ARNOTT SK-2461 User Manual REV 2

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ARNOTT REMANUFACTURED

REAR LEFT ABC STRUT FOR

2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (AMG)
2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

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:

hydraulic system completely before starting any work. Wear protective clothing and eye protection. When disengaging
hydraulic lines without rst depressurizing the system, dangerous skin or eye injuries may occur.

The hydraulic suspension system is under pressure (in excess of 200 bar, or 2900 PSI). Depressurize the

KIT CONTAINS:

PARTS LIST

P/N QTY DESCRIPTION

21-4973 1 ARNOTT REMANUFACTURED REAR LEFT ABC STRUT

21-7298 1 ACCESSORY KIT

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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2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

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) and above 122oF (50oC).

• Avoid damage to hydraulic lines and cables.

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

• Use car manufacturer’s diagnostic software.

CAUTION:

software is required to re-pressurize the hydraulic system after strut installation.

Work is to be performed by a factory trained mechanic; failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle. Diagnostic

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 vehicles 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.

ABC STRUT REMOVAL

1. REMOVE THE STRUT COVER LOCATED ON THE REAR DECK.

2. DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND REMOVE THE THREE (3) NUTS ON THE TOP OF THE
STRUT. (FIGURE A)

3. SET STEERING TO STRAIGHT AHEAD.

4. RAISE VEHICLE.

5. REMOVE REAR WHEEL.

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FIGURE A

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REAR LEFT ABC STRUT FOR

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2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

6. BLEED OFF HYDRAULIC PRESSURE. OPEN BLEED SCREW CAREFULLY SO THAT THE HYDRAULIC FLUID CAN
DRAIN OUT SLOWLY TO PREVENT THE STRUT FROM COLLAPSING TOO RAPIDLY. (FIGURE B)

FIGURE B

7. DISCONNECT THE HYDRAULIC LINE QUICK-RELEASE COUPLING FROM THE STRUT (ENSURE THAT NO DIRT
ENTERS THE OPENED QUICK-RELEASE FITTING). (FIGURE C)

FIGURE C

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2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

8. REMOVE TWO (2) BOLTS ON THE BACKSIDE OF THE CALIPER. (FIGURE D)

FIGURE D

9.

10.

REMOVE THE RETAINING CLIP. (FIGURE E)

FIGURE E

REMOVE THE BRAKE PAD SENSOR BRACKET (PASSENGER SIDE ONLY). (FIGURE F)

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FIGURE F

ARNOTT REMANUFACTURED

2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (AMG)
2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

11. SECURE THE CALIPER. (FIGURE G)

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FIGURE G

12. REMOVE THE NUT TO

13.

DISASSEMBLE THE OUTER SUSPENSION ARM. (FIGURE I)

DISCONNECT THE TRAVEL SENSOR. (FIGURE H)

FIGURE H

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FIGURE I

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2002-2006 MERCEDES-BENZ CL-CLASS (AMG)

14. REMOVE THE BOLT AND NUT CONNECTING THE STRUT ASSEMBLY TO THE LOWER SUSPENSION ARM.
(FIGURE J)

FIGURE J

15.
ARM TO SWING DOWN). (FIGURE K)

LOOSEN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BOLT SLIGHTLY, DO NOT REMOVE (THIS WILL ALLOW THE LOWER CONTROL

FIGURE K

16.

17. STRUT REMOVAL COMPLETE.

REMOVE STRUT ASSEMBLY FROM CAR.

ABC STRUT INSTALLATION

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

Please refer to your vehicle manufacturer's service manual for re-pressurizing the ABC

Work is to be performed by a factory trained mechanic; failure to do so may cause damge to the vehicle. Diagnostic
software is required to re-pressurize the hydraulic system after strut installation.

1. INSTALLATION IS IN REVERSE ORDER OF ABC STRUT REMOVAL.

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hydraulic suspension system.