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Just wondered if you could add me to the group. Just bought a 2004 600 on 60K miles. Awesome condition.
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Most certainly, you have a splendid looking car & it's a pleasure to welcome you.
A low mileage example but I would still suggest that you change the ABC fluid &filter at your first convenience (Unless
You have evidence it has already been done) it's well worth the effort & will pay dividends in it's later life If you turn back to page 11 here in the register thread you will learn in the SNIPPETS section the reasoning for my suggestion.
It would be of interest to us all if you could post some background on the car please.
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A low mileage example but I would still suggest that you change the ABC fluid &filter at your first convenience (Unless
You have evidence it has already been done) it's well worth the effort & will pay dividends in it's later life If you turn back to page 11 here in the register thread you will learn in the SNIPPETS section the reasoning for my suggestion.
It would be of interest to us all if you could post some background on the car please.
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This is the email I received before I parted with any money.
Current mileage: 60149
MOT expires: 13.09.2022
4 keepers
07.05.2004 1st keeper
18.04.2008 2nd keeper
27.01.2018 3rd keeper
03.10.2018 4th keeper
2 keys, book pack, service book and manuals
5.5 litre twin turbocharged V12 making 500 bhp and 800 Nm torque
5 speed auto
Top speed: Limited to 155 mph (192 mph)
0-62 mph: 4.8 seconds
ABC (Active Body Control)
Cubanite silver metallic (723U)
Alpaca grey Exclusive leather (578A)
284 Selector lever, wood
289 Wood/leather steering wheel
354 Antenna for telephone
390 Linguatronic
401 Deluxe front seats with ventilation and heating
404 Multi contour seat, front left
405 Multi contour seat, front right
435 Head restraints, rear, pneumatic folding up/down
443 Heated steering wheel
527 COMAND DVD aps with navigation
540 Roller blind, electric, for rear window
570A Exclusive leather trim
578A Leather Exclusive Alpaca grey
608 LA 5 hole hollow spoke wheels - now on 19 inch AMG Style III alloys
618 Bi Xenon headlamps
723U Cubanite silver metallic
731 Wood trim burr walnut root
810 Sound system
819 CD changer
854 Telephone ‘cell phone’ Nokia 6210
860 TV tuner analogue
875 Heated screenwash system
881 Remote trunk locking
889 Keyless Go
WEBSITE ADVERT TEXT
Elegant, majestic and outrageously quick.
A Mercedes Benz CL600 offers supercar performance whilst, in a subtle grand coupe guise, cossets its occupants in absolute luxury.
Powered by a 5.5 litre twin turbocharged V12, producing 500 bhp and 800 Nm of torque, with a sub five second 0-62 mph sprint time.
Revered for its ‘magic carpet’ handling, MB’s clever Active Body Control (ABC) system virtually eliminates body roll when cornering and braking.
The 2nd Generation C215 Bi Turbo variants were not produced in large numbers, with 2,255 produced worldwide between 2002 and 2005, with figures suggesting just over 400 came to the UK.
This 2004 example was supplied by Mercedes Benz of Lakeside in Essex and was delivered with a fabulous specification and a price tag north of £100k:
Bi Xenon headlights, Parktronic (front and rear), folding exterior mirrors and dual chrome exhaust tips.
4 keepers from new, this CL comes with 2 keys, the original book pack with service book (8 stamps), handbooks and a large folder of maintenance invoices and receipts, plus MOT certificates.
