GF32.22-P-0998A Contents, function description of AIRmatic 2.2.

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MODEL 220 except CODE (487a) Active body control (ABC)

AIRmatic, function GF32.22-P-0003A

AIRmatic, driver information Up to 31.8.1999 GF32.22-P-0003-01A

As of 1.9.1999 GF32.22-P-0003-01B
AIRmatic, location of pneumatic/hydraulic GF32.22-P-0003-02A
components
AIRmatic, location of electrical/electronic GF32.22-P-0003-03A
components
a CAN signals, AIRmatic control module AD32.22-P-2000-04A

Level control, function GF32.22-P-4005A

AIRmatic level adjustment, function Model 220 except H I GF32.22-P-4004B

Model 220 H I GF32.22-P-4004C
Pressure supply, function GF32.22-P-4010A

Adaptive damping system (ADS II), function GF32.32-P-0001B

Survey of AIRmatic system components, GF32.22-P-9999A

location/task/design/function

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AIRmatic, function

Adaptive damping system Level adjustment, function Level control, function

(ADS II), function

AIRmatic pressure supply, function

AIRmatic with ADS control

AIRmatic compressor unit AIRmatic main reservoir
module

Body acceleration Comfort and Level adjustment Air compressor Level control valve AIRmatic pressure
sensor sport switch switch unit sensor

Steering angle Damper valve Level sensor Spring strut

sensor

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 The AIRmatic system is a fully supporting air suspension system.
The system provides both static and dynamic support by means of
four air bellows located at the wheels.
The AIRmatic system also features the following additional functions:
 The level control allows both manual and speed-responsive,
automatic raising/lowering of the vehicle level.
 The electronic level control system controls the vehicle level
at the front and rear axles and ensures the vehicle level
remains constant according to the driving and vehicle loading
conditions.
 The "Adaptive Damping System" (ADS) changes the damping
forces according to the road conditions and driving style of the
driver. The road conditions are determined by vertical
acceleration pickups at the body of the vehicle. The driving
style (horizontal acceleration) is calculated using the vehicle
speed and turn angle.
Phased in as of 09/00, the damping is set to the sporty damping
level at vehicle speeds >160 km/h.
Advantages
 Higher level of driving safety and ride comfort due to:
- Adapting damping to road conditions and driving style.
- Low location of center of gravity.
- Low aerodynamic drag and therefore low fuel consumption.
- Less lift at front axle.
 Individual adaptation due to:
- Raising vehicle level for poor road surfaces or driveways.
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(Up to 08/99 ) 2 possible damping levels for comfortable or
sporty driving style.
(As of 09/99 )
3 possible damping levels for comfortable, sporty or
extremely sporty driving style.
 Driver information:
- Higher vehicle level and sporty damping level displayed by
means of indicator lamps in switches.
- Warning appears on multifunction display in instrument
cluster if vehicle level is too low.

Ground terminal 31 Level adjustment Upper control panel control Comfort and sport
switch (N72/1s2) module (N72/1) switch (N72/1s3)
Voltage terminal 30
Voltage terminal 87
CAN B
Left front body acceleration sensor
(B24/3) ESP control DI control ETC control
module module module
Right front body acceleration sensor (N47-5) (N73) (N15/3)
(B24/4)
Right rear body acceleration sensor CAN C
(B24/6)

Left front level sensor (B22/8)

Right front level sensor (B22/9) AIRmatic with ADS
Engine control module Jacket tube Instrument cluster (A1)
control module (N3/10)
Rear axle level sensor (B22/3) module (N80) multifunction display
(N51)
(A1p13)
AIRmatic pressure sensor (B7) Steering angle
sensor (N49) AIRmatic compressor
Left front axle damping valve unit (Y51) Air compressor relay unit (A9/1)
with solenoid valves (y1, y2) (K40/7kO ) Air compressor
(A9/1m1)
Right front axle damping valve unit Pressure release valve
(Y52) with solenoid valves (y1, y2) (A9/1y1)
Datalink connector
Left rear axle damping valve unit (Y53) (X11/4) Level control valve unit (Y36/6)
with solenoid valves (y1, y2) Front level control valves left, right
Right rear axle damping valve unit (y1, y2)
(Y54) with solenoid valves (y1, y2) Rear level control valves left, right
(y3, y4)
Main reservoir charge valve (y5)

