I have a month to look for a mechanic. Does anybody out there know one in the San Gabriel Valley/ Los Angeles area? I called the closest MB dealer early this year and you'd think I asked them to drive me to Mars from the response I got. I do get attached to my vehicles and like to keep them for a long time (and trouble free). Celica (130,000mi,) Montero (120,000+), Explorer - going on 150,000. With your advice, I hope to keep my track record. Thanks!!!