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one axle air suspension issue

Posted: Fri May 08, 2020 7:33 pm
by bristol e53 timmo
hi all
ive had a good look around onhere but icannot see anything re theissue im having on my 2005 30 diesel .
Basically compressor works but im getting the warning air susp inactive now. although it pumps up to level the ride after ive discharged the air from the system( i stripped it down to test ) it will not for example drop downfrom that ride height at all either during driving or even if left for days . in other words it willmaintain at a height but will not vary either for load differences or driving . ride quality feels very hard and choppy. :D i did find the desicate filter was indeed wet and so replaced the water absorbing material within which made no difference .
Any pointers would be welcome thanks.

Re: one axle air suspension issue

Posted: Fri May 08, 2020 10:18 pm
by Themoog2
Is the height sensor on the control arm knackered or rather, the linkages stuck.

Re: one axle air suspension issue

Posted: Sat May 09, 2020 8:23 am
by Greydog
Is your Battery OK "Susp Inact" is one of the common warnings that pop up when the battery is under duress at start up. Also check the suspension fuses I had a persistent warning on the 4.4 X5 both fuses were OK (or looked it) I changed them both and the problem went away ??

Also as has been said the ride height sensors can seize at the knuckle joint a good clean and some lubrication should fix it. Just make sure the knuckle faces the wheel when you put it back together.

Re: one axle air suspension issue

Posted: Sat May 09, 2020 10:27 am
by bristol e53 timmo
Thanks i will check ut as you suggest .
Best regards :D