Function overview In the AIRmatic control module, the input signals are converted into
The functions of the pneumatic closed loops are controlled using the output signals for the following components:
components of the electric/electronic system.
 4 level control valves
 1 main reservoir charge valve
The AIRmatic control module receives input signals from the  4 ADS damper valves (each with 2 solenoid valves)
following components:  Multifunction display in instrument cluster
 Indicator lamps in switches: ADS comfort and sport, level
 ESP control module (via CAN) adjustment
 Engine control module (via CAN)  Air compressor
 Transmission control module (via CAN)
 Instrument cluster (via CAN) The AIRmatic control module uses the input signals to decide which
 Steering angle sensor (via CAN) of the 3 functions must be controlled:
 ADS comfort and sport switch (via CAN)
 Level adjustment switch (via CAN)  Level adjustment
 Level control
 3 body acceleration sensors  ADS
 2 front axle level sensors
 1 rear axle level sensor
 1 AIRmatic pressure sensor
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 Voltage supply and ground Several control functions can be processed at the same time.

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 AIRmatic driver information up to 31.8.1999 GF32.22-P-0003-01A
as of 1.9.1999 GF32.22-P-0003-01B
AIRmatic, location of pneumatic/hydraulic GF32.22-P-0003-02A
components
AIRmatic, location of electric/electronic GF32.22-P-0003-03A
components
a AIRmatic control module CAN signals AD32.22-P-2000-04A

Level adjustment, function GF32.22-P-4005A

AIRmatic level adjustment, function Model 220 except I GF32.22-P-4004B

Model 220 I GF32.22-P-4004C
Adaptive damping system (ADS II), function GF32.32-P-0001B

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 GF32.22-P-0003-01A AIRmatic driver information
Various messages and indications for
AIRmatic and ADS are displayed on the
multifunction display in the instrument cluster
as well as in the comfort and sport switches.
A1p13 Multifunction display
N72/1s2 Level adjustment switch
N72/1s3 ADS comfort and sport switch
Turning on the ignition and starting the engine
When the ignition is turned on, the LEDs in the comfort and sport and
level adjustment switches light up and display the setting selected by
the driver before "Ignition OFF".
Display evaluation
If electrical faults occur in the AIRmatic or ADS system, the message
"AIRmatic GO TO GARAGE!" appears on the multifunction display
of the instrument cluster.
The fault is stored in the ADS suspension control module and can be
read out using the diagnosis tool.
If the vehicle level at the front axle is more than 50 mm (I 60 mm)
or more than 60 mm (I 70 mm) at the rear axle below the normal
level, a warning appears on the multifunction display in the
instrument cluster:
"AIRmatic STOP, CAR TOO LOW". The warning disappears again
when the level of the vehicle has risen to the normal level of 48 mm
or 58 mm (I 58 mm or 68 mm).
Emergency running
If a fault occurs in the adaptive damping system the ADS is switched
off. The damping is set to the hardest level.
If a fault occurs in the suspension system or level control system, the
system attempts to maintain the set vehicle level. Manual and
automatic level control are no longer possible.
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Comfort and sport switch (N72/1s3)
The ADS comfort and sport switch allows the driver to choose
between two damping maps. The red indicator lamp (LED) lights up
in the switch (N72/1s3) when the Sport position is selected.
Level adjustment switch (N72/1s2)
The level adjustment switch allows the driver to raise the vehicle level
by 25 mm (I 20 mm). The red indicator lamps (LEDs) in the switch
(N72/1s2) light up when the raised level switch position is selected.
The message "AIRmatic LIFTING VEHICLE" also appears on the
multifunction display in the instrument cluster.
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The message "AIRmatic LIFTING VEHICLE" is displayed until the
desired level is achieved.
If the system stops raising the level of the vehicle as a result of the
vehicle speed, the message "AIRmatic LEVEL SELECTION
CANCELED" appears for approx. 10 seconds in the instrument
cluster.
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If the vehicle is raised several times in succession, the air
compressor may switch off at times to prevent an overload. It may
then take an unusually long time to raise the vehicle level.
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 GF32.22-P-0003-01B AIRmatic, driver information
Various messages concerning the AIRmatic
and ADS are shown in the multifunction
display in the instrument cluster and in the
comfort and sport and level adjustment
switches.
A1p13 Multifunction display
N72/1s2 Level adjustment switch
N72/1s3 ADS comfort and sport switch
Switching on ignition and starting engine
When the ignition is switched on, the LEDs in the comfort and sport
and level adjustment switches light up and when the engine is
running indicate the setting selected prior to "ignition OFF".
Display rating
In the event of electrical faults in the AIRmatic or ADS system, the
following message appears on the multifunction display in the
instrument cluster: "AIRmatic VISIT WORKSHOP!"
The fault is stored in the ADS suspension control module and can be
read out using the diagnosis tool.
If the vehicle level at the front axle is more than 50 mm ( I 60 mm),
or at the rear axle more than 60 mm (I 70 mm) below the normal
level, the multifunction display in the instrument cluster displays the
warning:
"AIRmatic STOP, CAR TOO LOW". The display disappears again
when the level has risen back to 48 mm or 58 mm (I 58 mm or 68
mm) respectively below the normal level.
Limp-home function
A malfunction in the adaptive damping system causes the ADS to
shut down. The suspension is switched to the hardest setting.
In the event of a fault in the suspension system or in the level
adjustment system, the vehicle attempts to maintain the set level.
Manual and automatic level adjustments are no longer possible.
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Comfort and sport switch (N72/1s3)
The ADS comfort and sport switch is used to switch between three
suspension maps. With the switch at the "Sport I" setting, one red
indicator lamp (LED) in the switch (N72/1s3) lights up. With the
switch at the "Sport II" setting, both indicator lamps light up.
Level adjustment switch (N72/1s2)
This can be used to raise the vehicle level by 25 mm (I 20 mm).
The raised level switch position is indicated by the red indicator lamp
(LED) in the switch (N72/1s2). In addition, the multifunction display in
the instrument cluster displays: "AIRmatic VEHICLE RISING".
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As long as the multifunction display in the instrument cluster shows
the message: "AIRmatic VEHICLE RISING", the desired vehicle
level has not yet been reached.
If the raising of the vehicle is cancelled due to the driving speed, the
instrument cluster displays the following message for approx. 10 s: "
AIRmatic LEVEL SETTING CANCELLED".
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If the vehicle is raised several times in quick succession, it may
happen that the air compressor shuts down temporarily in order to
prevent an overload. The raising sequence will then take an
unusually long time.
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40 Front spring strut A9/1 AIRmatic compressor unit Y52 Right front axle damping valve unit
41 Rear spring strut Y36/6 Level control valve unit Y53 Left rear axle damping valve unit
42 AIRmatic central reservoir Y51 Left front axle damping valve unit Y54 Right rear axle damping valve unit

