Rear Air Suspension Bag For Mercedes X164 GL450 GL550 GL350 W164 ML320 ML350

Fitment:

• Mercedes-Benz | GL320 | 2007~2009 | 3.0L
• Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | 2010~2015 | 3.0L
• Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | 2007~2015 | 3.0L/4.7L
• Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | 2008~2015 | 4.7L/5.5L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML320 | 2007~2009 | 3.0L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | 2006~2015 | 3.0L/3.5L/4.7L/5.5L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML450 | 2010~2011 | 3.5L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML500 | 2005~2007 | 5.0L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | 2008~2015 | 4.7L/5.5L
• Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | 2007~2011 | 6.3L

Item Specifications

Key Words: Rear Air Suspension Spring Bag For Mercedes M-Class W164 ML320 ML350 ML450 ML500 ML550 GL-Class X164 GL320 GL350 GL450 GL550

*Removal Guideline

1.Raise vehicle with lifting platform.

-Raise vehicle far enough until the wheels are clear of the ground.

2.Empty air spring use STAR DIAGNOSIS system. Connect STAR DIAGNOSIS and read out fault memory.

3.Switch off ignition and remove the transmitter key from the EIS control unit.

-On vehicles w/Keyless Go, (889), Press Keyless Go button repeatedly until ignition is switched off. Remove transmitter key from vehicle and storeit in a location beyond its transmission range (at least 2 m).

4.Raise vehicle with lifting platform.

5.Unscrew threaded connection for compressed air line of air suspension from the air spring.

-Detach threaded air line connector from airline, make sure a clean straight cut on line.

6.Carefully pull air spring downwards at its upper plastic frame until the air spring detaches from the retaining clip.

-The retaining clip must be replaced during installation as it is destroyed during removal.

7.Carefully push the air spring together upwards, in the process press the air spring centering from below out of the lower transverse control arm.

8.Remove air spring downwards at an angle.

*Installation Guideline

Caution: If the air spring is not installed and filled in accordance with the regulations, it can be pre-damaged and fail later on.

1.Install the new retaining clip onto body of the vehicle.

-Remove the remains of the old retianing clip from the body of the vehicle.

2.Mount cover on the air spring.

-The fixing journals must engage in the holes of the air spring. The curved surface of the cover

must be positioned above the compressed air line connection of the air spring.

3.Insert air spring.

-Do not twist air spring, otherwise it will be damaged. The airspring must latch in the retaining clip and be positioned with the lug of the air spring centering correctly in the lower transverse control arm.

4.Pull plastic airline fitting insert straight out and insert air line directly into airline fitting.

5.Lower vehicle with lifting platform.

-Only lower vehicle far enough that the wheels are still easily accessible.

6.Start engine and run.

-Before starting, ensure that the transmission is in the park position.

-Use exhaust extraction!

7.Inflate air spring using the STAR DIAGNOSIS system. Connect and read out fault memory.

-Ensure that there are no leaks from the air suspension system.

8.Switch off engine and lower the vehicle using the lifting platform.

*Warning & Notice

Vent all air pressure from the air suspension system prior to disconnecting or removing any air suspension components. It is dangerous to remove air suspension components while under pressure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Any air spring which is unfolded must be refolded prior to being installed in a vehicle. Refer to the procedure. An incorrectly folded air spring could rupture, altering the handling characteristics of the vehicle. If a vehicle has been driven with an incorrectly folded air spring, a new air spring must be installed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

Failure to observe the following instructions may result in a sudden failure of the air spring or suspension system.

Any rear spring which is unfolded must be refolded prior to being installed in a vehicle.

The air spring refolding procedure should only be used for an air spring which has never supported the vehicle's weight while in the incorrectly folded position.

Incorrectly folded air springs found on vehicles during pre-delivery inspection or after use must be installed new.

Do not attempt to inflate any air spring which has been collapsed while uninflated from the rebound hanging position to the jounce stop.

When installing a new air spring, care must be taken not to apply a load to the suspension until springs have been inflated using the air spring fill procedure.

After inflating an air spring in the hanging position, it must be inspected for correct shape.

Note

The vehicle must be positioned on a suitable lifting device prior to deflating the air suspension system.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist until the wheel and tire assemblies are slightly above the ground.

2.Using the scan tool, vent the air springs.

3.Remove the air spring retainer.

4.Detach the air spring from the rear axle.

5.Remove the air spring in the following sequence.

1.Disconnect the air spring solenoid electrical connector.

2.Compress the quick connect locking ring and pull out the air tube.

3.Remove the air spring.

Please double confirm the compatibility as well as the OEM number before purchasing.

Instruction is not included. Professional installation is recommended.

Includes

Single for Rear Left or Right Air Suspension Spring Bag