Mercedes R230 SL Front Left ABC Hydraulic Strut 2303208513

Precision-engineered front left hydraulic suspension strut built specifically for Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R230 roadsters equipped with the factory Active Body Control (ABC) high-pressure hydraulic suspension system. Designed to resolve typical R230 ABC issues including corner sagging while parked, internal hydraulic seal bypass, Pentosin CHF 11S fluid leakage, and persistent instrument cluster ABC warning messages.

Active Body Control (ABC) Engineering & Construction

• High-Pressure Hydraulic Plunger Cylinder: Integrated hydraulic servo-cylinder operates under high system pressures (up to 200 bar), instantaneously counteracting lateral body roll, acceleration squat, and braking dive without mechanical anti-roll bars.
• High-Tensile Steel Coil Spring: Heavy-duty progressive-rate coil spring works in tandem with the hydraulic actuator to support vehicle curb weight and isolate high-frequency road vibrations.
• Dual High-Pressure Hydraulic Ports: Precision-threaded inlet and return ports match factory quick-connect lines, ensuring a zero-leak connection and proper pressure equalization across the front axle valve block.
• Integrated Travel & Pressure Sensors: Internal electronic travel sensor monitors strut displacement in real time to feed precise position data to the ABC control module.

Vehicle Fitment

Direct replacement for Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R230 models with Active Body Control (2006–2012):

• Mercedes-Benz SL 350 (2006–2012)
• Mercedes-Benz SL 500 / SL 550 (2006–2012)
• Mercedes-Benz SL 600 (2006–2012)
• Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG / SL 63 AMG / SL 65 AMG (2006–2012)

Product Specifications & Part Numbers

• Installation Position: Front Axle Left (Driver Side on LHD)
• Primary Part Number: 2303208513 / A2303208513
• Interchangeable Numbers: 2303208613, A2303208613, 2303204913, 2303206113, 2303206713, 2303208713
• Suspension Type: Active Body Control (ABC) High-Pressure Hydraulic
• Operating Fluid: Pentosin CHF 11S / Central Hydraulic Fluid
• Item Weight: Approx. 12.5 KG
• Warranty: 12 Months Warranty Coverage