ABC front Strut sticky w215 CL600

[helgi33]

Hi all

I suspect I might have a problem with my left front ABC strut.. it seems occationally that front left end of car is bit lower then rest and when started it will raise up a bit to normal position and have also occasional problem when riding hard through turns that left front wheel seems to start to scrape the wheel well or similar... like the front left strut sinks all the way down..

I havent donr major search on this site.. but seems most problems with ABC seem to be with the pump. In my case the pump is fine but I suspect the left front strut might have internal leak or or get occasionally stuck/sticky in compressed position for just a second or two..

I would be grateful if anyone can shed a light on this for me.. if this is known problem, if it might be something else thean the strut or if the strut then is the strut repairable and if not how much it costs to replace it...

 

[karozza]

Have you checked for any leaks under that strut??

 

[lexman8]

Have you checked the ABC fluid level in the reservoir? There are 2 sets of marks, one for engine on and one for engine off. You need to check both.

It could be a problem with the front valve block or a sensor.

The struts cannot be repaired. A new one from MB will be about £1,000 plus fitting. You can also get reconditioned ones from third parties for about £500.