hey I just wanted to let you know how much this video helped me converting my airmatic to coilovers that stupid ball join just wouldnt budge until I tried your method of removing the torx45 with the 13 hex nut. I mean even then there was still ample pressure on the ball joint but that thing would not have come off if I followed all the other videos ive seen on how to remove the strut. Thank you so much, this tutorial was God sent
This is great, air suspension is nice but if you don't want unreliable suspension coilovers are a great solution that will be a lot cheaper in the long run as long as you protect them from rust
Hi & thank you for the video. I just watched the video,, & my front end is low. Don't know why. the "airmatic visit shop" light on dash board. I think the compressor is not working. After turning the key over without starting the car, I hear a sound like the compressor trying to come on but doesn't come on.. so I'm asking your advice, should I just get the compressor replaced? it is underneath the passenger side under the hood right? And the next question I had was since the rear suspension has not lowered, can I just switch the front air shocks to BC coils out & and leave the rear the way it is?
The compressor is located on the driver side behind the front fender. You'll see it in this video at 2:50. I didn't remove the compressor at the time of shooting the video because I was rushing to just swap out the suspension pieces, but I eventually came back and removed it later. Since you hear the compressor trying to turn on but doesn't air up, I'm not sure if it would be a faulty compressor or a leak somewhere that's causing the front to be low. This is the reason why I replaced everything and just converted to a coilover suspension setup to avoid the hassle of future problems. I'm not sure if you can swap just the fronts since I never tried it myself.
@@bigtimlikewhoa thank you for your response.. do you mind telling me what's the brand you use to transfer over to the coils? Thank you in advance you're so kind 😊
Hello friend, did it work for you to change only the 2 in front and leave the airbags in the back? I have the same question. I want to know if I can only change the rear suspension and leave the airbags in front.
redbaron2448 I took off the bottom nut connected to the lower control arm. Yea you don't have to remove this, but it makes it a breeze to remove/replace the full air strut because of the wiggle room it creates and only takes 30 seconds to remove, if that.
Hey thx you for the video. But how do you block and bypass the sensor module so that there are no warning in the instrument cluster? Please advice really need this info
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
@@bigtimlikewhoaWell, that works for getting rid of the suspension warning, and now it throws a display malfunction warning. Now what? I just put the fuse back in, and push the steering wheel button when it comes up. Says off until I start car again. There is a module you can buy, but it is not very easy to install, and you have to run a power wire into the fuse box. Kinda hokey, and I have one, but did not want to be cutting into my Mercedes's wiring. Wasted the extra 300 dollars on that module with my kit. Lesson learned.
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
The BC coilovers ride surprisingly close compared to the airmatic suspension at the settings I have (middle 16 clicks). You do feel the road a little bit more on the coilovers which is a personal preference of mine, but you can always tweak the dampening to softer settings to get it as close as you can to the airmatic feel.
Hi & thank you for the video. I just watched the video,, & my front end is low. Don't know why. the "airmatic visit shop" light on dash board. I think the compressor is not working. After turning the key over without starting the car, I hear a sound like the compressor trying to come on but doesn't come on.. so I'm asking your advice, should I just get the compressor replaced? it is underneath the passenger side under the hood right? And the next question I had was since the rear suspension has not lowered, can I just switch the front air shocks to BC coils out & and leave the rear the way it is?
Hey quick question is your e500 awd or rwd, I have the same coil but my mechanic said they won't fit, and I found out it says for rwd. So I'm curious would I have to get ones for awd e500, or just use this same method?
@@stakkmoney83nyc Oh you know what... NVM. I believe that part number is for the Wagon AWD. I'm not too sure if it will fit the sedans. Sorry bud. I'll try look into it more. I could've sworn they had it before.
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
@@bigtimlikewhoa Well, that works for getting rid of the suspension warning, and now it throws a display malfunction warning. Now what? I just put the fuse back in, and push the steering wheel button when it comes up. Says off until I start car again. There is a module you can buy, but it is not very easy to install, and you have to run a power wire into the fuse box. Kinda hokey, and I have one, but did not want to be cutting into my Mercedes's wiring. Wasted the extra 300 dollars on that module with my kit. Lesson learned.
