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Mercedes-Benz Repair & Service in Colorado Springs

C-Class to GLE, S-Class and Sprinter vans — gas and BlueTEC diesel, Airmatic and 7G-Tronic, diagnosed with factory-level tools and dealer-level programming in our own shop.

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✓  24-month / 24,000-mile warranty

✓  ASE-certified technicians

✓  Female-led, family-owned

What we do

Mercedes-Benz diagnostics, service and repair

One shop for everything your Mercedes-Benz needs, from the first warning light to the finished repair.

01

Diagnostics & programming

We pull live data and factory fault codes to find the root cause of a warning light, a running problem or an electrical fault — the first time.

✓  Factory-level scan tools for engine, transmission, ABS and body modules

 

✓  Dealer-level module programming in-house, with factory software

 

✓  Pressure and smoke testing for hidden leaks

 

✓  Photo and video of every finding

 

02

Scheduled service

Factory maintenance intervals, with fluids and filters that meet Mercedes-Benz specifications.

✓  A and B service intervals

 

✓  7G-Tronic transmission fluid and filter service

 

✓  BlueTEC AdBlue (DEF) system service

 

✓  Brake fluid exchanges

 

03

Repair

Durable repairs on the parts Mercedes-Benzs are known to wear out.

✓  Airmatic air suspension — struts, compressors and valve blocks

 

✓  Oil cooler and oil leaks on the OM642 diesel

 

✓  Balance shaft and timing on the M272 V6

 

✓  Sprinter van diesel and emissions repair

 

Model by model

What are the most common problems on each Mercedes-Benz model?

Every Mercedes-Benz has its own weak spots. This is what we see most in our bays.

C-Class

2008–2014

•  M272 V6 balance shaft wear on early models

 

•  Engine mount wear

 

•  7G-Tronic conductor plate faults

 

E-Class

2003–2016

•  Airmatic air suspension

 

•  M272 balance shaft wear, 2005–2008

 

•  Oil leaks

 

ML / GL / GLE

2006–2019

•  OM642 diesel oil cooler leaks

 

•  Airmatic air suspension

 

•  BlueTEC AdBlue heater faults

 

S-Class

Air suspension models

•  Airmatic struts and compressor

 

•  Electrical faults

 

Sprinter vans

2007 and newer

•  AdBlue (DEF) and NOx sensor faults

 

•  EGR and glow plug problems

 

•  Oil leaks on the diesel

 

7G-Tronic

Many models

•  Harsh or delayed shifts

 

•  Limp mode

 

•  Conductor plate faults

 

Keep it healthy

What we tell Mercedes owners

•  Keep up A and B services

 

•  Service the transmission

 

•  Fix a sagging corner early

 

•  Keep AdBlue topped off on diesels

 

Mercedes-Benz questions we answer every week

Straight answers from our techs

Why is my Mercedes check engine light on with cam timing codes?

On 2005–2008 Mercedes with the M272 V6, cam and crank correlation codes often point to a worn balance shaft or idler gear — a known problem on those early engines.

Warning signs

Check engine light  ·  Cam correlation codes  ·  Rattle  ·  Rough running

What we do

We confirm the cause with a scan and inspection before recommending the repair.

Why is my Mercedes sitting low on one corner?

Mercedes Airmatic air suspension fails as struts leak, the compressor wears or the valve block sticks — common on E-Class, S-Class, ML and GL models.

Warning signs

One corner low overnight  ·  Suspension warning  ·  Compressor always running  ·  Rough ride

What we do

We pressure-test the system and replace only the failing part. Fix it early — a leak wears out the compressor.

Why is my Mercedes diesel leaking oil?

On the OM642 V6 diesel in the ML, GL, E-Class and Sprinter, the oil cooler seals are a well-known leak point, dripping oil into the valley of the engine.

Warning signs

Burning oil smell  ·  Oil under the engine  ·  Low oil level

What we do

We confirm the source and replace the oil cooler seals — and inspect for anything else while it's apart.

Why is there an AdBlue warning on my Mercedes or Sprinter?

On BlueTEC diesels and Sprinter vans, AdBlue (DEF) warnings often come from a failed tank heater, pump, or NOx sensor — and the vehicle can count down to a no-start.

Warning signs

AdBlue warning  ·  Starts remaining countdown  ·  Check engine light

What we do

We diagnose the AdBlue system and sensors and repair the failed part. We repair emissions systems — we don't delete them.

Colorado Springs:  Cold Colorado nights are when AdBlue heaters fail. Don't ignore the countdown.

Why does my Mercedes shift harshly?

On many Mercedes with the 7G-Tronic automatic, harsh or delayed shifts and limp mode can come from old fluid or a failing conductor plate inside the transmission.

Warning signs

Harsh shifts  ·  Delayed engagement  ·  Limp mode  ·  Transmission warning

What we do

We scan the transmission, service the fluid and filter, and diagnose the conductor plate before recommending more.

Not sure what's wrong with your Mercedes-Benz?

Tell us what it's doing when you book. We diagnose before we repair, and you approve the work before we start.

Bring your Mercedes-Benz to Westco

Free inspection, factory-level diagnostics, and a clear explanation before any work begins.

Westco Automotive & Truck Repair

1130 Valley St Ste A/B

Colorado Springs, CO 80915

Monday–Friday · 9 AM–5 PM

(719) 591-7743

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