Detailed video on how to replace the front Air Springs (Shocks) on a W220 Mercedes Benz S500 and S430. I have another video showing how to replace the rear shocks here: • Mercedes Rear Air Shoc...
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@alfonsomendez6633Ай бұрын
I have a 2004 Mercedes S500 with over 190K miles. The front of the car has dropped, and I haven't checked for leaks, but I think it's time to replace the shocks. I watched your video, and it looks like a doable DIY project. Thanks for explaining everything so clearly!
@masood-tvАй бұрын
My pleasure. Thanks, Alfonso. This is why I make these videos.
@c.h.r.i.s2253 Жыл бұрын
You are the first video that shows the correct way to remove the sensors by pushing the clip down! For some reason everyone wants to remove it, I don't know why. I think even arnott shows the guy taking it out. It's easy to lose or break.
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thx.
@MrPhymed Жыл бұрын
You are awesome!!! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy our W220's without ruining our wallets :)
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thanks, MrPhymed. Yes, the goal is to keep these wonderful cars on the road as long as we can.
@MrPhymed Жыл бұрын
@@masood-tv did you need to calibrate them using a scanner after you installed them?
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
@@MrPhymed no, not at all. Please watch the last few mins of the video to see the sequence of what needs to be done.
@rogerwmsS500 Жыл бұрын
Now thats a smooth DYI install . . . Thanks
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Roger.
@michelcroteau5382 ай бұрын
Hi Masood - At the end of this video, you comment that air strut replacements do "restore the car to its original factory smooth ride". Let me please ask you an old question of mine: In the case of a leakless pneumatic suspension, what would be the causes of its performance degradation? Have a nice day! Michel
@masood-tv2 ай бұрын
Hi Michel. I think what I said was that once you have replaced the bad strut, you have restored the ride to its original factory quality...please listen again. Thanks.
@slatz81 Жыл бұрын
as always, very informative.
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
@r.m4102 Жыл бұрын
Great Video thank you very much👌simple and Str8 tot he point
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thanks, R M.
@allanriches93816 ай бұрын
very informative video
@masood-tv6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Allan.
@frinly2 ай бұрын
What size little wrench that is you're using for the air line on top of the strut?
@masood-tv2 ай бұрын
Hi Frinly, I believe it is either 8mm or 10mm - I don't remember exactly. With these cars, it makes sense to have a metric socket and wrench set covering 7mm to 21mm...
@pokerNGold4 ай бұрын
I’m looking online and it seems that Arnott struts are now over $500. Is this correct?
@masood-tv4 ай бұрын
It depends....I see them from 390 and up...check out FCPEuro.com and Autohausaz.com...also Pelicanparts.com
@andrewsilverman7954 Жыл бұрын
As usual, a terrific detailed and informative video! I have 2006 S500 4Matic. Quick question please, are you happy with the front Arnott's and would you know if the rear is similar when the times comes? Thanks again sir.
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Hi Andrew, thanks. Yes, I am. And, FCPeuro provides lifetime warranty..
@andrewsilverman7954 Жыл бұрын
@@masood-tv Thank you sir
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
@Andrew Silverman , np. I do have a video of the rear shock replacement on these cars also when the time does come. Thx.
@andrewsilverman7954 Жыл бұрын
i recently changed the front shocks with a friend following your video. Thank you, it worked terrific. A real sense of achievement. While inspecting the undercarriage, I noticed a few seals towards the rear that seemed a little wet. I would like to change those seals or gaskets however it looks as if I have to lower the muffler and the exhaust brackets look rusty and should be replaced. Have you ever had to do this? Any input would appreciated. Again, I apologize for the wordiness. Thank you as always.
@BOSStheoriginal Жыл бұрын
Hello. I own a S430-2001 in Bangalore, India. The left side mirror light and door light stay on all the time, i think it is the left door SAM issue. Is there any way to bypass it as a new SAM is not readily available? Thanks.
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Hi Faizy, you can unplug the connections or remove the bulbs.
@BOSStheoriginal Жыл бұрын
@@masood-tv I removed the wires to the SAM but now the lock is not operating. Can I manually lock the door or will it cause damage to the vacuum system? Thanks for your advise and wishing you a HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023.
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
@Faizy Murtaza I wish you the same and thx. No, you can use the key and and the vacuum system should be ok.
@matsujarvinen Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Thanks, matsujarvinen.
@inspir51969 ай бұрын
THANKS❤❤❤
@masood-tv9 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@milkywayandbeyond Жыл бұрын
Do you have any experience regarding how the ride compares between Chinese struts and Arnott? The price difference is massive here in Canada. ~$700 each + tax for a single Arnott vs ~$480 + tax for TWO of the Chinease struts
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Hi Milk Man - no, I don't. But, there is a company in Europe you can try with much better quality shocks and good warranty: aerosus.com/. If you decide to go that route, please share your purchasing experience here so others may benefit.
@milkywayandbeyond Жыл бұрын
@@masood-tv Thanks! This seems reasonable. Are they higher quality than the Arnott or somewhere between Chinese and Arnott?
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
@Milk Man they stand behind their prroduct for, I think, 2 years. In par if not better.
@Igor885924 күн бұрын
Why there is no mentioning about the length of a new strut? From the factory, they come inflated and thus extended. So you can't put them right in without deflating with a STAR diagnostics tool! This is totally different story then. Waste of time if trying to put without the costly STAR tool!
@masood-tv24 күн бұрын
Hello Igor, I did not omit any procedural steps in the video. No need for Star.
@robertopinotti74079 ай бұрын
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@patricwell833511 ай бұрын
Where did you buy the suspension from
@masood-tv11 ай бұрын
Please go to 0:48 second of the video.
@RoKnPearlsz Жыл бұрын
Masood, where are you located?
@masood-tv Жыл бұрын
Hi Shannon, I am currently in NY.
@ShugaDaddy117 Жыл бұрын
Mmmm
@importautospecialistsias41082 ай бұрын
Man I wish u speak up a little.
@masood-tv2 ай бұрын
Sorry, will definitely keep that in mind in future videos. Thanks for the feedback.