Brian Money some designs are going to be different even though they are for the E500. For example if you watched both parts of my video, in part 2 I showed that I had to purchase rear control arms made for an E320/E350 with a coilspring suspension to make the BC Coilovers work. Other companies are very similar to the BC Coilover set up, but not all.
@@bigtimlikewhoa What about the adjustable shock and adjustment on the springs. Did all this come together in the same kit. And if you can send me exactly what you ordered. With the control arms and price.
initialB 240 I would've loved to kept the airmatic suspension on this vehicle, but the suspension has been fixed before. Problems just kept eventually coming back so we decided to just go ahead and convert it to be done with it. It's been great so far!
bigtimlikewhoa Is there a way for non-mechanically gifted owners to make the Airmatic last longer? What about the Bilstein aftermarket air suspension for the E500? Do you know if it’s more reliable than the stock?
@@MrGeorgeScatos it was, coiloverdepot.com/products/03-09-mercedes-benz-e-class-w211-bc-coilovers-br-type?gclid=Cj0KCQjwocPnBRDFARIsAJJcf96TtpPKYI1yxAbf0UG1gXqNgRDhedqlHJIoK2SAu6x714FvxTiN8hAaAuzbEALw_wcB
redbaron2448 I don't see why not. Never really thought about it. I suggest being prepared to do the rears regardless because they will eventually go out if they're not already.
Can I pay you 2 do mines I have a 2003 e 500 I don’t want air suspension anymore I’m currently on the ground 😢 I’m in Michigan are you close by I pay cash 💵 🙏
I just call bc racing. They don’t have the kit for 4 matic. They say on you tub they Modified But the kid coming right out the box it does not fit so is your Mercedes a 4 matic
Couldn't agree with you more. All their parts seems to start breaking over 100k miles. This car never gave us any problems until right around 120k. That's when all warranties/extended warranties ended lol.
hey I just wanted to let you know how much this video helped me converting my airmatic to coilovers
that stupid ball join just wouldnt budge until I tried your method of removing the torx45 with the 13 hex nut. I mean even then there was still ample pressure on the ball joint but that thing would not have come off if I followed all the other videos ive seen on how to remove the strut.
Thank you so much, this tutorial was God sent
No problem bud! Glad that my video helped you!
For some reason I can't find 2 and I am getting ready to change the rear suspension on mine...
here you go! ruclips.net/video/1zXRjflSm2U/видео.htmlfeature=shared
Great video. The way you explain is great. And you not cussing. I’m trying to look up the company you are using for your conversation kit
This also applies to W219 body as well. Thanks for the write up! 👍
No problem! I hope it helps you!
This is great, air suspension is nice but if you don't want unreliable suspension coilovers are a great solution that will be a lot cheaper in the long run as long as you protect them from rust
Will this work on my 2002 S430 THE AIR SUSPENION is gone?? Ready to convert
I watch it again I can’t find the company you brought yours from. Can you give me a link please
Hi & thank you for the video. I just watched the video,, & my front end is low. Don't know why. the "airmatic visit shop" light on dash board. I think the compressor is not working. After turning the key over without starting the car, I hear a sound like the compressor trying to come on but doesn't come on.. so I'm asking your advice, should I just get the compressor replaced? it is underneath the passenger side under the hood right? And the next question I had was since the rear suspension has not lowered, can I just switch the front air shocks to BC coils out & and leave the rear the way it is?
The compressor is located on the driver side behind the front fender. You'll see it in this video at 2:50. I didn't remove the compressor at the time of shooting the video because I was rushing to just swap out the suspension pieces, but I eventually came back and removed it later. Since you hear the compressor trying to turn on but doesn't air up, I'm not sure if it would be a faulty compressor or a leak somewhere that's causing the front to be low. This is the reason why I replaced everything and just converted to a coilover suspension setup to avoid the hassle of future problems. I'm not sure if you can swap just the fronts since I never tried it myself.
