SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: '03 SL55 AMG suspension
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2003 SL55 AMG
'03 SL55 AMG suspension
I recently began getting an ABC warning light..1st in amber telling me to go to workshop and sometimes it goes to red if I encounter a big bump. Mechanic ran a diagnostic and tells me that there are two pumps. An air pump that adjusts ride height (that seems to work fine) and a hydraulic tandem suspension/power steering pump. He believes it has failed..says last time he checked it was about 2 grand. Seems there are a lot of horror stories related to suspension on these cars. I plan to keep it long term (it replaced a 300ZX conv after 17 years). I seem to remember reading about an aftermarket replacement that would be more reliable ? What are my options ? Any input or suggestions would be appreciated. I live in the Greeenville, SC/Johnson city, TN area if anyone knows of a reputable/knowledgeable shop in the area. Thanks !!
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2003 SL55 AMG, 1989 348 Challenge, 1987 Testarossa, 1992 F40, 1989 Mondial t cab, 2001 X5 4.4 Sport
I recently began getting an ABC warning light..1st in amber telling me to go to workshop and sometimes it goes to red if I encounter a big bump. Mechanic ran a diagnostic and tells me that there are two pumps. An air pump that adjusts ride height (that seems to work fine) and a hydraulic tandem suspension/power steering pump. He believes it has failed..says last time he checked it was about 2 grand. Seems there are a lot of horror stories related to suspension on these cars. I plan to keep it long term (it replaced a 300ZX conv after 17 years). I seem to remember reading about an aftermarket replacement that would be more reliable ? What are my options ? Any input or suggestions would be appreciated. I live in the Greeenville, SC/Johnson city, TN area if anyone knows of a reputable/knowledgeable shop in the area. Thanks !!
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