Remove/install AIRmatic central reservoir - AR32.22-P-2017SX

MODEL 216, 221.0/1 

Shown on model 221 

Fig 1: Identifying AIRMATIC Central Reservoir Remove/Install Components - Shown On Model 221

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	Remove/install
	Notes on AIRmatic		AH32.22-P-1000-02SX
1	Discharge air from central reservoir (2) using STAR DIAGNOSIS
2	Remove front section of lower engine compartment paneling	Vehicles without code (Z07) Top protection	AR61.20-P-1105SX
		Vehicles with code (Z07) Top protection	AR61.20-P-1105SXS
3	Detach pressure line (3) from central reservoir (2) and place pressure line (3) aside	If pressure line connection (3a) or pressure line (3) is damaged: ↓	*BA32.22-P-1002-03D
		Repair AIRmatic pressure line connection.	AR32.22-P-2001-02SX
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		Leak detection spray	*BR00.45-Z-1002-03A
		for USA	*BR00.45-Z-1004-03A
4	Unscrew nuts (1) and remove central reservoir (2) downwards		*BA32.22-P-1001-03D
5	Install in the reverse order
6	Check AIRmatic for leaks		AR32.22-P-8100SX
	Risk of accident  caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury  caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running	Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.	AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
7	Perform engine test run and check AIRmatic for proper operation

AIR SUSPENSION

Number	Designation		Model 216	Model 221
BA32.22-P-1001-03D	Nut, pressure reservoir to bracket	Nm	20	20
BA32.22-P-1002-03D	Pressure line air suspension to pressure reservoir	Nm	5	5

Fig 2: Identifying Slitting Knife (000 589 12 28 00)

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Fig 3: Identifying Wrench Socket (211 589 00 09 00)

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REPAIR MATERIALS

Number	Designation	Order number
BR00.45-Z-1002-03A	Leak detection spray	Christof Fischer GmbH
BR00.45-Z-1004-03A	Leakage spray for USA	LIQUI MOLY