@@bigtimlikewhoa thank you for your response.. do you mind telling me what's the brand you use to transfer over to the coils? Thank you in advance you're so kind 😊
@@bevhoney-b2184 brand I went with is BC-Racing shop.bcracing-na.com/
Hello friend, did it work for you to change only the 2 in front and leave the airbags in the back? I have the same question. I want to know if I can only change the rear suspension and leave the airbags in front.
How is the ride tho? Rough?
Anybody got a link to these?
If you only change rear to coil overs how do you jump the electrical plugs so compressor runs?
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21 mm what kind of bolt
On the circled picture 7:11min lower control arm did you take off the bottom bolt or that top hex nut Bolt?
Nevermind I got it without taking the bolt out
redbaron2448 I took off the bottom nut connected to the lower control arm. Yea you don't have to remove this, but it makes it a breeze to remove/replace the full air strut because of the wiggle room it creates and only takes 30 seconds to remove, if that.
he ordered the e320 coilover conversion kit?
Hey thx you for the video. But how do you block and bypass the sensor module so that there are no warning in the instrument cluster? Please advice really need this info
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
bigtimlikewhoa thx for the info, I watched your other video there’s a module right it comes with the new suspension replacement?
@@Sijimunitravelandadventure no module needed. All you need to do is remove the said fuse.
@@bigtimlikewhoaWell, that works for getting rid of the suspension warning, and now it throws a display malfunction warning. Now what? I just put the fuse back in, and push the steering wheel button when it comes up. Says off until I start car again. There is a module you can buy, but it is not very easy to install, and you have to run a power wire into the fuse box. Kinda hokey, and I have one, but did not want to be cutting into my Mercedes's wiring. Wasted the extra 300 dollars on that module with my kit. Lesson learned.
Good job! Do u have any dash lights on ?
did you ever find out?
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
HEY WHAT TOOL DID YOU USE TO TAKE THE 13MM BOLT OFF AT 7:10
Are you talking about the sway bar endlink nut? Or the three 13mm nuts holding the upper control arm ball joint?
Great review. Will be doing the conversion in the near future.
How do you like the ride with the coilovers compared to the airmatic suspension?
The BC coilovers ride surprisingly close compared to the airmatic suspension at the settings I have (middle 16 clicks). You do feel the road a little bit more on the coilovers which is a personal preference of mine, but you can always tweak the dampening to softer settings to get it as close as you can to the airmatic feel.
Hi & thank you for the video. I just watched the video,, & my front end is low. Don't know why. the "airmatic visit shop" light on dash board. I think the compressor is not working. After turning the key over without starting the car, I hear a sound like the compressor trying to come on but doesn't come on.. so I'm asking your advice, should I just get the compressor replaced? it is underneath the passenger side under the hood right? And the next question I had was since the rear suspension has not lowered, can I just switch the front air shocks to BC coils out & and leave the rear the way it is?
Change whole suspension to coilover
Does this apply for the W212? 2011 E550?
Hey quick question is your e500 awd or rwd, I have the same coil but my mechanic said they won't fit, and I found out it says for rwd. So I'm curious would I have to get ones for awd e500, or just use this same method?
Is this a e500 rwd or awd
This E500 is a rwd
@@bigtimlikewhoa ok ty ... can you tell me what bc coilovers fit a e500 awd
@@stakkmoney83nyc It would be the BC Coilovers part # J-31-BR
@@bigtimlikewhoa ty cuz I just call bc n they said they don't carry anything for my car
@@stakkmoney83nyc Oh you know what... NVM. I believe that part number is for the Wagon AWD. I'm not too sure if it will fit the sedans. Sorry bud. I'll try look into it more. I could've sworn they had it before.
Do you get any signs on the display. About the air suspensions after converting to normal shocks?
All you need to do is pull the fuse F037 from the driver side dash fuse box. (Literally on the side of the dash when you open the driver side door). It eliminates the airmatic warnings and visit workshop warnings etc.. I don't recommend taking the negative terminal off of the battery, but it might help. So do that at your own risk if you choose to. Hope this helps!
