Flexible Service System PLUS (FSS PLUS)
• Evaluates engine temperature, oil level, vehicle speed, engine speed, brake wear, distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service. The interval between services depends on your driving habits.
• Next necessary service is indicated in the multifunction display in the instrument panel.
• Maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A (minor service) through H (major service).
• A “+” sign after the service type display indicates that the brake lining thickness must be checked.
• Calculates and determines the service items (1-14) that need to be performed.
When the service type appears in the multifunction display, you can use the vehicle’s control system to view a list of the service items that need to be performed at the called for service type.
Calling up the service data information
• Switch ignition on.
• Outside temperature display.
• Press button up or down on the steering wheel until the FSS PLUS indicator appears in the display.
• Press the trip odometer reset knob for about five seconds. The Service Menu appears in the display.
• Select the items menu with the + or – button.
• Press the menu systems button (left side, below up and down buttons).
• The service indicator now displays the items menu (1 – 14 described below).
• Press the menu systems button until the outside temperature display appears.
1 Due when displayed
Check brake pads & rotors front/rear
2 Every 60,000 miles or 4 years
Replace air cleaner insert
3 Every 30,000 miles or 2 years
Replace combination filter
4 Every 30,000 miles or 2 years
Replace dust filter
5 Every 60,000 miles or 5 years
Replace fuel filter
6 Every 60,000 miles or 5 years
Replace activated charcoal filter
7 Every 100,000 miles or 5 years
Replace spark plugs
8 Every 150,000 miles or 15 years
Replace coolant
9 Every 2 years
Check bodywork for paint damage
Check chassis and load-bearing body components
Replace brake fluid, check pressure of reservoir
10 Every 3 years
Clean slide rails and shoes to sliding/pop-up roof
11 Every 3 years
Clean and lubricate guide mechanism to Panorama sliding roof
12 Due when displayed
Engine oil and filter change
13 Due when displayed
Check fluid levels, correct/repair if necessary
• Brake system
• Power steering
• Windshield washer system
Check safety catch and hinges on engine hood
Check auxiliary battery condition
Function check
• Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting
• Windshield wipers, washer system, headlamp cleaning system
Inspect tires
Check thickness of front brake pads
Check main battery
14 Due when displayed
Check for leakage – major components
Check fluid levels, correct/repair if necessary
• Brake system
• Power steering
• Windshield washer system
Check poly-V-belt
Check safety catch and hinges on engine hood
Check auxiliary battery condition
Function check
• Parking brake
• Warning/indicator lamps, illumination and interior lighting
• Windshield wipers, washer system, headlamp cleaning system
• Seat belts and buckles
Inspect tires
Check condition of front/rear brakes
Correct tire inflation pressure, including spare tire
Leakage – major components
Check front axle ball joints for play, check rubber boots
Inspect condition of flexible disks
Inspect play of tie rod and drag link joints, inspect rubber boots
Check main battery
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