Compatible with A-2642 Air Spring

Fairly easy to install have faith. The problem is if you cannot extend it and you try to use a jack to lower the bottom of the suspension, you will need to recalibrate your suspension.

It is much cheaper than the oem, and absolutely no error codes. Would definitely buy again, but it has a lifetime warranty, so I’m safe.

After researching a bunch of videos online about "sagging rear suspension" on my 2016 BMW X5, I decided it looked easy enough to do on my own. All the youtubers and forum members testified that buying these Arnott air bags are better than the BMW OEM bags becuse they are sturdier and have a longer warranty. So just like all the videos I mangaged to replace these on my own. Im definitely not somebody who likes working on cars, but I had enough tools to do the job. Doesnt equire much tools anyways as long as you can safely jack your car up (I needed to borrow some jackstands and proper jack from my buddy). All you really need to replace the bags are a 10mm wrench for the airline. Scariest part is jacking the SUV up from the differential which I have never done before. Just watch all the youtube videos online for guidance.

After reading the reviews and watching installation videos (Arnott and others), it was clear this install would not be too difficult to perform with a few tools. The hardest part about this install was getting the top of this air spring aligned correctly to the opening in the recess of the vehicle for the retaining tabs. Otherwise, all went well and has made the X5 much more comfortable to ride in. In my particular case, I found the pneumatic pressure reducing solenoid (part of the compressor package) was getting stuck open so the original air springs were occasionally found to be reducing all the way. Unfortunately, driving the vehicle in that condition (no ability to pressure up the bags) finally killed my OEM air springs. After repairing the reducing solenoid and replacing the OEM air springs with these, the car has not sagged in the rear and rides very smooth.

Compré en mayo del 2021 supuestamente debe durar de 6 a 8 años voy 4 con las arnot pero ya me amaneció un día caído lado derecho pero al aplastar el botón de abrir las puertas automáticamente se nivela o se infla no ha vuelto a suceder pero ya voy a revisar con agua con espuma

Hi, I ordered this as an international customer form US, I am driving BMW x6 F16 x35i, I took out the fuse 40 A from the fuse box at the back … used 3 ton jack lifter and 6 ton jack stands, then removed the cover at the passenger side as per Arnott web site video installation guide. I would recommend you only to remove the fuse if you have Carly or any kind of programmer, otherwise you have to disconnect the battery or the car will register the Air suspension fault , and you have to erase it. disconnected the solenoid valve and loose the nuts 10mm but not to remove completely this step can be done if you have air in the balloon , if you have a saggy balloons then you can neglect this step , then removed the old air balloon first the bottom side form the air suspension seat then twist the balloon clock wise , you remove the air line buy removing the fittings and discard them, you don't use the old fittings on the new one, you insert the air line hose to the new fittings with a long nose all way , till you feel you reach the end , then gently pull back the air hose to make sure it is not moving anymore, the very important thing I erased the faults while the car is on the jacks , and switch it on but the air balloons did not work …. my co worker suggested to install the tires and put the car back on its wheels and suddenly the air compressor work and I couldn't understand why. took a test drive and I hope it will last for two years as the original one.

These suspension bags fit a 2013 X5 xdrive50i with no issues (direct fitment). They look a little slimmer in diameter than the originals that were pulled out but it could be the old ones were a little stretched after 100k miles. The SUV was constantly settling in the rear and sometimes triggers the alarm. It was a sign that they were done and need replacement. While searching for OEM, the prices as usual were too high. For the two bags it was around $700. To replace, make sure to read the directions. A common mistake people make is that they remove air line fitting from the new bags thinking that it’s better to use the existing ones from BMW. That will not work! (If removed, they will strip and create a leak in the future). The line fittings on the Arnott bags are calibrated and torqued to spec. They should not be removed. Directions: 1. Remove the shield cover under the front passenger side. 2. Unplug the power from the compressor (motor) relay to relieve air pressure 3. Compress and remove rear air bags by twisting clockwise. 4. Remove air line fitting using a 10mm wrench 5. Using nose pliers, remove the collet at the tip or break open 6. Slide the threaded portion out 7. Clean the air line from dust and debris, then run the line through your existing boot into the indentation of the bag. The Arnott bags do not come with plastic boots. 8. Insert the air line into fitting of the Arnott bag and press firmly until seated 9. Lightly pull on the line to ensure that it’s secure in place 10. Place bag into the notch on top and twist counterclockwise 11. Plug the relay back into place 12. Install dust cover 13. Grab your key and walk next to driver door or open door and turn vehicle on. You will hear the motor running as the rear starts to raise up. Also known as pneumatic spring or Rear Air Spring. For vehicles with Self-leveling suspension (Arnott Part #: ARN-A2642). BMW OEM# 37126790079. The recommendation is to replace both especially at high mileage. Height measurements prior to install 30 inches. After 32 inches on both sides. DIY should take 1-3 hours. Tools used: 8mm and 10 mm socket, ratchet, nose pliers, screwdriver, 10mm wrench, jack and jack stands.

Purchased from Amazon, paid for installation just to find out product was defective, air spring had a leak. Had to pay again for removal and re purchase item. Out 678.21 in additional labor