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Inspecting AIRmatic for leaks - AR32.22-P-8100I

MODEL 220 except CODE (487a) Active body control (ABC) 

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line Connections
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INSPECT Checking     
IMPORTANT Notes on AIRmatic   AH32.22-P-1000-02I 
1 Remove engine compartment lining IMPORTANT Only on the right-hand side of the vehicle for testing the AIRmatic compressor unit (A9/1) AR61.20-P-1105M
2 Remove part of the wheel house inner panel in front fender IMPORTANT Only on the right-hand side of the vehicle for testing the level control valve unit (Y36/6)  
3 Spray the pressure line connections (1VL, 2VR, 3HL, 4HR, 5SP,P) of the level control valve unit (Y36/6), the pressure line connection of the AIRmatic compressor unit (A9/1) and the pressure line connection (42a) of the central reservoir (42) with leak detecting spray IMPORTANT Wait for approx. 10-15 minutes after spraying. This means that minor leaks can be recognized (forming a white cap). Severe leaks are evident immediately.
IMPORTANT Use leak detecting spray
 
4 Spray the area of the casting compound and pressure line connections (40a, 41a) on the spring struts (40, 41) with leak detecting spray IMPORTANT Wait for approx. 10-15 minutes after spraying. This means that minor leaks can be recognized (forming a foam crown). Severe leaks are evident immediately.  
4   IMPORTANT Use leak detecting spray