Thread: Air to coil springs

Originally Posted by Mick_Marsh

Was following a nice Defender 130 with air suspension a couple of weeks ago.
My two Mercs both have air suspension. Nothing rides like air.


I wonder what is involved in converting it?
What are you doing with the old bits you take off John?

Mick,

I will let you know if I find any bits that look like they can be used.

John

Originally Posted by Dougal

...... I wonder if that section of the height sensors are worn out?

Nope. In my experience a worn section of a height sensor (intermittant loss of contact) will throw a soft fault... EAS light will start flashing and system will freeze, - at least if it happens whilst locked in Standard Height - middle button. I leave it at standard height simply to save wear & tear on the overworked pump...

Mine is doing that more and more, meaning I'm going to get off my posterior and do something about it.

I think the sensors can be swapped side to side, to utilise the other resistance track. As mine is very sensitive to wet weather, I reckon moisture is getting into the unit and doing the damage. Swapping may not work for me.

Going down on one side is more likely a leak. Bubble mixture for kids is a great way to find them!

Great info, thanks.
Which EAS light starts flashing?

Mine is quite low km (170,000) but at all heights except high the LH side hangs about an inch lower than the right.

This one...
- My mistake, I thought yours went down (standing) on one side.... If it is consistantly low, then the calibration is amiss. - Either the Unlock Suite or Kicker can re-set it.
This lamp flashes for a fault, and stays lit if the system is unplugged at the Diagnostic plug. - Or if mine is turned OFF via my Secret Switch. It also indicates that you're in HIGH mode, I think.