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How long do Mercedes air struts last?

Posted on by Arif Clayton

How long do Mercedes air struts last?

Now, to your question about AIRmatic, it looks like the front air springs last anywhere between 10 and 15 years with typical American driving before needing replacement. The rears last longer, likely because they’re not supporting the weight of the engine nor having to deal with turns and such.

What happens when the Airmatic pump is not working?

The AirMatic pump is a specialized part that pumps air into the suspension, and when it isn’t working properly, it can cause serious issues with your car’s functionality. Q: What does a relay do for the system? A: Your air suspension utilizes a relay to turn the AirMatic pump on and off.

Is the Airmatic pump motor failure in Mercedes?

A: Your Mercedes’ AirMatic pump is a specially designed system that ensures the function and performance of the vehicle’s suspension.

Can a sticking relay cause an Airmatic pump to fail?

A: AirMatic pump failure can be due to a number of different causes, not just a sticking relay. However, if the problem is due to a sticking relay, then the pump will not shut off while the car is parked. This is problematic because it can drain your car’s battery, leaving you with an ineffective suspension, and a battery jump.

What to do if there is no power to the air suspension pump?

If there is no power going to the air suspension compressor, check the air suspension fuse and relay. Here is a picture that shows no power to the air suspension pump. The next step would be to use a professional diagnostic scanner such as the iCarsoft MB II to check the fault codes for the Air Suspension Control Unit.

Why does my Airmatic suspension pump keep running?

The relay which turns the airmatic suspension pump on may fail causing the pump to run continuously. This can result in failure of the pump motor or a dead battery as the pump motor will continue to run after the car is turned off.

What to do if your air pump is failing?

If you suspect that your air pump may be having a problem, or your Check Engine Light has come on, have the vehicle diagnosed by a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic. If necessary, they will be able to replace the air pump and restore proper performance to your vehicle.

How does the Mercedes-Benz Airmatic suspension work?

The suspension is also adaptive and automatically switches the damping profile to Sport 1 above 100 mph. The compressor provides the system pressure for raising the vehicle as well as a pressure relief valve for lowering it. The compressor relay is responsible for starting and stopping the compressor.

Why does my Airmatic pump make a buzzing noise?

This can result in failure of the pump motor or a dead battery as the pump motor will continue to run after the car is turned off. Also, Worn airmatic pump mount bushings can causes noises in the front axle while driving on bumpy roads or a buzzing noise while the pump is running.

How long do mercedes air struts last?

Posted on by Arif Clayton

How long do mercedes air struts last?

Now, to your question about AIRmatic, it looks like the front air springs last anywhere between 10 and 15 years with typical American driving before needing replacement. The rears last longer, likely because they’re not supporting the weight of the engine nor having to deal with turns and such.

What to do when your Airmatic suspension is stuck?

Press the “auto” button on the drivers side so make it “pop” out… do the same for the passenger side. 4. Press in the PASSENGER side “auto” button to make it press and stay in then do the same for the driver’s side “auto” button. If the suspension is stuck up because the systemn threw a code, this will clear the code.

Why are the Airmatic struts on my car not working?

There are several possible causes for your problem. Unfortunately, the most likely cause is fairly expensive – the airmatic struts are expected service items. That is, they don’t last forever. The failure is usually a split in the fabric and rubber diaphragm inside the strut.

Is there a level sensor for front air struts?

When one sensor is faulty, the airmatic system will try to level the vehicle, leading to a too high or too low vehicle. There is a level sensor for each of the front two air struts.

What happens if you have a leak in your air suspension?

If a major leak has developed, you may even hear a hissing sound from the wheel housing area. The whole front or rear of the car will drop down, even when only one of the struts is defective. The car will drop more on one side, typically on the side of the leaking air strut.

What causes Airmatic struts to get stuck up?

Unfortunately, the most likely cause is fairly expensive – the airmatic struts are expected service items. That is, they don’t last forever. The failure is usually a split in the fabric and rubber diaphragm inside the strut. It is possible to replace the diaphragm, but that job beyond the capabilities of virtually all owners and almost all shops.

What does the air strut do on a Mercedes Benz?

The air strut is an assembly consisting of a monotube shock absorber with electromagnetic damping valves that change setting based on commands from the suspension control module. An air spring assembly sits on top of the strut and is responsible for height adjustment as well as air spring damping.

How does the Airmatic work when the car is parked?

When the car is parked the airmatic will try to level the car. It does this by discharging air from the airmatic suspension strut that is too high. Typically the car is leveled by lowering the one or two corners of the car that are too high.

Why is my Mercedes Benz Airmatic suspension stuck up?

Another possible (but less likely) cause could be a failed solenoid air valve in the Airmatic valve block that simply isn’t sending air to the strut. Another less likely cause could be that a level sensor, or its mounting, or its linkage has failed.