Is the CL 500 an active body suspension?
Like any active suspension, the CL 500’s Active Body Control (ABC) is comprised of a network of moving parts, sensors and computers. And like any active suspension, this cluster of components is destined for eventual failure.
Are there any problems with the Mercedes CL500?
Keep track that the ABC fluid is good is another important issue with any ABC equipped Benz. These cars are heavy. Your going to burn through front pads and tires every 20,000. But my CL is a pleasure and has been very dependable car overall. My 2000 CL500 just hit 88]
How often should you change the oil on a Mercedes CL500?
1. Frequent Mobil 1 Synthetic Oil Services. 2. Change Transmission oil at around 75K or 5 years. 3. Always Keep clean air filters. 4. Keep good, mercedes brand belts on the car. 5. Align all 4 wheels immediately after tire replacement. 6. Brake fluid flush every 2 Years. 7. Cabin filters anually. 8. Keep sunroof track lubricated.
Why does my Mercedes CL 500 have a sagging rear end?
And like any active suspension, this cluster of components is destined for eventual failure. Even before Mercedes’ onboard monitoring system indicated a suspension failure, the signs are painfully obvious to CL 500 owners: A sagging rear end, nose diving when braking, that bouncy “settling” feeling when coming to a slow stop.
Do you have to have front suspension aligned after replacing struts?
Make sure to have the front-end suspension aligned after replacing struts. Regardless of what your local mechanic might tell you, anytime struts or a front-end suspension components is removed, having the suspension professionally aligned is a vital step.
How to get Mercedes CL 500 back on the road?
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Is it worth replacing all 4 struts on an SL?
Hence once it fails, if fails massively. Furthermore, replacing all 4 struts, pump, block and lines will not only exceed the cost of a used SL in today’s market, but it will inevitably also fail. Where do you get the conversion kit?