2006 Mercedes CLS 500 Air Suspension Diag - Poor Previous Work Was The issue

[@jayspire7210]

Glad to see you keeping busy praying for ya brother

[@shyro76]

If you can’t afford a new Mercedes, you can’t afford a used Mercedes. Technology like air suspension is fantastic when it works, and when it inevitably fails given some long period of time (it will), you’re gonna fork over an arm and a leg if you want any chance of being able to fix it. Nice video!

[@jimamizzi1]

Correct super

[@alouisschafer7212]

Wrong. If you pay considerably less for a used one you can afford stuff like this.

[@shyro76]

@@alouisschafer7212 except it’s not wrong, and paying less for a car if you’re just gonna end up using the money you “ saved “ to get the car in running shape kinda defeats the purpose of having saved money if you could’ve just bought a better car. You can’t brag about spending 5 grand on a Mercedes if you’re then gonna spend that or more just to get the car in decent shape only to realize that you’re probably never gonna be finished with fixing it. A good example is the LS460. They’re great cars, and they’ve depreciated like a rock sinking underwater so most people now can buy them for basically what you’d pay for a new SE Camry. That’s great on paper, but when you have to buy parts for an LS460, you’re not buying parts for a $30,000 car. You’re buying parts for what was originally a $100,000 car fully optioned

[@alouisschafer7212]

​@@shyro76 Mercedes is too diverse of a brand to put a price to what it will cost to keep a used one on the road it depends on what you have. Yeah sure Airmatic rebuilt oh boy thats a big bill or worst case the engine grenades itself yeah that's it to the auction yard it goes. On the contrary mercedes has cars and drivetrains that are dirt cheap to repair and maintain like C Class + Diesel for example. But anything AMG is a step up in price for sure.

[@RustyZipper]

The purchase price of a used German car is just the down payment on the total vehicle expense.

[@kaafromoz]

TY Rich it was so good to see you working in a different environment and looking happy about it mate. As always look after yourself be happy and take it easy and smart Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘💖💖

[@FordBossMe]

Thanks 👍

[@Mij1965]

Good to see you recovering Rich! I too suffer from knee pain so I know what it’s like.

[@mlieser1230]

It's great to see this different content. Your diagnosing these European cars without any trouble. Great job Rich! I hope your knee gets better. I've been battling knee pain lately. I'm alright on the flat but going up and down stairs is where it really bothers me.

[@FordBossMe]

That's where mine was bothering me but I'm getting stronger

[@jonmccormick8683]

Try Nattokinase-Serrapeptase (natto-serra) for joint/tendon issues and maybe MSM (methyl-sulfonyl-methane) for general pain (methylation). Also a product like "Bone Restore" for Calcium and other. -Try making your own bone broth (from real bones). =You maybe surprised by the results.

[@user-fp3gx2ow7p]

Nice! The uk spec of that car had a 5.5V8 480 bhp. The one I drove belonged to my CEO and went like poop off a shovel. Great stuff Rich.

[@jeremyalbert2069]

check the bags with soapy water for any leaks ,common problem , we used to replace the pumps , and the valve /distribution block , alot for sticking valves and of course pumps would fail or work intermittently , also if pump repl, reqd , replace the relay also as they are prone to over heat or just fail altogether ,

[@360fanboy360]

loved the dealership content and loving this new shop content its refreshing seeing you look at foreign makes

[@FordBossMe]

It's something new and I'm loving it

[@thomasdaum1927]

This man is a mechanical genius , when will some company realize this and put him in a position that he deserves and the company can reap the benefits from his knowledge ?……….

[@FordBossMe]

I just like what I do, I wish Ford would have used me for this but they didn't listen up top

[@thomasdaum1927]

@@FordBossMe It will happen !…….

