Can a Mercedes 300TD have hydraulic self leveling?
In all my years of working on old Mercedes diesels, I have never come across a 300TD wagon that I consider to have had proper and careful maintenance done on the hydraulic self leveling suspension system.
Can a 300TD wagon be replaced with regular Springs?
If you feel you have to have a 300TD wagon and do not want to repair or maintain the SLS, then I would recommend you sell it and get a sedan instead. It is possible to remove the hydraulic suspension and replace it with regular springs and standard shock absorbers.
Do you need a SLS system for a station wagon?
The SLS system is an amazing piece of engineering and when working properly, it can give amazing performance for a heavily loaded station wagon – and we all know they tend to get overloaded! If you feel you have to have a 300TD wagon and do not want to repair or maintain the SLS, then I would recommend you sell it and get a sedan instead.
Is it possible to remove hydraulic suspension from SLS?
It is possible to remove the hydraulic suspension and replace it with regular springs and standard shock absorbers. Granted it is a cheap alternative the a full overhaul of the SLS system, but most who have tried this have not been happy with the conversion over the long haul.
In all my years of working on old Mercedes diesels, I have never come across a 300TD wagon that I consider to have had proper and careful maintenance done on the hydraulic self leveling suspension system.
If you feel you have to have a 300TD wagon and do not want to repair or maintain the SLS, then I would recommend you sell it and get a sedan instead. It is possible to remove the hydraulic suspension and replace it with regular springs and standard shock absorbers.
How does the Mercedes Benz SLS system work?
The SLS maintains height when loaded by pressurizing the system which lifts the rear. The springs, struts, and accumulators work together to dampen road bumps. The system is made up of several parts; here are the main components and what they do.
The SLS system is an amazing piece of engineering and when working properly, it can give amazing performance for a heavily loaded station wagon – and we all know they tend to get overloaded! If you feel you have to have a 300TD wagon and do not want to repair or maintain the SLS, then I would recommend you sell it and get a sedan instead.
Can a hydraulic self leveling wagon be repaired?
If your pump has not been run dry of fluid, it can be removed, opened up and resealed. If the pump is badly scored internally it can not be repaired. Before you start throwing money at replacing the SLS components it is very important to determine the unloaded right height of the wagon.
Is there a problem with SLS self leveling?
Our guide Self Leveling Suspension Theory, Troubleshooting and Maintenance will walk you through how it all works, how to troubleshooting system malfunctions, common failure points, and routine maintenance and adjustment. The SLS engine driven pump can leak both internally and externally.
Why is my hydraulic fluid blackened on my Mercedes 6.9?
On any hydraulic SLS Mercedes ( includes 6.9, 300TD wagon, 190E 16V, 300TE, 560SEL and other grey market models) blackened hydraulic fluid is a sure sign that the inside of the hoses on the suspension system are rotting internally. Let me tell you, the old hydraulic fluid in my 6.9 was not a pretty sight.
Why are the hydraulic hoses on my Mercedes SLS turning black?
This is a common problem with this type of 20 plus year old hose. On any hydraulic SLS Mercedes ( includes 6.9, 300TD wagon, 190E 16V, 300TE, 560SEL and other grey market models) blackened hydraulic fluid is a sure sign that the inside of the hoses on the suspension system are rotting internally.
Can a hydraulic hose be replaced on a Mercedes?
May work for hose replacement on other models. Please read details below. If you own a 123 wagon or other Mercedes with self-leveling suspension, you will be faced someday with having to replace the main high-pressure hydraulic hose that goes from the engine-driven pump to a metal line fitting routed back to the rear suspension.
On any hydraulic SLS Mercedes ( includes 6.9, 300TD wagon, 190E 16V, 300TE, 560SEL and other grey market models) blackened hydraulic fluid is a sure sign that the inside of the hoses on the suspension system are rotting internally. Let me tell you, the old hydraulic fluid in my 6.9 was not a pretty sight.
This is a common problem with this type of 20 plus year old hose. On any hydraulic SLS Mercedes ( includes 6.9, 300TD wagon, 190E 16V, 300TE, 560SEL and other grey market models) blackened hydraulic fluid is a sure sign that the inside of the hoses on the suspension system are rotting internally.
May work for hose replacement on other models. Please read details below. If you own a 123 wagon or other Mercedes with self-leveling suspension, you will be faced someday with having to replace the main high-pressure hydraulic hose that goes from the engine-driven pump to a metal line fitting routed back to the rear suspension.
It is possible to remove the hydraulic suspension and replace it with regular springs and standard shock absorbers. Granted it is a cheap alternative the a full overhaul of the SLS system, but most who have tried this have not been happy with the conversion over the long haul.