Mercedes-Benz S320 Spark Plug Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(25)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(25)

Spark Plug Replacement Service

How much does a Spark Plug Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz S320 Spark Plug Replacement is $180 with $40 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1998 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$564.96Shop/Dealer Price$608.85 - $698.00
1999 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$537.93Shop/Dealer Price$572.55 - $654.74
1997 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$226.27Shop/Dealer Price$249.59 - $312.24
1995 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$226.27Shop/Dealer Price$249.59 - $312.24
1996 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$226.27Shop/Dealer Price$252.17 - $316.75
1994 Mercedes-Benz S320L6-3.2LService typeSpark Plug ReplacementEstimate$245.95Shop/Dealer Price$274.44 - $352.03
Show example Mercedes-Benz S320 Spark Plug Replacement prices

What are spark plugs and how do they work?

Spark plugs are one of the key components of your vehicle’s ignition system. They ignite gasoline and air inside of your engine. This gives your engine the power to propel you down the road. The spark plug takes high voltage electricity from the ignition coil and creates a spark at just right moment during the engine’s combustion cycle. This gives the engine the best mix of power, fuel economy and low emissions. However, the electrode at the end of the spark plug eventually wears out and can cause performance issues.

Spark plugs-MATROX-1

When should you replace spark plugs?

Replacement should follow the vehicle maintenance schedule. This will be listed in the vehicle’s owner’s manual. Some cars require regular replacement at 30k, 60k or 100k miles. It is possible in some cases that a spark plug might fail before the service schedule, but it’s not typically common.

Avoiding spark plug replacement can cause:

  • Difficulty starting your car.
  • Check engine light for a misfire code.
  • Flashing check engine light during acceleration for misfire, this can cause engine damage.
  • Reduced fuel economy and/or power.
  • Rough idle and/or unexplained engine vibration.
  • Failed State emission testing.

Even if only one spark plug is found to be faulty, they should always be replaced in sets. Most engines will require 4,6, or 8 spark plugs.

How do mechanics replace spark plugs?

Spark plugs are threaded into the engine’s cylinder head(s). Most cars have one plug per cylinder, so a four-cylinder engine will have four plugs, a six-cylinder engine will have six plugs, and so forth. The mechanic will:

  • Have the correct spark plugs on hand for your vehicle
  • Pull any diagnostic trouble codes that may be related to worn spark plugs.
  • Remove the original spark plugs and look at removed spark plugs for any clues indicating engine mis-operation exists; such as oil burning, excessively rich mixture, pre-ignition damage etc. Inform owner of any found unusual conditions.
  • Install new plugs using a torque wrench.
  • Finally, a road test of the vehicle to confirm normal operation.

Is it safe to drive with worn spark plugs?

Yes, but spark plugs that are worn enough to cause engine-misfiring have the potential to cause engine damage and overheating of the catalytic converter. Regardless of the age of the plugs, or mileage, if the engine misfires or runs poorly, the plugs should be inspected for defects. Generally, spark plug failure will not keep the engine from running, but in cases of extreme wear, you may experience a limitation in the speed at which you can drive the car. If the maintenance schedule says the plugs should be replaced, it is best to do so promptly.

When having spark plugs replaced keep in mind:

  • High-speed driving may accelerate spark plug wear. Consider earlier than required inspection and tune-up if you operate the car in severe conditions.
  • Plugs should always be promptly replaced per the manufacturer maintenance schedule even if they appear to be working perfectly.
  • If your vehicle is equipped with spark plug wires (as opposed to a coil-on-plug system), the wires should be replaced at the same time. This may increase the cost of your repair.
  • It is possible that when doing a spark plug replacement, your vehicle may also need additional parts like ignition coils, this will add to the repair cost.
  • Some engines require that the intake manifold be removed while replacing spark plugs. This may increase the parts and labor cost for the repair.
  • Leaking valve cover gaskets, which have let oil get in contact with the spark plugs, coils or wires, may be the cause of ignition system issues. Valve cover gaskets will need to be replaced in addition to the spark plugs, wires or coils. This will add to the repair cost.

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

(25)

Rating Summary
22
1
0
2
0
22
1
0
2
0

Matthew

34 years of experience
1438 reviews
Matthew
34 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz S320 L6-3.2L - Oxygen Sensor Replacement (Front/Upper/Upstream) - Newport News, Virginia
Matt is the man! I appreciate every time he arrives. Best mechanic in this lifetime!

Raul

35 years of experience
285 reviews
Raul
35 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz S320 L6-3.2L - Trunk Latch Adjustment - Berkeley, California
=

Attila

20 years of experience
1104 reviews
Attila
20 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz S320 L6-3.2L - Coolant is leaking - Florham Park, New Jersey
Always professional and honest

Attila

20 years of experience
1104 reviews
Attila
20 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz S320 L6-3.2L - Check Electrical Equipment - Florham Park, New Jersey
Excellent

Excellent Rating

(25)

Rating Summary
22
1
0
2
0
22
1
0
2
0
Number of Mercedes-Benz S320 services completed
275+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Mercedes-Benz MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Insurance Requirements for Car Registration in Idaho
The The state of Idaho requires that all drivers carry certain types of automotive insurance, or “financial responsibility,” in order to operate a vehicle legally. This is required whether the vehicle is registered or not. The minimum liability insurance required...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible
The The 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible offers lots of head room while providing both a fun riding and driving experience. There are many personalization options, so you can make the convertible your own unique vehicle. For example, contrasting piping and...
P2251 OBD-II Trouble Code: O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1
P2251 P2251 code definition O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1 What the P2251 code means P2251 is an OBD-II generic code. The engine control module (ECM) monitors the negative current control of the O2 sensor heater...

Switch to Manual mode, but gears don't seem to change any more in that mode

This is an internal problem with the shift switch on the transmission selector. The transmission would need to be tested to see if it is a defective selector switch or a transmission valve body problem. The system would need to...

Brake pads, rotors, and maybe a scam?

This is a classic situation that leads a customer to feel like they're getting a raw deal. The honest truth is most of the time a mechanic isn't attempting to scam you. I have worked in the field for over...

Blower motor whine

Hello, thank you for writing in. If it is an aftermarket blower motor, as opposed to an OEM original dealer part, that might account for the noise. That would be my first suspicion, especially if you are sure you have...

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 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com