ARNOTT A-2755 User Manual REV 1

A-2755

ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 2003-2010

BMW 5 SERIES WAGON (E61)

Congratulations on your purchase of an Arnott® air suspension product. We at Arnott Incorporated are proud
to offer a high quality product at the industry’s most competitive pricing. Thank you for your condence in us

and our product.

Proper installation is essential to experience and appreciate the benets of this system. Please take a moment

to review these installation instructions before you begin to install these components on your vehicle. The

removal and installation of air suspension products should only be performed by a fully qualied, ASE

Certied, professional.

It is equally important to be aware of all necessary safety measures while installing your new Air Suspension

System. This includes proper lifting and immobilizing of the vehicle and isolation of any stored energy to

prevent personal injury or property damage.

"Engineered to Ride, Built to Last®"

WARNING:

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.

The air suspension system is under pressure (up to 10 bar, or 150 lbf/in). Verify pressure has been relieved

KIT CONTAINS:

PARTS LIST

P/N QTY DESCRIPTION

21-7974 1 ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

21-7980 1 INSTRUCTION PACKET

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 [e-mail].

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BMW 5 SERIES WAGON (E61)

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Reading this manual signies your agreement to the terms of the general release, waiver of liability, and hold harmless agreement,
the full text of which is available at www.arnottinc.com.

• Not to be stored below 5oF (-15oC) or above 122oF (50oC).

• Avoid damage to air lines and cables.

• Removal and installation is only to be performed by fully qualied personnel.

• Use car manufacturer’s diagnostic software.

CAUTION:

in the instructions or in a different sequence.

Damage to the vehicle and air suspension system can be incurred if work is carried out in a manner other than specied

To avoid the possibility of short circuits while working with electric components consult your owner's manual on how to
disconnect your battery.

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.

AIR SPRING REMOVAL

1. SET STEERING TO STRAIGHT AHEAD.

2. RAISE VEHICLE.

3. REMOVE REAR WHEEL. (FIGURE 1)

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FIGURE 1

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ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 2003-2010

BMW 5 SERIES WAGON (E61)

4. LOOSEN AND REMOVE THE FASTENERS HOLDING THE INNER FENDER WELL AND THE REAR LOWER
PLASTIC SHIELD TO EXPOSE THE VEHICLE’S AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR. (FIGURE 2)

FIGURE 2

5. LOCATE THE VALVE BLOCK NEAR THE COMPRESSOR ON THE RIGHT REAR SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. REMOVE
THE APPLICABLE AIR LINE TO DEFLATE THE REAR AIR SPRING. (FIGURE 3)

FIGURE 3

6. PULL UP ON THE LOWER PISTON TO FREE IT FROM THE LOWER AIR SPRING PERCH. (FIGURE 4)

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FIGURE 4

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ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 2003-2010

BMW 5 SERIES WAGON (E61)

7. ROTATE THE TOP MOUNT CLOCKWISE TO UNLOCK THE AIR SPRING FROM THE VEHICLE. (FIGURE 5)

FIGURE 5

8. REMOVE THE AIR FITTING FROM THE AIR SPRING. REMOVE THE AIR FITTING FROM THE AIR LINE AND
DISCARD. (FIGURE 6)

FIGURE 6

AIR SPRING INSTALLATION

Tighten all nuts and bolts to manufacturer's specications during the installation process.

Do not remove the air tting from the air spring. Doing so may cause damage and/or void warranty. Remove the white
shipping pin from the new air tting and insert the air line until fully seated.

1. INSTALLATION IS IN REVERSE ORDER OF AIR SPRING REMOVAL.

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