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    <text>P-3725</text>
    <text>AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR</text>
    <text>FOR 2006-2013 MERCEDES-BENZ R-CLASS (W251)</text>
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    	<image file="..//P-3725/P-3725_001.jpg" alt="P-3725 Air Suspension Compressor" title="P-3725 Air Suspension Compressor" />
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      <text>
        The air suspension system is under pressure (up to 10 bar, or 150 lbf/in). Verify pressure has been relieved and disconnect power to the air suspension system prior to disassembly. Do not allow dirt or grease to enter the system. Always wear standard hand, ear, and eye protection when servicing the air suspension system. 
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    <headline_large_left>GENERAL INFORMATION:</headline_large_left>
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    <disclaimer>
      Reading this manual signifies your agreement to the terms of the general release, waiver of liability, and hold harmless agreement, the full text of which is available at
    </disclaimer>
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    <list_item>Not to be stored below 5&#176;F (-15&#176;C) or above 122&#176;F (50&#176;C).</list_item>
    <list_item>Avoid damage to air lines and cables.</list_item>
    <list_item>Removal and installation is only to be performed by fully qualified personnel.</list_item>
    <list_item>Use car manufacturer’s diagnostic software.</list_item>
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    <caution>
      Damage to the vehicle and air suspension system can be incurred if work is carried out in a manner other than specified
in the instructions or in a different sequence.
    </caution>
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    <warning>
      <image file="..//ManualImages/warning_symbol.png"  alt="Warning" title="Warning"/>
      <text>
         To avoid the possibility of short circuits while working with electric components consult your owner's manual on how to
disconnect your battery.
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    </warning>
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    <warning>
      <image file="..//ManualImages/warning_symbol.png"  alt="Warning" title="Warning"/>
      <text>
         Consult your vehicle owner's manual, service manual, or car dealer for the correct jacking points on your vehicle and for
additional care, safety and maintenance instructions. Under no circumstances should any work be completed underneath
the vehicle if it is not adequately supported, as serious injuries and death can occur.
      </text>
    </warning>
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    <headline_large_left>AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR REMOVAL</headline_large_left>
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 	<text>
 		1. Set steering to straight ahead.
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 		2. Lift vehicle and remove front right wheel. (FIGURE 1)
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 		3. Remove the fasteners and front inner wheel well liner from the vehicle to expose the vehicle's air suspension compressor. (FIGURES 2, 3, 4, 5)
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    <dbl_image file1="..//P-3725/P-3725_003.jpg" alt1="FIGURE 2" title1="FIGURE 2" caption1="FIGURE 2" file2="..//P-3725/P-3725_004.jpg" alt2="FIGURE 3" title2="FIGURE 3" caption2="FIGURE 3" />
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 		4. Locate and disconnect the two (2) electrical connectors from the compressor. (FIGURES 6, 7)
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 		5. Locate and slowly remove the air line from the compressor. Remove the air line fitting from the air hose and discard. (FIGURES 8, 9)
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 		6. Locate the larger rubber hose leading to the compressor. Pinch and slide the hose clamp off of the air fitting and remove the air hose. (FIGURES 10, 11)
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 		7. Locate and remove the three (3) mounting nuts to remove the compressor from the vehicle. (FIGURES 12, 13, 14, 15)
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    <dbl_image file1="..//P-3725/P-3725_015.jpg" alt1="FIGURE 14" title1="FIGURE 14" caption1="FIGURE 14" file2="..//P-3725/P-3725_016.jpg" alt2="FIGURE 15" title2="FIGURE 15" caption2="FIGURE 15" />
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  	<text>
  		8. Removal complete.
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    <headline_large_left>AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION</headline_large_left>
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    <warning>
      <image file="..//ManualImages/warning_symbol.png"  alt="Warning" title="Warning"/>
      <text>
         Tighten all nuts and bolts to manufacturer's specifications during the installation process.
      </text>
    </warning>
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    <warning>
      <image file="..//ManualImages/warning_symbol.png"  alt="Warning" title="Warning"/>
      <text>
         Do not remove the air fitting from the air suspension compressor. Doing so may cause damage and/or void warranty.
Remove the white shipping pin from the new air fitting and insert the air line until fully seated.
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    </warning>
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  	<text>
  		1. Installation is in the reverse order of air compressor removal using factory mounting hardware.
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	<headline_large>WARNING</headline_large>
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	<headline_medium>CRACKED AIR SPRINGS MUST BE CHANGED
TO VALIDATE THE WARRANTY ON THE COMPRESSOR</headline_medium>
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<section>
	<headline_medium>PLEASE READ ADDITIONAL WARRANTY INFORMATION ON THE BACK OF YOUR INVOICE</headline_medium>
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    <trpl_image file1="..//P-3725/P-3725_017.jpg" alt1="Cracked Air Spring" title1="Cracked Air Spring" caption1="" file2="..//P-3725/P-3725_018.jpg" alt2="Cracked Air Spring" title2="Cracked Air Spring" caption2="" file3="..//P-3725/P-3725_019.jpg" alt3="Cracked Air Spring" title3="Cracked Air Spring" caption3=""/>
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	<headline_medium_left>PROPER PROCEDURE FOR ASSESSING YOUR AIR SPRINGS CONDITION:</headline_medium_left>
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	<text>
		1. Turn off air suspension switch if equipped.
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	<text>
		2. Refer to owner’s manual for proper lifting techniques and jacking points.
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	<text>
		3. Raise the vehicle.
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	<text>
		4. Inspect air springs for any type of cracks or excessive wear. Cracks in air springs are evident if
they are leaking. This will cause the compressor to overheat from continuous operation.
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    <disclaimer>
   		Arnott® is committed to the quality of its products. If you have a question or problem with any Arnott product, please contact Arnott by calling 800-251-8993 during normal business hours or email
    </disclaimer>
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  	<partNumber>P-3725</partNumber>
  	<revision>REV 1</revision>
  	<date>09/20/2021</date>
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