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A9/1 AIRmatic compressor unit B24/4 Right front body acceleration N72/1s3 Comfort and sport switch
A1p13 Multifunction display sensor S9/1 Stop lamp switch
B7 AIRmatic pressure sensor B24/6 Right rear body acceleration sensor X11/4 Data link connector
B22/3 Rear axle level sensor K40/7 Right front fuse and relay module Y36/6 Level control valve unit
B22/8 Left front level sensor kO AIRmatic compressor relay Y51 Left front axle damping valve unit
B22/9 Right front level sensor N49 Steering angle sensor Y52 Right front axle damping valve unit
B24/3 Left front body acceleration sensor N51 AIRmatic with ADS control module Y53 Left rear axle damping valve unit
N72/1s2 Level control switch Y54 Right rear axle damping valve unit

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 GF32.22-P-4005A Level control, function
MODEL 220
The AIRmatic at the front and rear axle is a fully supporting suspension system.Normal
An AIRmatic central reservoir for compressed air also enables the
vehicle level to be controlled when the engine is not running. In
addition the adjustment of the vehicle level is decoupled from the air
compressor.
Shut-off position function
If the unloading of all the wheels when the vehicle is stationary is
recognized by the control module, the spring strut valves are closed.
The vehicle therefore remains at the current level. This is required
when changing a wheel or for repair work (hoist) for example.
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Wake-up function (operating period approx. 1 minute)
The AIRmatic with ADS control module is "woken up" using the
remote control, door contact switches or trunk illumination switch in
order to check the current vehicle level for critical conditions (level
too low) and if necessary to raise the vehicle or lower it when
unloading.
If the vehicle level is lowered by more than 30 mm, it is raised to the
normal level by the reservoir (only with a reservoir pressure > 11
bar).
At a vehicle level of < -65 mm and even at a reservoir pressure of <
11 bar it is raised out of the "critical range" by the compressor to -63
mm (condition: battery voltage > 12.4 V).
If the vehicle level is raised by more than 10 mm when unloading, it is
lowered to the normal level by relieving the pressure.
AIRmatic pressure supply, function
AIRmatic with ADS control module,
location/task/function
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It keepsfunction
the vehicle (engine running)when the engine is running irrespective of the load
level constant
When the vehicle is stationary the level is readjusted if there is a
difference of more than +/- 10 mm after a door or the trunk lid is
opened.
While driving the level is readjusted if there is a difference of more
than +/- 20 mm. The level is adjusted to +/- 10 mm every 15 minutes.
Depending on the situation, pressure can be generated by the
compressor or the pressure supply of the AIRmatic central reservoir
can be used to raise the vehicle. When the vehicle is stationary the
pressure from the reservoir is used for noise reasons. Pressure can
also be supplied from the compressor and AIRmatic central reservoir
at the same time when there is a particularly high pressure demand.
The lowering of the vehicle level is recognized by the control module
from the level sensors when loading the vehicle. By actuating
solenoid valves air is delivered to the spring struts of the particular
front wheel or rear axle until the vehicle has reached its specified
value.
In addition the pressure relief valve is opened to actuate the
respective wheel valve when unloading the vehicle.
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The vehicle cannot be raised by the level control switch.
Function in vehicle condition "Ignition ON"
The same function as for the wake-up function, but without time limit.
Run-on function (operating period approx. 1 minute)
After "ignition OFF" the control module performs changes in the level
in order to be able to readjust the vehicle level (raise or lower) during
any loading or unloading operations. (The same function as for the
wake-up function).
GF32.22-P-4010A
GF32.22-P-4200B
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 GF32.22-P-4004C AIRmatic level adjustment, function 2.2.99

