When to replace the Arnott front air compressor?
Arnott branded compressors sold through us include the compressor relay which should always be replaced. Failed front air struts normally fill and almost immediately start dropping when they’re not operating properly. An audible hissing at the strut assembly is a good indicator of a front strut failure.
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.
When do I need to replace my air compressor?
Sometimes it may appear that the compressor should be replaced, but sometimes it may require a simple fix such as a cable repair or replacement. If the compressor is the issue, it is one of the most expensive repairs in the air suspension system.
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.
Arnott branded compressors sold through us include the compressor relay which should always be replaced. Failed front air struts normally fill and almost immediately start dropping when they’re not operating properly. An audible hissing at the strut assembly is a good indicator of a front strut failure.
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.
What happens when the air suspension compressor quits working?
Typically when the air suspension compressor quits working, the whole car may lower to the ground and fail to raise. You press the button to raise the car, and nothing happenes. If the air suspension compressor works as designed, you will hear the compressor engage and run for several seconds.
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.