BMW Diagnosis sagging suspension without a scan tool.

[@madvoyagers9225]

Everything right beside last step. Don’t require to removed those arm at the end. You just need heavy pry bar to push whole carrier down

[@friendlymechanic9778]

Yeah I did try that but I couldn’t hold the pry bar down and push the bolt in at the same time. Thank you for the tip! 👍🏼

[@madvoyagers9225]

@@friendlymechanic9778 yeah, in this case batter to have assistance close by. Good job!

[@ndnplaya1222]

So how would I lower this same car with this type of system? Can I use the compressors that are already there for air and just replace the air struts?

[@mikeroberts-ru7pv]

did the car throw chassis stabilization? if not what code it threw?

[@ct5943]

I have a '04 745i. Both rear started going down but re-air when the car is started and running. I had the car in the shop for fender repairs for 30 days and the battery went bad. Got it replaced but now the left rear is low and not coming back up when started. Do you have any ideas as to why only one is normal and the rear drive side is low??

[@friendlymechanic9778]

So just like you saw in this video air leaks can develop in the air spring. Some more severe than others. My guess would be the air leak on the left side is too large now. Second option would be a leak in the air line. I’ve seen rodents chew through the air lines.

[@ct5943]

@@friendlymechanic9778 Much appreciated!!

[@highendtrends3508]

If you could please put the link for the spring. Thanks. 🙏

[@friendlymechanic9778]

I don’t have a link but this is the item number for eBay 175335131546

[@highendtrends3508]

@@friendlymechanic9778 thank you!

[@friendlymechanic9778]

👍🏼 no problem

[@uavuk1875]

Nice job buddy, i didn't know you have to remove so much stuff from inside to get to those three bolts, seems a pain! My rear right seems to going down on a daily bases, your video will help me alot, with ista you can fill or deflate air from suspension. Anyway i have subscribed hopefully see more of your work.cheers

[@vinno8618]

I have a 2016 740i G11 after getting chassis function restriction car squatted on all 4 wheels but was drivable. i checked fuses per the manual and changed the relay and compressor. When the car is powered by opening the door or starting the car I hear clicking form the compressor. 3 months ago had both front air struts changed at a independent shop. Can you give me some advice as of now car is almost sitting on the garage floor. Any advice I appreciate in advance thanks.

[@friendlymechanic9778]

What kind of compressor did you install? Was it OEM? used or new?

[@vinno8618]

@@friendlymechanic9778 I ordered a new compressor from the same place you ordered your air strut from. UPDATE!!! I tested all connections in the trunk related to the compressor with a multimeter starting with the relay. I found that on the distribution block by the trunk battery I was getting a reading of at least 11.8v on all fuses except one. So I replaced the distribution block/pyro fuse. Started the car and after 10 mins It aired up in like 1-2 min. That was a week ago. So far so good. Anyone who would like to see I watched this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGGUlXx7fdiFY5I

[@vinno8618]

@@friendlymechanic9778 It was aftermarket I found out the in line fuse was blown. I changed that and everything worked.

[@أبوأفنان-ض6ص]

لماذا تم تعقيد تركيب هذا ممتص الصدمات ، في الطراز القديم سهل الإصلاح يتم إخراجه من صندوق السيارة

[@andrewadams211]

Can I have the link to the part (shock) you purchased?

[@friendlymechanic9778]

175335131546 This is the item number for eBay.

[@humbertosanchez509]

I have a 2016 750 with the same problem,so my question is the after market part it’s worth it or no because I want to replace mine

[@friendlymechanic9778]

So far it’s been working good. And if it functions the way it’s supposed to and was a fraction of the price I think it was a good deal.

[@humbertosanchez509]

@@friendlymechanic9778 ok thanks man for answer my question , I’m going to look on eBay because all them that i saw hits the 900’s

[@clementchalimonable]

$2340 when it cost BMW $150 😮

[@highendtrends3508]

You got my sub buddy, this was allot of work. Would you say this is the same for an X7?

[@friendlymechanic9778]

No the X7 is very different I would say it is easier than doing it on G12 7 series.

[@e38.e46]

This is a great video!!! Just SUBSCRIBED!!! Thanks a lot for sharing all of this valuable information. I am buying a g12 2018 with 91,000 miles on it. Was wondering what is the mileage of this car that you had to replace air strut? Thanks a lot again!!

[@friendlymechanic9778]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Dabeer]

How’s the new shock holding up ?

[@friendlymechanic9778]

Still good no issues.

[@apexperformance1521]

Hi bud I have the same issue on a bmw 730d G11. I have replaced the left front leaking air spring. I can not the car level and on the correct ride height. Using ISTA, i have tried callibration, etc. Currently, the right side of the car is way higher than the left side. Do you have any tips or ideas ?

[@friendlymechanic9778]

Once you inflate the air springs with ISTA it doesn’t have to be perfect. Just erase the codes. Take it out of service mode and test drive it. Within 2-5 miles the ride height will adjust. It usually adjusts in the first two miles for me. I think that’s 4-8km.

[@Alycanj]

Rats in the works ugh, I did see my friend go to change his air filter and inside was no filter just chewed up mess and 5 baby rats, eyes still closed, Can anything be done on a bmw that doesn't require taking the car apart lol, props to you!!

[@friendlymechanic9778]

I was going to say put air the tires but then I remembered some Alpinas have a cover with a lock 😂

[@Alycanj]

lol@@friendlymechanic9778

[@tomladdus9264]

Wow X5 E70 air bag replacement is much easier.

[@friendlymechanic9778]

100% agree

[@StayActiveJ]

I would’ve hung up the phone as soon as I heard the price. 😳

[@friendlymechanic9778]

Was not expecting that price either. The eBay part came in clutch!

[@Alycanj]

the out of control mark up is just out of hand.

[@friendlymechanic9778]

I agree, hopefully prices become reasonable again.

[@JoeClarke-h3s]

those ebay air struts for these cars I would not recommend. They never last, they fail, they ride differently, and usually set codes, and they never warranty them. I always suggest Arnott or factory. Arnott being better than factory. they are pricey, but so are these cars.

[@muratturker1828]

Was für eine bescheuerte Bauweise Da haben einige Ingenieure ein paar Semester zu wenig studiert 😂😂😂

[@yl003760]

air suspension is a joke