Do you need to change rear shock on 2007 GL450?
There are instruction available on this forum about how to do rear shock on 2007 GL450. My GL450 rear left shock was leaking as well as that side was raised up more than other three sides. So I decided to replace it. No need to replace both shocks unless it had more than 50,000 miles on it.
What should I do before lowering my suspension?
Before you lower the vehicle, make sure to start the engine to activate the air compressor. This will allow the air bags to fill while there is no load on the air bags. This will reduce pinching of the air bag and ensure the system is fully engaged when you lower weight onto the suspension.
What happens when Mercedes Benz air suspension stops working?
When they stop working the air suspension control unit may no longer be able to recognize the height of the car. Your Mercedes-Benz will greet you with a warning message on the dash related to the airmatic failure. The car height may be correct and the car still rides fine, it’s just that the computer doesn’t know that.
What should I do if my air suspension doesn’t work?
This will difficult to track down without a scanner. If you get the AIRMATIC Visit Workshop message, your car may still drive but do get it checked out as soon as possible. If the car drops over the next few days, the air suspension may not work to airlift the car. “AIRMATIC STOP, CAR TOO LOW!” This message may be scary. Don’t panic!
What to do if Mercedes GL450 suspension fails?
If your Mercedes-Benz GL450 is experiencing suspension failure, converting to a coilover system is the logical choice. Not only will you save money, you’ll never have to deal with the endless repairs of an air suspension again. Check out the suspension kit in action in this ride-along video!
Is there a warning light on my Mercedes GL450?
This is referred to as a “nose dive.” Mercedes also included a suspension warning light that will illuminate when there is a problem. However, this might come later than some of the physical symptoms. If you are noticing any of these symptoms in your Mercedes-Benz GL450, it is time to have your suspension serviced.
How does the Mercedes Benz GL450 air bag system work?
Your Mercedes-Benz GL450 has ride height sensors at each wheel. These sensors send a signal to the control module, letting it know how much the air bags need to be inflated or deflated. Then, the control module sends this information to the compressor. The compressor pushes air into the airbags.
How does the Mercedes-Benz GL450 ride height sensor work?
Your Mercedes-Benz GL450 has ride height sensors at each wheel. These sensors send a signal to the control module, letting it know how much the air bags need to be inflated or deflated. Then, the control module sends this information to the compressor.