How do you prime a Mercedes ABC pump?
Put a few bar of air pressure into the ABC tank to prime the pump for 15 seconds or so. Keep an eye on the fluid level and top up as required to maintain the levels. Get the helper to cycle the ride height switch to make sure the car rises and lowers OK. This means the pump has successfully primed itself.
How much does it cost to replace tandem pump on Mercedes SL500?
Makes sense for the age of the car, just would like to know what the estimated cost should be for this work. For those told by dealer to replace the tandem pump, request dealer provide price for rebuilt pump, should be about $700 instead of $1,700.
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.
What should I do if my ABC pump stops working?
If so, do not start the car again until you have added more fluid and restored normal pump operation. If you attempt to drive the car without adequate fluid, the pump will be destroyed in very quick order (a $2,500 repair), while shedding metal debris into the system that will damage other components as well.
How much does it cost to replace front valve block on Mercedes SL500?
A dealer who is the oldest in it’s county. Well after their evaluation, I needed to replace the front valve block (which handles the left and right front suspension). The part alone is about $2100 and 8-10 hrs labor. Estimating around $4000 plus the 10-11 liters of Pentosin fluid. Another $380-$400.
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.
What should I use to replace my ABC pump?
Wash your hands or replace your gloves before reassembly, in order to reduce risk of contaminants getting into the ABC system during assembly. Reinstall the new pump in the reverse order of the steps above. I used Loctite and 25nm as the torque setting for all the etorx as I replaced them.
Makes sense for the age of the car, just would like to know what the estimated cost should be for this work. For those told by dealer to replace the tandem pump, request dealer provide price for rebuilt pump, should be about $700 instead of $1,700.
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.