Experiencing issues with your 2005 Mercedes Benz Sl500 suspension can be frustrating, especially when dealing with dealer service and diagnoses. This post outlines a personal experience with a 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500 encountering suspension problems, specifically the dreaded “car too low” light, and the subsequent interactions with Mercedes-Benz dealerships.
On September 15th, contact was made with the dealership where the vehicle was originally purchased to address the recurring suspension issue. The dealer reported their inability to replicate the problem consistently. Their diagnosis leaned towards a faulty valve block. The proposed solution was to clean the valve block, with a promise of the car’s return by Tuesday. Crucially, when questioned about flushing and filtering the hydraulic fluids – a preventative measure often discussed in relation to valve block issues – the dealer dismissed it as unnecessary, stating Mercedes-Benz deemed it ineffective for this particular problem.
Seeking a second opinion, Keeler Mercedes was contacted on September 16th. Their service assessment involved a “rodeo” test and a leak test, neither of which successfully duplicated the reported issue. Interestingly, an electrical test revealed an anomaly indicating the car had indeed dropped, although no error code was officially logged. Keeler Mercedes also recommended replacing the valve block or mono valve as a potential fix. As of this update, the vehicle remains at the dealership.
The owner of this 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500 has had possession of the car for only 11 days, while it has spent 18 days at dealerships. The “car too low” light has illuminated four times within this short ownership period, each instance documented with photographic evidence. This situation naturally raises questions about the effectiveness of simply cleaning the valve block versus a more comprehensive approach like flushing and filtering the system, especially if contamination is suspected.
Furthermore, a specific detail observed during these incidents is noteworthy: when the front passenger side of the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500 drops, the driver’s side rear rises. Measurements taken show a significant difference in fender well height – a mere 2 inches on the dropped wheel compared to 6 inches on the elevated rear wheel. Whether this cross-axle behavior is diagnostically significant remains unclear, but it is a detail worth considering in understanding the underlying issue with the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500 suspension system. The core question remains: Is cleaning the valve block sufficient, or does the presence of contamination implied by this diagnosis necessitate a more thorough system flush and filter replacement to truly resolve the suspension problems in this 2005 Mercedes Benz SL500?
