Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Differential oil is contaminated Inspection at your home or office.

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(47)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(47)

Differential oil is contaminated Inspection Service

How much does a Differential oil is contaminated Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Differential oil is contaminated Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$132.49 - $145.62
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.48 - $125.60
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.55 - $125.72
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$117.28 - $130.25
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK350V6-3.5LService typeDifferential oil is contaminated InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$117.94 - $131.39
Show example Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Differential oil is contaminated Inspection prices

Differentials allow a vehicle to turn effectively, slowing the speed of the inside wheel and increasing the speed of the outside wheel to ensure smooth cornering. In order to keep the gears of the differential from overheating and breaking down due to friction, differential oil is sued to help preserve critical components. Differential work best when the gears of the differential are working together smoothly.

How this system works:

The differential redirects the power generated by the vehicle’s engine toward the wheels. The differential is also responsible for managing the rotational speed of the transmission and allowing the wheels to spin and different speed to allow for better cornering. A vehicle without a differential would have the wheels spinning at the same peed, forcing one to slip in order to corner. Front-wheel drive vehicles have one differential at the front of the vehicle and rear-wheel drive vehicles have one differential at the back of the vehicle. Many four-wheel drive vehicle have three differentials, one for each axle and one to modify the speed of the wheels between the front and back of the vehicle.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Old differential oil. Depending on the vehicle, differential oil should be changed every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. Old differential engine oil can pick up metal shavings which over time, could cause serious damage to the gears in the differential.

  • Water in the differential oil. While it is difficult to have water enter the differential, it is possible, especially in off-road vehicles that may travel through deep water. On top of the differential is a breather tube that allows hot gases to escape if necessary, cooling the differential. If the differential is submerged in water, the rapid temperature change may cause the breather tube to let water into the differential. This will contaminate the oil and if left unchecked will cause increased friction and may damage gears.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine how your vehicle’s differential oil has been contaminated. The mechanic will then provide a detailed inspection report outlining the nature of the contamination and the cost of any repairs that need to be made.

How it's done:

When the mechanic arrives, he or she will raise the vehicle and inspect the differential for any leaks or superficial damage. In order to remove the contaminated oil, the mechanic must drain it from the differential.

If the mechanic suspects that the oil is old, he or she will drain the oil and inspect it to see if there are any metal filings that may have damaged the gears in the differential. Depending on the amount of metal shavings in the oil, the mechanic may want to inspect the gears for damage. The mechanic should then plug the differential and refill it will clean oil.

If the mechanic suspects that there may be water in the differential oil, he or she will begin by draining the contaminated oil. Oil with water in it typically looks gray and cloudy. The mechanic will then replace the contaminated oil with fresh oil. He or she may also drain some fresh oil again to make sure all of the water has been removed from the differential

In the case of all repairs, the mechanic will make sure that he or she replaces the contaminated oil with fresh oil before leaving. The mechanic should also start the vehicle and inspect the differential to ensure that there are no new leaks.

How important is this service?

Contaminated differential oil, if left unchanged can potentially cause more serious issues with the gears in the differential. Contaminated oil may contain metal shavings or water which will increase friction and may damage the teeth on the gears. If you notice and peculiar noises or sensations coming from the differential, you should stop driving the vehicle and have it inspected by a mechanic.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Mercedes-Benz mechanics

Real customer reviews from Mercedes-Benz owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(47)

Rating Summary
46
1
0
0
0
46
1
0
0
0

Chris

11 years of experience
281 reviews
Chris
11 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK350 V6-3.5L - Oil Change - Phoenix, Arizona
Chis was great. Before my appointment with Chris, I had a sound I suspected was a drive belt that needed to be replaced, and I tried to save money, the wrong way. Chris was able to show me what all the issues around the noise were, and I deduced without his prompting what really need to be fixed. So we were able to get the job done perfectly with the time and resources allowed, and my errors in planning were able to be overcome the options he presented.

Stefan

17 years of experience
367 reviews
Stefan
17 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK350 V6-3.5L - Oil Change - Danville, California
This is the third time I've used Stefan. Is there a professional job done :-)

Walter

46 years of experience
356 reviews
Walter
46 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK350 V6-3.5L - Thermostat - Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Walter was professional and very thorough with the repair of my vehicle.

John

27 years of experience
57 reviews
John
27 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK350 V6-3.5L - Smoke from engine or exhaust - Jupiter, Florida
Thanks John!

Excellent Rating

(47)

Rating Summary
46
1
0
0
0
46
1
0
0
0
Number of Mercedes-Benz SLK350 services completed
517+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Mercedes-Benz MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

What Can Cause Brake Fluid to Leak From the Brake System?
The braking system in a vehicle is designed to circulate brake fluid, using it create the pressure against the wheels when slowing or...
New Jersey Speed Limits, Laws, and Fines
Following Following is an overview of the laws, limits, and fines as they relate to speeding traffic violations in the state of New Jersey. Speed limits in New Jersey 65 mph: some freeways and interstates 55 mph: shorter length freeways...
How to Rent a Car in Europe
When When you’re planning a trip through Europe, it might be a good idea (and also may be the most cost-effective) to consider renting a car if you plan on doing a lot of sightseeing and exploring. Probably one of...

Need car diagnosed.

I would call YourMechanic to come and diagnose this problem.

Engine Light Blinking on and off, then dissapear

Hi there. A check engine light or other warning light is triggered, it is due to an error code being stored in the ECU of your Subaru. The error code can be caused by a sensor recognizing a mechanical or...

My 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 he I lost power while I was driving. It will turn over buybacks seems like it’s not getting fuel. If I

Hi Terry. Thanks for sending in your question today. It's likely that your fuel pump is damaged or perhaps the fuel relay. A dirty fuel filter, combined with dirty air filters, fuel injectors, and other fuel system components can also...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com