CL-Class (W215) 2000-2006: CL 500, CL 600

flushing abc and changing filter?

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Old Jul 3, 2007 | 02:50 AM
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flushing abc and changing filter?

i want to flush out my abc system and replace the filter has anyone done this?
i have on 02 CL500
any instruction and tips would be greatly appreciated...also what type of fluid does it take?



thanks!
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Old Jul 3, 2007 | 11:11 AM
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I'd also be interested in an answer on this topic.
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Old Jul 3, 2007 | 08:25 PM
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My service manual said that the system does not require service. Btw, there's a recall on the ABC high pressure hose for all W215 CL. Just got my done today.
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 10:35 PM
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Guys,make sure you get this recall taken care of ASAP. I had an 02' CL 500, it was giving me all sorts of issues with ABC. The techicians did everything from ABC pump replacement to flushing it twice, but the ABC malfunction issue occurred almost on a weekly basis and I am very careful/conversative driver. Anyhow, I had to get rid of it, b/c I didn't have the time or patience to deal it the issues. I hope you guys can sort of the ABC quirks. All the best.
if you need specific info., contact me, I have had my fair share of ABC problems with my CL500.
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Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
MERCEDES BENZ / CL CLASS 2000-2004

MERCEDES BENZ / S CLASS 2000-2004

Manufacturer : MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 07V263000 Mfr's Report Date : JUN 07, 2007
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 19924
Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, CORROSION MAY OCCUR IN THE INNER STEEL PORTIONS OF THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL'S (ABC) HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE DUE TO EXTENSIVE EXPOSURE TO HUMIDITY CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE HOSE.
Consequence:
THIS MAY RESULT IN ABC HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKAGE NEAR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. LEAKING FLUID MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE COMPONENTS AND LEAD TO A POSSIBLE FIRE.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW CORROSION RESISTANT ABC HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.
Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ RECALL NO. 207060002. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
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