How do you bleed a Mercedes ABC pump?
Detach the bottom section of the cartridge from the top (30 degrees anti-clockwise) and remove the old ABC fluid filter. DISCARD the 2 O-rings. Clean the cartridge sections, fit the NEW O-rings above and below the new ABC filter and reassemble the cartridge sections. Leave to one side as you will now bleed the system.
How do you check ABC fluid levels?
How to check Mercedes Hydraulic ABC Fluid Level
- Turn off the engine and locate the ABC reservoir in the engine bay.
- Remove the dipstick. The dipstick has two sides.
- Wipe off the dipstick.
- Fully reinsert the dipstick into the reservoir and pull it out.
- Read the level on the dipstick.
How do you remove an ABC pump from a Mercedes Benz?
Loosen the hose clamps from the 2 hoses where they go to the power steering reservoir and ABC reservoir, then pull the hoses from them. Remove the front 2 of the three 10mm bolts holding the reservoir assembly in the car, then loosen the 3rd nut that attaches the bracket to the strut tower.
When did the ABC system start on my Mercedes SL500?
In July of 2014, I purchased a used 2003 Mercedes SL500 with 80,000 miles on it. And within days the infamous “ABC Drive Carefully” message started appearing on the dash.
How long did it take to remove ABC pump?
Total time taken to remove and reinstall the pump was about 5 hours and 2 beers, including taking pics and notes. I spent another hour or so filling and bleeding the ABC and power steering.
What to do if Mercedes Benz ABC system is not working?
Take the car to the dealer or a workshop with a Mercedes STAR diagnostic system (SDS). If the problem is not leak related, then you will need the diagnostic codes to determine what component is having the problem. “Drive Carefully” or “Visit Workshop” comes on the dash and stays.
How much does a Mercedes power steering pump cost?
A new pump is $1360 from Genuine Mercedes and even a used specimen will fetch upwards of $700 at a junkyard. Luckily for you, once the conversion is completed there is no need for a tandem pump anymore. I sourced a power steering pump from a 2001 S500 without ABC for less than $100 (any year W220 without ABC should do it).
Loosen the hose clamps from the 2 hoses where they go to the power steering reservoir and ABC reservoir, then pull the hoses from them. Remove the front 2 of the three 10mm bolts holding the reservoir assembly in the car, then loosen the 3rd nut that attaches the bracket to the strut tower.
In July of 2014, I purchased a used 2003 Mercedes SL500 with 80,000 miles on it. And within days the infamous “ABC Drive Carefully” message started appearing on the dash.
How much does it cost to replace power steering struts?
VVK-USA offers a complete delete kit, including a new power steering pump, sway bars, and adjustable coil-overs for about $3900. Send Arnott your old struts for $300 ea (that’s $1200 for those without a calculator), so your net cost is $2700 (plus labor). Good advice.