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Re: Another ABC Fault - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Long-Term Road Test
@allthingshonda, That is incorrect. Firstly, Citroen was the first to ever offer an "active" air suspension. The 1955 DS was able to control body motions of the rear axle through hydropneum… (View Post)1 -
Re: Another ABC Fault - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Long-Term Road Test
@redskinsdmv, That could be because MB is one of the few automakers who mandates the use of a flatbed if a vehicle needs a tow. Furthermore, MB has a whole plethora of conditions where they say a tow… (View Post)1 -
Re: Another ABC Fault - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Long-Term Road Test
You really should have had the whole system inspected and/or replaced the last time you had a problem. These early ABC systems really don't perform well with a piecemeal approach. Now, this could end… (View Post)1 -
Re: Needs More Oil - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Long-Term Road Test
@duck87, I'm in agreement with you on the PCV system. That seems like the only plausible explanation (plus, MB's of this vintage are known for poor PCV design). Furthermore, V12's in general have a m… (View Post)1 -
Re: Needs More Oil - 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG Long-Term Road Test
@gslippy, You can't compare diminutive, rudimentary 4-cylinders with a massive 6.0-liter, biturbo V12. That AMG engine is 3 times bigger in all regards with more moving parts. V12s burn oil. That's l… (View Post)1