@@bigtimlikewhoa Well, that works for getting rid of the suspension warning, and now it throws a display malfunction warning. Now what? I just put the fuse back in, and push the steering wheel button when it comes up. Says off until I start car again. There is a module you can buy, but it is not very easy to install, and you have to run a power wire into the fuse box. Kinda hokey, and I have one, but did not want to be cutting into my Mercedes's wiring. Wasted the extra 300 dollars on that module with my kit. Lesson learned.
Can you someone send me the link to the 2006 E 500 RWD coil over kits ?
Do u remember where you purchased the kit and how much it was cause this air suspension shit has been pissing me off for months
www.strutmasters.com
Which bc coilovers did you use?
Can you put any coilover on the e500
Brian Money Hey bud, the coilovers are application/vehicle specific coilovers for the E500. You can't just get any other ones.
bigtimlikewhoa
I understand that I mean any brand of coilover fir the e500 and it wont cause you a problem when installing
Brian Money some designs are going to be different even though they are for the E500. For example if you watched both parts of my video, in part 2 I showed that I had to purchase rear control arms made for an E320/E350 with a coilspring suspension to make the BC Coilovers work. Other companies are very similar to the BC Coilover set up, but not all.
bigtimlikewhoa
Ty thats what I meant to ask
@@bigtimlikewhoa
What about the adjustable shock and adjustment on the springs. Did all this come together in the same kit. And if you can send me exactly what you ordered. With the control arms and price.
So your installing coilovers on both sides right (front and rear)? And the Bc are adjustable right? Thank you
rex jonhdeer yes I'm installing both front and rear. This is a 2-part video. Part 1 is front and part 2 I did the rears.
Need part 2
It’s in my channel. Check it out in there
I have same problem !! Can you write the part number please
been looking at coils for the s class. these should be similar. id leave the original stuff in there though.
initialB 240 I would've loved to kept the airmatic suspension on this vehicle, but the suspension has been fixed before. Problems just kept eventually coming back so we decided to just go ahead and convert it to be done with it. It's been great so far!
bigtimlikewhoa Is there a way for non-mechanically gifted owners to make the Airmatic last longer?
What about the Bilstein aftermarket air suspension for the E500? Do you know if it’s more reliable than the stock?
NICE JOB I HAVE THE SAME CAR WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WHATS THE PART NUMBER FOR YOUR COILOVER KIT
www.strutmasters.com
@@MrGeorgeScatos mmmm thats not the coilovers he put on there..
@@giovannikroon95 Fair enough. It was an option. Was it BC Racing Custom Coilovers he put on?
@@MrGeorgeScatos it was, coiloverdepot.com/products/03-09-mercedes-benz-e-class-w211-bc-coilovers-br-type?gclid=Cj0KCQjwocPnBRDFARIsAJJcf96TtpPKYI1yxAbf0UG1gXqNgRDhedqlHJIoK2SAu6x714FvxTiN8hAaAuzbEALw_wcB
@@giovannikroon95 Awesome, and many thanks for the link!
Here's a crazy question can you just replace the front with BC and then leave the Rears airmatic bags?
redbaron2448 I don't see why not. Never really thought about it. I suggest being prepared to do the rears regardless because they will eventually go out if they're not already.
Where is part 2?
Look in my channel
seen.. very nice too..
Can I pay you 2 do mines I have a 2003 e 500 I don’t want air suspension anymore I’m currently on the ground 😢 I’m in Michigan are you close by I pay cash 💵 🙏
I just call bc racing. They don’t have the kit for 4 matic. They say on you tub they Modified But the kid coming right out the box it does not fit so is your Mercedes a 4 matic
Pop the hood A lol
first
2nd.
what a fuckin gimick that air suspension. focus more on reliability & less on gimmicks German dudes
Couldn't agree with you more. All their parts seems to start breaking over 100k miles. This car never gave us any problems until right around 120k. That's when all warranties/extended warranties ended lol.