*Compatibility Chart
1, You can distinguish specific model of an automobile by VIN(Vehicle Identification Number).
2, VIN(Vehicle Identification Number) consists of total 17 English letters and arabic digits.
3, VIN does not include the letters I (i), O (o), and Q (q) (to avoid confusion with numerals 1 and 0).
BMW 5 Series F10/F11/F07
2016 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2016 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2016 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2015 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2015 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2015 BMW 550i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2015 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2014 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2014 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2014 BMW 550i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2014 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2013 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2013 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2013 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2013 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2013 BMW 550i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2013 BMW 550i GT M Sport Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2013 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2012 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2012 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2012 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2011 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2011 BMW 535i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2011 BMW 550i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2011 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2010 BMW 535i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 3.0L
2010 BMW 550i GT Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
2010 BMW 550i GT xDrive Base Hatchback 4-Door 4.4L
*Generation & Evolution:
BMW 5 Series
First generation (E12; 1972-1981)
Second generation (E28; 1981-1988)
Third generation (E34; 1988-1996)
Fourth generation (E39; 1995-2003)
Fifth generation (E60/E61; 2003-2010)
Sixth generation (F10/F11/F07; 2010-2016)
F10 4-door Sedan/Saloon
F11 5-door Estate/Wagon Branded as Touring
F07 5-door Fastback Branded as Gran Turismo
F18 4-door Long Wheelbase Sedan which was sold only in China, Mexico and the Middle East
Seventh generation (G30/G31/G38; 2017-Present)
*Removal Guideline:
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.
1.To avoid the possibility of short circuits while working with electric components consult your owner's manual on how to disconnect your battery.
2.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.
1.Set steering to straight ahead.
2.Raise vehicle.
3.Remove rear wheel.(picture 1)
4.loosen and remove the fasteners holding the rear lower plastic shield to expose the vehicle's air suspension compressor.(picture 2,3)
5.Locate the valve block near the compressor on the rear side of the vehicle. Remove the applicable air line to deflate the rear air spring.(picture 4,5)
6.After the air spring has deflated, unclip the lower piston by squeezing the locking tabs together and pulling up to free it from the lower air spring perch.(picture 6,7)
7.Rotate the top mount clockwise to unlock the air spring from the vehicle, and pull downward to release.(picture 8)
8.Remove the air line from the air spring by unscrewing the fitting. Remove the air fitting from the air line and discard.(picture 9,10)
9.To remove the air line fitting, remove the collet and the remaining fitting will slide off of the air hose.(picture 11)
10.Removal complete.
*Installation Guideline:
1.Installation is in reverse order of air spring removal.(picture 12)
*Removal Warning & Notice:
Vent all air pressure from the air suspension system prior to disconnecting or removing any air suspension components. It is dangerous to remove air suspension components while under pressure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Any air spring which is unfolded must be refolded prior to being installed in a vehicle. Refer to the procedure. An incorrectly folded air spring could rupture, altering the handling characteristics of the vehicle. If a vehicle has been driven with an incorrectly folded air spring, a new air spring must be installed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Failure to observe the following instructions may result in a sudden failure of the air spring or suspension system.
Any rear spring which is unfolded must be refolded prior to being installed in a vehicle.
The air spring refolding procedure should only be used for an air spring which has never supported the vehicle's weight while in the incorrectly folded position.
Incorrectly folded air springs found on vehicles during pre-delivery inspection or after use must be installed new.
Do not attempt to inflate any air spring which has been collapsed while uninflated from the rebound hanging position to the jounce stop.
When installing a new air spring, care must be taken not to apply a load to the suspension until springs have been inflated using the air spring fill procedure.
After inflating an air spring in the hanging position, it must be inspected for correct shape.
1.NOTE: The vehicle must be positioned on a suitable lifting device prior to deflating the air suspension system.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist until the wheel and tire assemblies are slightly above the ground.
2.Using the scan tool, vent the air springs.
3.Remove the air spring retainer.
4.Detach the air spring from the rear axle.
5.Remove the air spring in the following sequence.
1.Disconnect the air spring solenoid electrical connector.
2.Compress the quick connect locking ring and pull out the air tube.
3.Remove the air spring.
*OEM Part Number:
37106781827,37106781828,37106781843
*Item Specifications:
- Key Words: Rear Pair Air Suspension Spring Bags For 2010-2016 BMW 5 Series F10 F11 F07 535i 550i
- Package Included: Pair for Rear Left & Right Air Suspension Spring Bags
Notes: Please double confirm the compatibility as well as the OEM number before purchasing.
Instruction is not included. Professional installation is recommended.
