2008 S550 - left front AIRmatic strut has failed. What is the proper procedure for re-pressurizing the strut following renewal? Is the wheel of the affected side left elevated... or does the re-pressurization process require the vehicle to be placed fully on the ground, on all four wheels? Thanks.

fill the air strut some before placing the weight of the vehicle on the new strut

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1985 300TD Turbo Euro-wagon
1979 280CE 225,200 miles
1985 300D Turbo 264,000 miles
1976 240D 190,000 miles
1979 300TD 220,000

GONE but not forgotten
1976 300D 195,300 miles
1983 300D Turbo 175,000 miles

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