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I need more space so I'm considering an ML. Now I've had both the OM642 and M113 engines in other models, both old so they had their issues. I think I was particularly unlucky with my OM642, I liked how it performed but all the usuals went wrong. Turbo, EGR, Swirl and oil cooler seals in a...

Anyone want a very nice 2005 (30th December) CL500 with 1 year mot, lots and lots of receipts. Bose, AMG staggered 19's with goodyears, excellent condition including history and manual. Just spent £1350 on a gearbox service and new electroplate. ABC all working and serviced this year. Recent oil...

Well my 2005 cl500 goes for MOT tomorrow then in to AMF next week for a gearbox repair, all being well I'll treat to an oil change after with mercedes oil and a Mann filter. Enjoying the car a lot and so far maintenance has been roughly what I anticipated on an old and complex car. Still haven't...

I'm looking to buy 10l of MB oil but hate eBay. Any recommendations for a sensibly priced source? 5w40 or 5w30 Thanks

I would like to run 12 volts switched from the ignition to the centre console, I can use the cigar lighter but ideally want to hide any wires. Any simple not ripping out parts ideas appreciated ! I have a 2005 which has the Bluetooth module in the centre console so assume there is power...

As I slowly keep up with the CL500 and its reliability another odd issue. At around 1200rpm there is a distinct whistle noise from the engine, pretty sure its a vacuum leak, changed the belt and all pulleys are fine. Before I investigate further is this a known common one that's easy to spot...

I did a 350 mile trip yesterday in my 05 CL500, all good except about halfway I stopped for an hour and after pulling away it slipped badly in all gears, felt like a clutch slip or when an auto dumps its oil. I switched off, sulked and prepared for the AA trip of doom...restarted all fine, in...

My CL500 had a little rattle at the front at first I thought loose fixing and checked what I could. Then I feared timing chain, a pulley, tensioner or maybe the dreaded ABC pump. It got louder so I had to start elimination, I removed the belt and checked all the pulleys but nothing conclusive...

My 2005 cl500 has no ABC faults and seems to have been well maintained. However one thing is niggling me, it sits higher on the drivers side quite noticeably. It all functions as it should and goes up the two levels. For now I have cycled the ride heights several times to hopefully unstick...

I have been quoted £300 by a specialust mercedes trained mechanic to supply and fit valve cover gaskets and replace breather pipes as they inevitably get damaged doing the job. Being new to the car I assume this is about right but would feel better if anyone confirmed. 2005 CL500 M113 engine...

When I start up the engine as expected idles high for maybe 30/45 secs but the fan is also on fast briefly. All becomes normal within a minute? Is this an issue or just "their all like that"! Thanks

I would like to lower my CL500 by I guess 20mm all round but I'd prefer it done via Star than lowering links. Anyone done this and can recommend where might do it and cost please Thanks

Two tabs are broken on the front engine cover so it rattles. Is there a known good fix (bodge) before I play with self tappers and cable ties! The main front one is fine and the two that push in to the rear cover...its the two vertical ones left and right Thanks

The pop out rotary knob on the left of the cluster on my 2005 CL500 is supposed to adjust brightness but doesn't, dash is way too bright, any ideas please. Thanks

I am very unpopular now I have discovered no rear isofix points, I assumed a 2005 high end car would have these. Is there an aftermarket solution? Thanks Ed

My 2005 cl500 has bose logos on the front door speakers, I am not convinced it has the bose upgrade, is there any other way to tell please? Thanks Ed

I think I need a battery, it's very cold but it's so slow to start. Is there a special procedure to avoid codes and retain settings please? Thanks Ed

Hello I wonder if anybody can recommend the best place / price to get pentosin chf 11s as I want to do an ABC flush. Thanks Ed

I've decided my CL500 is wonderful in every respect except its like a Prius engine had been put in it instead of a V8 noise wise. I know mercedes did all they could to get the comfort high and noise low but its my first V8 and I want to hear it. It seems a resonator delete will make it...

I'm looking to buy a CL500, I've done a fair bit of scaring myself online with ABC woes but wondered what the button does...is it just hard / soft option or is there more to it? Thanks Ed