FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Air Spring Damper






Air Spring Damper

- Before loosening the air line when installed, check whether the air spring is still filled with a residual pressure of approximately 3 bar.






- Press with the thumbs on the air spring bead. The bead must demonstrate noticeable resistance.

- If significant resistance is not noticed, the air spring is not pressurized.

- The vehicle can be driven up to 100 km with a depressurized air spring.

- The air spring must be replaced together with the pressure-holding valve when the vehicle is driven more than 100 km with a depressurized air spring.

Thoroughly clean connecting points and their surrounding areas before loosening.

Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover to prevent contamination. Use foils and paper. Only use lint-free cloths!

Only install clean components: Only unpack replacement parts immediately prior to installation.

Only use lubricants indicated by part number.

Carefully cover or seal open components, if repairs are not carried out immediately.