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Check air suspension for leaks - AR32.22-P-8000T

MODEL 211.2 except CODE (489) AIRmatic (semi-active air suspension) 

MODEL 211.6 

Fig 1: Locating Air Suspension Pressure Lines
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Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Line Connection, Rear Axle Distributor Unit, Airmatic Compressor Unit And Air Suspensions
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INSPECT Check     
NOTES Notes on air suspension   AH32.22-P-1000-01T 
1.1 Fold left rear seat cushion (1) as per front Model 211.2, see: ↓  
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2 Remove felt wrapping (2) from pressure line connector (3) and check if pressure lines (4) are inserted up to markings (arrows) in pressure line connector (3).    
3 Spray leak detection spray onto pressurized line connection fitting (3) IMPORTANT Wait approx. 10 to 15 minutes after spraying. Minor leakages can be detected as a result (formation of a foam crown). Larger leaks are visible immediately. If pressurized line connection fitting is defective:
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Repair supply line connection for air suspension.
IMPORTANTInstallation:  Attach felt casing (2) again after completing the leak test.
AR32.22-P-2001-01T 
4.1 Remove front section of bottom section of soundproofing Vehicles with diesel engines AR94.30-P-5300T
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5 Spray leak detection spray onto pressurized line connection fitting (5) on AIRmatic compressor unit (A9/1) IMPORTANT Wait approx. 10 to 15 minutes after spraying. This allows smaller leaks to be detected (bubbles form). Larger leaks are visible immediately. If pressurized line connection fitting is defective:
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Repair supply line connection for air suspension. AR32.22-P-2001-01T 
6 Spray leak detection spray onto the air spring (6) and the rear axle distributor unit (7) IMPORTANT Wait approx. 10 to 15 minutes after spraying. This allows smaller leaks to be detected (bubbles form). Larger leaks are visible immediately. If pressurized line connection fitting is defective:
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Repair supply line connection for air suspension. AR32.22-P-2001-01T