[@jimamizzi1]

I’ve said it before, letting someone go with all that knowledge..it’s just crazy. Whoever his new employer is they will benefit

[@kylestenger15]

As a former Mercedes tech, also with these, don’t lift them when it’s below -15 without going in stages. There is a bulletin on it or you blow the shocks out. Lift inch by inch and let sit for a min in between

[@JDMSwervo2001]

It’s really cool to see you getting involved in other makes

[@HypocriticYT]

Moved right into Mercedes and other European vehicles like a breeze 👍When you know your stuff you know it well 😊

[@thomasperina2990]

Hello Rich: My friend you did it again with another superb diagnosis. How many times have I stated that there aren't many people that work & / or take pride in their work like us old timers. I had the MB airmatic suspension on my 500 sedan & I just loved the ride. The only thing next to it would be an early 90's Rolls Royce Corneich convertible with hydrologic suspension. Now that's expensive + the seals always Leaked fluid but the ride was like a carpet. My one concern would be how much damage was done to the air compressor for the suspension ????? Another terrific video & job, God Bless & my best to your family, TMP from N.J. 😊😊

[@u.p.tinkering]

Great video Rich, enjoy these diag videos!!!!

[@samuelgarcia9969]

Thank you sir I got same problem on cls550 2012 I will check it

[@davidvillareal5185]

Thank you

[@frandanco6289]

Amigo --AMG® is short for Aufecht, Melcher, and Großaspach, the division of Mercedes-Benz that produces performance vehicles. "AMG" is the highest option you can order for your Mercedes, which includes a hand built engine, and many more performance and suspension upgrades... Thanks for your great work on this car !!!

[@alouisschafer7212]

These days AMG is just a plastic badge they put on anything thats remotely fast 😅

[@pauldhiman8369]

Man im loving the content…. Ur a 💎 gem

[@FordBossMe]

Tyvm

[@ConnorReviewsandMore]

Liking the German car content on the channel. Keep it up

[@FordBossMe]

Thanks, will do!

[@timkis64]

you said it, working on a vehicle like its your own. its why id starve as a mechanic.it takes me forever,but its right when im done.getting older dont help either.beats being dead.

[@danielb-c9100]

As a gm guy used to be a ford guy but that's a beautiful mercedes

[@julieseifert4680]

Good video again.!!

[@FordBossMe]

Appreciate that

[@MR-si1eq]

I'm enjoying the new content. Keep up the good work.😊

[@FordBossMe]

Thank you! Will do!

[@TXCherokee]

I believe the air ride system on Mercedes is exactly the same as Quadra-Lift on Jeep Grand Cherokee

[@alouisschafer7212]

Mercedes Airmatic yeah I'd avoid it or convert it back to standard suspension. It's just one of those things you gotta know about when you buy an older Mercedes. If the system needs to be rebuilt which is inevitable the bills can be.. up there. Standard suspension is just cheaper and more reliable. Nice to hear that this one wasn't bad I mean this thing looks like factory new underneath I'm impressed honestly. The older Mercedes with the diesel engines and 5 Speed Auto last forever they aren't rocketships but they just drive and drive if you keep up with basic maintenance. Mercedes gasoline engines are always more problematic sadly but not all of them are bad.

[@firered03snake]

Very informative video ! Couple weeks ago while the car was parked I heard air escaping and I found out it was my e63 , very weird but now the driver side is down , eBay guy sent me the “wrong one “ as a replacement and it was for a cls 550 , wonder if it’s the same strut ? Or the AMG airmatic are different? Thanks so much , I’m trying to diagnose my issue

[@shadowred1980]

Great job, on that fix.

[@FordBossMe]

Thanks 👍

[@Der8cho]

Be careful on that old hydraulic lift! Back in '99, I had one exactly like it almost crush me! And my Boss (the owner) witnessed it. Afterwards he was the only one to use that lift.

[@FordBossMe]

This lift is actually getting removed this week or next week there's about 175,000 worth of upgrades coming in $100,000 Hoffman alignment rack and one 10,000 lb and one 12,000 lb Hoffman two post lift

[@Der8cho]

@@FordBossMe that's great news! Good luck with the new shop. Love your videos!