The ABC system in general
Mercedes Benz installed a special active suspension in their top model cars, starting with the 1st generation ABC systems in 1999 with the C215 CL-Class, W220 S-Class top models S500, S55 and S600 and R230 SL-Class. The hydraulic driven variant of this active suspension is called ABC or Active Body Control. It works very different then Airmatic suspension which is a type of air suspension. If ABC suspension is installed can easily be checked under the bonnet and examining the top of the struts. ABC struts will have black plugs for electronic signals attached to the strut as in an Airmatic system a transparent air line is connected. ABC is designed to control body vibrations in the frequency range up to 5 Hz – the kind of vibrations typically caused by uneven road surfaces or by braking and cornering. To control the higher-frequency wheel vibrations, passive gas-pressure shock absorbers and coil springs are used in the shock absorbers. ABC virtually eliminates body movements when moving off from rest, when cornering and when braking. There are also safety advantages in high-speed evasive manoeuvres compared with cars with conventional suspension systems. Furthermore the ABC system is able to correct body movements for side winds when travelling with speeds above 80 km/h. The ABC system also features a self-levelling suspension, which raises or lowers the vehicle in response to changing load (for example loading or unloading of passengers or cargo). The ABC system features a height adjustable suspension, which lowers the vehicle up to eleven millimeters between the speeds of 60 km/h and 160 km/h for better aerodynamics, fuel consumption, and handling. Also the driver is able to raise the suspension in 2 steps by 45 millimetres at the touch of a button, for example when travelling on poor roads which make a higher ground clearance advisable. With the “ABC Sport” button the driver is able to adjust the suspension for different driving style preferences. When travelling at high speed in Sport mode, ABC automatically lowers the suspension by up to another ten millimetres to reduce aerodynamic drag and lower the fuel consumption.
As you’d hope, supremely comfortable, fast and able – and all in a subtle kind of way. The V12 having been conceived for the annihilation of unrestricted autobahns, in which mode it can doubtless outpace a light plane.
Ref 28 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 600 Bi-Turbo Coupé
Auction advert:
The CL-Class is the coupé derivative of the S-Class luxury saloon with the V8 and V12 coupés called the 500 SEC and 600 SEC respectively. In 1994, the model names were changed to the S500 Coupé and the S600. Without venturing into the AMG range, the new CL offered the most powerful of all models, the 5.5 litre, V12, bi-turbo CL600. If you want the best, this is it.
It introduced the refined active body control; fully active suspension and bi-xenon HID lights. The ABS system is hellishly complex but, using suspension rams, regulators and enough computer technology to power the space shuttle; it keeps this car absolutely flat through the corners.
Aside from the tech under the bonnet, the main focus is on customer comfort; climate control, TV, heated and cooled (and massaging) seats, powered door and boot closing, heated steering wheel and plumbed in telephony. In 2003, the CL 600 had two turbochargers added but still achieved, almost effortlessly, ghost-like quietness.
Originally acquired new in 2004 by Mr. Martin Pollins, it was looked after by Mercedes-Benz with invoices to show. Later, in 2008, it passed to Ray Stamp with regular visits to Mercedes-Benz specialists for servicing and repairs when required. Mr. Stamp used and enjoyed this luxurious motorcar right up until this year. If you can find one of these cars, the prices vary but with good examples, like this one, often exceeding the estimate show here today.
I have driven this CL600 as I was curious to acquaint myself with them, It does drive very well but would benefit from some new tyres to accompany the luxurious ride quality.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you wish to purchase this lovely V12.
Current mileage: 60149
MOT expires: 13.09.2022
4 keepers
07.05.2004 1st keeper
18.04.2008 2nd keeper
27.01.2018 3rd keeper
03.10.2018 4th keeper
2 keys, book pack, service book and manuals
5.5 litre twin turbocharged V12 making 500 bhp and 800 Nm torque
5 speed auto
Top speed: Limited to 155 mph (192 mph)
0-62 mph: 4.8 seconds
ABC (Active Body Control)
Cubanite silver metallic (723U)
Alpaca grey Exclusive leather (578A)
284 Selector lever, wood
289 Wood/leather steering wheel
354 Antenna for telephone
390 Linguatronic
401 Deluxe front seats with ventilation and heating
404 Multi contour seat, front left
