, central processor, steering wheel control system, integrated CD drive, integrated Navigation processor, GPS antenna system and Navigation CD drive.
  30. MODULAR CONTROL SYSTEM (MCS) - M-CLASS ONLY: MCS - centralized component control unit, single CD player, CD changer, audio amplification system, Navigation system and antenna system.

*MBCPO Limited Warranty coverage applies to vehicles bearing these items as original equipment only.

If you have any questions regarding the coverage of this Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty, please consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealership or contact MBUSA at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).

Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty - Exclusions

What is Excluded From This Warranty

  1. Antenna mast
  2. Antenna motor
  3. Vehicle battery
  4. Phone
  5. Soft top, including:
    Fabric top
    Rear glass/plastic window
    Headliner
  6. Glass
  7. Vehicle paint and trim
  8. Damage caused by outside influences: Resultant Damage from factors such as:
    • Fuel
    • Fluid contamination
    • Improper fuel usage
    • Improper adjustments
    • Corrosion and algae
  9. Damage due to accidents, fraud, negligence, misuse, improper adjust­ments, modification, alterations, discon­nection, or tampering. Damage due to accidents or acts of nature or other events beyond the control of MBUSA; damage from objects striking the vehicle. Misuse of the vehicle such as, but not limited to:
    • Driving over curbs
    • Overloading
    • Improper operation
    • Operating without regard to vehicle warning lights
    • Storage or transport

    (Proper vehicle use is described in the Operator's Manual.)
  10. Damage due to lack of maintenance or lack of proper maintenance or failure to use specified maintenance parts and fluids as described or indicated in the vehicle's Service Booklet.
  11. Normal maintenance: The vehicle requires normal services such as:
    • Cleaning and polishing
    • Lubrication and filter changes as specified
    • Engine tune-up - Wiper blades
    • Replacement of worn brake pads and discs
    • Refer to the Service Booklet for details
  12. Damage due to alterations: Alterations by changing or adding to the vehicle that adversely affect its performance, reliability, and longevity.
  13. Damage caused by other than original equipment parts: Any malfunctions caused by the use of other than Mercedes-Benz original equipment or MBUS-approved spare parts or accessories.
  14. Altered odometer: Any vehicle on which the odometer has been altered and the actual mileage cannot be determined.
  15. Consequential damages: This limited warranty does not cover any consequential or secondary damages that may be suffered as a result of the need to repair or replace a warranted part except to the extent coverage of such damage is required by the state whose law governs this limited warranty.
  16. Repairs at non-authorized dealers: Otherwise covered repairs when the prescribed repair is not performed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealer.
  17. Liability from use of the vehicle: Liability for damage to property or injury or death of any person arising out of the operation, maintenance, or use of the vehicle whether or not related to the prescribed repair.
  18. Vehicle used "for-hire" purpose or commercial rental: Vehicle cannot be used for commercial purposes.
  19. Taxes: Any and all taxes required on this limited warranty except where prescribed by law.
  20. Extra Expenses: This MBCPO Limited Warranty does not cover:
    • Loss of the vehicle during warranty repairs
    • Lodging bills
    • Substitute transportation rentals - Other travel costs
    • Telephone calls - Loss of pay
  21. Items, Systems, Parts and Accesso­ries Not Identified as Covered: If a system, item, part, or accessory is not listed in the section of this document entitled "ITEMS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY," it is not covered by this MBCPO Limited Warranty.
If you have any questions regarding the coverage of this Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty, please consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealership or contact MBUSA at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).


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