[@adammuise6178]

Good work

[@normalizedaudio2481]

Old way with bags is way to go. I have no problems. yet

[@bigwigmoney]

Cls model a CL is a coupe 2 door

[@josephvantreeck2989]

Thanks!

[@gregorduplessis6557]

l had that problem for a long time. the mechanic shops changed everything on my airsuspenson no change. l did this on my own AFTER WATCHING YOUR VIDEO AND ITS A FIX. THANKS.

[@FordBossMe]

Beautiful

[@danielb-c9100]

Can you do a video of the different types of customer that will spend any type of money to make sure every light? Is off my truck and when i'm a mechanic my truck will be running A hundred percent

[@chrislovescar8438]

Hi. I am Chris of Coverado, an online store that sells car seat covers. Is there any chance to work with you? Thank you!

[@FordBossMe]

Yes [e-mail]

[@deyoviC]

So my w211 is sagging on the right rear (passenger) side, but the compressor is not always running and it doesn't seem to lose air over time. Most of the time is lower than the left (driver side), but sometimes it manages to be even. I suspect they are not properly set or maybe the level sensors are bad? Or maybe a bad/worn strut? What do you think sir?

[@FordBossMe]

We see mainly worn struts with this issue

[@deyoviC]

Thanks sir, appreciate it. @@FordBossMe

[@TXCherokee]

Sometimes my grand Cherokee losses a little pressure and when I start in morning it lifts a little in front

[@FordBossMe]

Normal

[@arvindegroot6145]

Too bad these businesses don't stand behind their shoddy work. The customer ends up with 2 bills to pay

[@ramib8653]

I have the same issue here and I was wondering how much will it cost to fix this

[@FordBossMe]

About 300 - 400 for diag and repair but if components are bad we could possibly charge more than 1000 dollars

[@ramib8653]

@@FordBossMe cause the compressor of my car is working however the signal in order for the compressor to give air to the 4 suspension doesn’t work however thanks for the info appreciate it

[@aliadam575]

🇺🇸❇⚓🔩🍻🇩🇪🍻🔩⚓❇🇺🇸....¿Thoughts on the European manufacturers vs Ford so far Admiral? If traveling down here in Charm City feel free 4 drinks, hope the recovery comes well sir/senor!....

[@jonmccormick8683]

Driving an older Mercedes in Chicago salt is a recipe for disaster and huge auto bills. The air-rides on Mercedes are the best though. GM/Dodge(Ram) air-ridesare pretty good also. Winter is pretty much over so all the classic BMW/Mercedes come out again and need to be fixed.

[@FordBossMe]

This one has not one bit of rust on it

[@alouisschafer7212]

Wrong. Our stuff doesn't rust bad anymore. I see 20 year old german shitboxes here everyday and they don't rust it comes down to caring for your vehicle and not letting the nasty salt sludge accumulate everywhere for months so it can eat your car away. You americans also salt your roads like there is no tomorrow man really we don't do it as much here and it keeps our stuff in better condition salt is corrosive as hell to anything. 01 to 03 Mercedes yeah they rust like hell 100% Mercedes had problems at their plant with the acid baths and the cars rust by themselves really bad so yes those years will crumble everywhere. Older years are fine and the newer vehicles we make really don't rust anymore except cheap VAGs do have spots where they like to get crusty but its not structural. It comes down to care if the owner washes this car really well with a pressure washer regularly to get the salt crap out of it from underneath and in the wheel wells he will be fine having the car undercoated and wax sealed would be even better.

[@madefamous3224]

U wana KZbin my cars 😅😅😅 lowriders

[@jayjones2282]

Great job... I have a cls 500.. What state/city are u located?

[@kevinoscarson2941]

I could never deal with the crap auto dealerships do or the customers. I would rather work in the cold, mud, rain, on heavy equipment!

[@andrewjacobson556]

Can I make an appointment?

[@FordBossMe]

Call Brighton Automotive 3967 S. Archer Chicago Illinois

[@andrewjacobson556]

@@FordBossMe I will, i hope to run into you again sometime

[@patrickdiehl6813]

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