405 Multi contour seat, front right
435 Head restraints, rear, pneumatic folding up/down
443 Heated steering wheel
527 COMAND DVD aps with navigation
540 Roller blind, electric, for rear window
570A Exclusive leather trim
578A Leather Exclusive Alpaca grey
608 LA 5 hole hollow spoke wheels - now on 19 inch AMG Style III alloys
618 Bi Xenon headlamps
723U Cubanite silver metallic
731 Wood trim burr walnut root
810 Sound system
819 CD changer
854 Telephone ‘cell phone’ Nokia 6210
860 TV tuner analogue
875 Heated screenwash system
881 Remote trunk locking
889 Keyless Go
| 07.05.2004 | Delivery | Mercedes Benz of Lakeside, Essex | |
| 07.05.2004 | 1st registered as: EJ04 YBY | ||
| 07.05.2004 | 1st keeper | ||
| 12.06.2004 | Registered as: MY04 PRB | ||
| 22.07.2005 | 9700 miles | Service A Engine oil | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick |
| 30.03.2007 | 13875 miles | Service B Engine oil Brake fluid change | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick |
| 30.03.2007 | 13890 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 07.04.2008 | 19166 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 18.04.2008 | 2nd keeper | ||
| 21.04.2008 | Registered as: RAY 600 | ||
| 28.05.2008 | Refurbish 4 x alloy wheels | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey | |
| 14.08.2008 | 21546 miles | Renew spark plugs (and gaskets) (not stamped in service book) | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick |
| 25.11.2008 | Renew battery | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey | |
| 30.03.2009 | 25217 miles | Service A Engine oil Fuel filter Charcoal filter Air filter Renew V belt tensioner Renew hydraulic line for ABC system Renew ball joints (not specified which ones) | Tony Purslow Ltd, Mercedes Benz Official Workshop, Hampshire |
| 01.04.2009 | 25217 miles | MOT | Guildford |
| 16.04.2009 | 25455 miles | MOT | Guildford |
| 19.05.2009 | Renew 1 x OS 19 inch AMG alloy wheel | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey | |
| 03.08.2009 | 28275 miles | Investigate SRS warning light Renew connectors and wiring to NSF seat recognition pad | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick |
| 27.10.2009 | 29650 miles | Renew 4 x tyres (Dunlop) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey |
| 23.03.2010 | 30898 miles | MOT | Guildford |
| 29.09.2010 | 33830 miles | Carry out ‘Peace of Mind’ inspection | Mercedes Benz of Guildford |
| 17.11.2010 | 34543 miles | Renew PAS/ABC pump Bleed system | Mercedes Benz of Brighton |
| 11.02.2011 | Renew battery | Halfords, Horsham | |
| 12.02.2011 | 35455 miles | Carry out Star System diagnostic test for SRS light Reset fault codes | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick |
| 15.03.2011 | 35670 miles | Renew 2 x front tyres (Kumho) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey |
| 26.03.2011 | 35788 miles | Service B Engine oil Brake fluid change V belt | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 30.03.2011 | 35811 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 19.09.2011 | 37879 miles | Renew 2 x rear tyres (Kumho) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey |
| 01.04.2012 | 40041 miles | Service A Engine oil | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 05.04.2012 | 40083 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 30.04.2012 | Invoice for: Boost pressure MAP sensor | Mercedes Benz of Gatwick | |
| 02.04.2013 | 44544 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 18.04.2013 | 44900 miles | Renew 2 x front tyres (Kumho) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey |
| 31.01.2014 | 48900 miles | Renew 2 x rear tyres (Kumho) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey |
| 08.03.2014 | 49054 miles | Service B Engine oil Rectify wiring fault within OS door panel (affecting operation of exterior mirrors, OSF window, OSF seat) | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 25.03.2014 | 49199 miles | Renew NSF control arm | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 26.03.2014 | 49228 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 18.03.2015 | 51427 miles | MOT | Horsham |
| 04.05.2015 | 51725 miles | Renew ABC pipework | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 07.01.2016 | 53271 miles | Service B Engine oil Air filter Brake fluid change Renew front brake pads | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 29.03.2016 | 53634 miles | MOT | Horsham |
| 11.01.2017 | Refurbish 2 x AMG 5 spoke alloy wheels Weld 2 x alloy wheels Straighten 2 x alloy wheels Renew 2 x rear tyres (Maxxis) | Total Tyres and Exhaust, Surrey | |
| 25.01.2017 | Renew battery | Halfords, Horsham | |
| 03.04.2017 | 55939 miles | MOT | Crawley |
| 11.05.2017 | 56137 miles | Renew OSF headlamp control unit Renew rear brake pads | Avant Garde, MB Specialist |