MODEL 220
with CODE (491) U.S. version
except CODE (487a) Active body control (ABC)

mm

C +30 a
B

A +10

d C
B -5 km/h
60 80 110 120

A Normal vehicle level = 10 mm a "Raised level" canceled after 5 minutes when vehicle speed >
B Lowered vehicle level = - 5 mm 80 km/h
C Raised vehicle level = 30 mm b "Raised level" canceled immediately (> 120 km/h)
c Automatic lowering (>110 km/h)
d Automatic raising (<60 km/h)

The vehicle level is either raised or lowered according to the vehicle
speed and the setting of the level adjustment switch (N72/1s2). There
are 3 possible vehicle levels:
 Normal vehicle level
 Lowered vehicle level (automatic only)
 Raised vehicle level (manual only)
i The switch position selected by the driver is saved even after
the ignition is turned off until the driver changes the setting
again manually or until the setting is canceled automatically
after a certain speed or time threshold is exceeded.
 At v >120 km/h - driver's request for "raised level" is canceled
and vehicle is lowered automatically (immediately) to lowered
level B (-5 mm).
i Display on multifunction display of instrument cluster: "AIRmatic
level selection canceled".
 At v <60 km/h vehicle level is reset to normal level A
(10 mm).
If the vehicle speed v >80 km/h is not maintain for longer than 5
minutes or if the vehicle does not exceed v =120 km/h, the vehicle
remains raised until the driver sets the level adjustment switch to
"normal level".

Level adjustment switch (N72/1s2) actuated (effective from 0

km/h to < 120 km/h) Level adjustment switch (N72/1s2) not actuated
 Engine running  Engine running
 The vehicle is set to the normal level A (10 mm).  The vehicle is set to the normal level A (10 mm).
 The raised vehicle level C (30 mm) is set shortly after the driver  At v >110 km/h - vehicle level lowered automatically to lowered
actuates the switch. level B (-5 mm).
i Display on multifunction display of instrument cluster: "AIRmatic  At v <60 km/h vehicle level is reset to normal level A
(10 mm).
lifting vehicle".
 At v >80 km/h for longer than 5 minutes - driver's request for
"raised level" is canceled and vehicle level is lowered to normal
level A (10 mm).
i Display on multifunction display of instrument cluster: "AIRmatic
level selection canceled".

Pressure supply, function GF32.22-P-4010A

AIRmatic with ADS control module, GF32.22-P-4200B

location/task/function

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 GF32.22-P-4010A Pressure supply, function 2.2.99

MODEL 220

42 AIRmatic central reservoir

A9/1 AIRmatic compressor unit
Y36/6 Level control valve unit

In normal driving mode, AIRmatic works with a pressure of between 6
and 10 bar depending on the load.
An electrical compressor is used to supply pressure. This is installed
in the AIRmatic compressor unit (A9/1).
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In addition the system has an AIRmatic central reservoir (42) which
stores the compressed-air. The reservoir pressure is between 13 and
16 bar (at sea level).
The system is either supplied with pressure via the AIRmatic central
reservoir or via the air compressor.

AIRmatic central reservoir, GF32.22-P-4800A

location/task/design/function
AIRmatic compressor unit, GF32.22-P-4101B
location/task/design/function
AIRmatic with ADS control module, GF32.22-P-4200B
location/task/function

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