| 27.09.2017 | Repair and powder coat 2 x AMG 5 spoke alloy wheels (straighten one of them) | Wicked Wheels, Sussex | |
| 07.12.2017 | Invoice for: Wing mirror indicator lens (right) | Mercedes Benz of Newcastle upon Tyne | |
| 24.01.2018 | Registered as: MY04 PRB | ||
| 27.01.2018 | 3rd keeper | ||
| 11.08.2018 | 57794 miles | MOT | Horsham |
| 03.10.2018 | 4th keeper | ||
| 15.11.2018 | 58088 miles | Service B Engine oil Fuel filter Pollen filter Spark plugs Brake fluid change Transmission oil change | Fleet Road Garage, Lincs |
| 23.08.2019 | 59173 miles | MOT | Spalding |
| 15.10.2019 | 59299 miles | Service A Engine oil | Fleet Road Garage, Lincs |
| 14.09.2020 | 59778 miles | MOT | Boston |
| 07.09.2021 | 60023 miles | MOT | Northampton |
| 29.09.2021 | 60059 miles | Rectify electric tailgate closure fault (renew electric cable retractor?) | Mercedes Benz of Northampton |
WEBSITE ADVERT TEXT
Elegant, majestic and outrageously quick.
A Mercedes Benz CL600 offers supercar performance whilst, in a subtle grand coupe guise, cossets its occupants in absolute luxury.
Powered by a 5.5 litre twin turbocharged V12, producing 500 bhp and 800 Nm of torque, with a sub five second 0-62 mph sprint time.
Revered for its ‘magic carpet’ handling, MB’s clever Active Body Control (ABC) system virtually eliminates body roll when cornering and braking.
The 2nd Generation C215 Bi Turbo variants were not produced in large numbers, with 2,255 produced worldwide between 2002 and 2005, with figures suggesting just over 400 came to the UK.
This 2004 example was supplied by Mercedes Benz of Lakeside in Essex and was delivered with a fabulous specification and a price tag north of £100k:
- Alpaca grey ‘Exclusive’ leather interior.
- Heated steering wheel in leather and burr walnut.
- Leather and burr walnut gear selector with ‘Keyless Go’ button.
- Electrically adjustable, multi contour front seats, heated and ventilated with additional ‘Pulse’ massage feature.
- MB COMAND system with Linguatronic, navigation and telephone modules, TV tuner, CD changer and BOSE Sound System.
- Electric rear roller blind and pneumatically controlled rear head restraints.
- Remote boot opening and closing.
- Ultrasuede headlining.
- Double glazed front and rear windows.
- Plus a whole host of ‘standard’ luxurious equipment.
Bi Xenon headlights, Parktronic (front and rear), folding exterior mirrors and dual chrome exhaust tips.
4 keepers from new, this CL comes with 2 keys, the original book pack with service book (8 stamps), handbooks and a large folder of maintenance invoices and receipts, plus MOT certificates.
The ABC system in general
Mercedes Benz installed a special active suspension in their top model cars, starting with the 1st generation ABC systems in 1999 with the C215 CL-Class, W220 S-Class top models S500, S55 and S600 and R230 SL-Class. The hydraulic driven variant of this active suspension is called ABC or Active Body Control. It works very different then Airmatic suspension which is a type of air suspension. If ABC suspension is installed can easily be checked under the bonnet and examining the top of the struts. ABC struts will have black plugs for electronic signals attached to the strut as in an Airmatic system a transparent air line is connected. ABC is designed to control body vibrations in the frequency range up to 5 Hz – the kind of vibrations typically caused by uneven road surfaces or by braking and cornering. To control the higher-frequency wheel vibrations, passive gas-pressure shock absorbers and coil springs are used in the shock absorbers. ABC virtually eliminates body movements when moving off from rest, when cornering and when braking. There are also safety advantages in high-speed evasive manoeuvres compared with cars with conventional suspension systems. Furthermore the ABC system is able to correct body movements for side winds when travelling with speeds above 80 km/h. The ABC system also features a self-levelling suspension, which raises or lowers the vehicle in response to changing load (for example loading or unloading of passengers or cargo). The ABC system features a height adjustable suspension, which lowers the vehicle up to eleven millimeters between the speeds of 60 km/h and 160 km/h for better aerodynamics, fuel consumption, and handling. Also the driver is able to raise the suspension in 2 steps by 45 millimetres at the touch of a button, for example when travelling on poor roads which make a higher ground clearance advisable. With the “ABC Sport” button the driver is able to adjust the suspension for different driving style preferences. When travelling at high speed in Sport mode, ABC automatically lowers the suspension by up to another ten millimetres to reduce aerodynamic drag and lower the fuel consumption.
As you’d hope, supremely comfortable, fast and able – and all in a subtle kind of way. The V12 having been conceived for the annihilation of unrestricted autobahns, in which mode it can doubtless outpace a light plane.
Ref 28 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 600 Bi-Turbo Coupé
Auction advert:
The CL-Class is the coupé derivative of the S-Class luxury saloon with the V8 and V12 coupés called the 500 SEC and 600 SEC respectively. In 1994, the model names were changed to the S500 Coupé and the S600. Without venturing into the AMG range, the new CL offered the most powerful of all models, the 5.5 litre, V12, bi-turbo CL600. If you want the best, this is it.
It introduced the refined active body control; fully active suspension and bi-xenon HID lights. The ABS system is hellishly complex but, using suspension rams, regulators and enough computer technology to power the space shuttle; it keeps this car absolutely flat through the corners.
Aside from the tech under the bonnet, the main focus is on customer comfort; climate control, TV, heated and cooled (and massaging) seats, powered door and boot closing, heated steering wheel and plumbed in telephony. In 2003, the CL 600 had two turbochargers added but still achieved, almost effortlessly, ghost-like quietness.
Originally acquired new in 2004 by Mr. Martin Pollins, it was looked after by Mercedes-Benz with invoices to show. Later, in 2008, it passed to Ray Stamp with regular visits to Mercedes-Benz specialists for servicing and repairs when required. Mr. Stamp used and enjoyed this luxurious motorcar right up until this year. If you can find one of these cars, the prices vary but with good examples, like this one, often exceeding the estimate show here today.
I have driven this CL600 as I was curious to acquaint myself with them, It does drive very well but would benefit from some new tyres to accompany the luxurious ride quality.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you wish to purchase this lovely V12.
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Thank you , That really is a comprehensive history !
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Looking at it again, the ABC pump was changed very early.....I wonder why ? Otherwise, to my eyes, a very well
maintained car. You must be very pleased. Will you keep the 19 inch wheels ?
maintained car. You must be very pleased. Will you keep the 19 inch wheels ?
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@ 100%Bitch (Helen ?)
Reading through again ! I was taken by the in depth description of the 215 Cl car as against the usual. screed and
then I learnt where you purchased it !!!.
That is 100% desirable car, congratulations & very well done too !
I am going to include the seller's description in SNIPPETS later.
Reading through again ! I was taken by the in depth description of the 215 Cl car as against the usual. screed and
then I learnt where you purchased it !!!.
That is 100% desirable car, congratulations & very well done too !
I am going to include the seller's description in SNIPPETS later.
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Wow some History. I love the Cubanite Silver,very rare. enjoy 
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I quite like the 19s and I really want to keep it as delivered.
Hi Helen, good to see you, it's been a while
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Hi Sarah, I pop in now and again. It has been rather a long while I have to admit.
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Can you make Olly's BOTG GTG ?
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Not this time.
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ACTION TO TAKE AFTER ABC WARNING.
Blue or White warning .. A blue or white error message is considered a warning. The control module has detected a problem but the system is still functional
.Drive Carefully" is a warning message saying the system is not operating at 100%.
Low pressure is the most common cause.so check the fluid level.
( Intermittent sensor glitches can also cause it to appear momentarily.)
"Visit Workshop" is more severe. It indicates a component has failed and is in need of repair. probably the pump causing system low pressure.
If an ABC error message comes on the dash for the first time totally unexpected & stays on (and you are not running with a related known issue) , you should pull over immediately and shut off the engine. Seconds count.
Check the fluid reservoir and make sure there is ample fluid present.
If there isn`t, do not attempt to start the car until you have added fluid back
There will most probably be a system leak & if the pump is allowed to run dry (even briefly) it will be destroyed,shedding metallic debris & progressively damaging the other system components
Don't even think about trying to make it home without fluid.
The reservoir dipstick has two marks. The upper one is when the engine is off. The lower one is for when the engine is running. It takes 5-10 minutes for the system to depressurize and the fluid to return back to the reservoir when the engine is shut off. Be sure to wait before checking the fluid level. Fresh fluid is clear with a green tint. If it has become brown or black, you should replace. Contamination is extremely hard on hydraulic o-rings and seals and pumps and will lead
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Should the ride height of any of the 4 corners of the car drop to an unacceptable level, the ABC system will display a "Too Low" warning.
Typical situations where this message may occur are:-
( 1) the car has sagged while parked and the height is below the minimum level.
Pressing the ride height button should raise the vehicle and clear this
(2) When cornering or braking hard, the message may appear briefly which indicates the system is having trouble keeping up with demand (low pump pressure or failed accumulators the typical cause), and(
( 3) The message comes on and stays, indicating some sort of leak or valve block failure or other component failure is preventing the corner of the car from being raised back up to an acceptable level. You should pull over or risk the tyres coming into contact with the wheel linings or wing
It is better to deal with the inconvenience of having the car towed rather than incur expensive repairs to the car.
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Blue or White warning .. A blue or white error message is considered a warning. The control module has detected a problem but the system is still functional
.Drive Carefully" is a warning message saying the system is not operating at 100%.
Low pressure is the most common cause.so check the fluid level.
( Intermittent sensor glitches can also cause it to appear momentarily.)
"Visit Workshop" is more severe. It indicates a component has failed and is in need of repair. probably the pump causing system low pressure.
If an ABC error message comes on the dash for the first time totally unexpected & stays on (and you are not running with a related known issue) , you should pull over immediately and shut off the engine. Seconds count.
Check the fluid reservoir and make sure there is ample fluid present.
If there isn`t, do not attempt to start the car until you have added fluid back
There will most probably be a system leak & if the pump is allowed to run dry (even briefly) it will be destroyed,shedding metallic debris & progressively damaging the other system components
Don't even think about trying to make it home without fluid.
The reservoir dipstick has two marks. The upper one is when the engine is off. The lower one is for when the engine is running. It takes 5-10 minutes for the system to depressurize and the fluid to return back to the reservoir when the engine is shut off. Be sure to wait before checking the fluid level. Fresh fluid is clear with a green tint. If it has become brown or black, you should replace. Contamination is extremely hard on hydraulic o-rings and seals and pumps and will lead
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Should the ride height of any of the 4 corners of the car drop to an unacceptable level, the ABC system will display a "Too Low" warning.
Typical situations where this message may occur are:-
( 1) the car has sagged while parked and the height is below the minimum level.
Pressing the ride height button should raise the vehicle and clear this
(2) When cornering or braking hard, the message may appear briefly which indicates the system is having trouble keeping up with demand (low pump pressure or failed accumulators the typical cause), and(
( 3) The message comes on and stays, indicating some sort of leak or valve block failure or other component failure is preventing the corner of the car from being raised back up to an acceptable level. You should pull over or risk the tyres coming into contact with the wheel linings or wing
It is better to deal with the inconvenience of having the car towed rather than incur expensive repairs to the car.
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I think they are the nicest wheels for the car, but then they are the same as mine!
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...and mine.
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Yes, I know, replying to a 2 year old post but...the dust covers are available now. And, splits, ot indeed completely missing items are not an MOT failure...ask me how I know.
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Thanks for the Snippet update, I bought Chinese items which are on the car now. Are there others now ?
Just to advise newer members Renaul 12ts has had his car for 6 years with 164000 miles on it & very few problems.
Just to advise newer members Renaul 12ts has had his car for 6 years with 164000 miles on it & very few problems.