What is airmatic visit workshop?
“AIRMATIC VISIT WORKSHOP!” message on the instrument cluster. This is typically an electrical fault. If you get the AIRMATIC Visit Workshop message, your car may still drive but do get it checked out as soon as possible. If the car drops over the next few days, the air suspension may not work to airlift the car.
What does visit Workshop mean on Mercedes?
The first one is the message that reads “Visit Workshop!” which simply just means that it is time for your next service. The other message is the picture of the car with the arrow pointing up which is an indication there is something malfunctioning with your Airmatic suspension.
Why does my car say visit workshop?
What kind of air suspension does Mercedes Benz W164 have?
The W164 has two Airmatic systems — the standard Airmatic and Airmatic with the Active Dampening System (ADS). The good news is that the air springs can be replaced independently from the struts in the front. The driver can adjust the system, but the air suspension module that looks at data from various modules also adjusts it.
When did the Mercedes Benz W164 series come out?
The ML series from 2006-’11 (W164) is the most common SUV from Mercedes-Benz that you’ll see at your shop. The new platform in 2006 saw a new unibody construction, new engines and a change from mechanical systems to more electro-mechanical operation of the engine and drivetrain.
What kind of transmission does an AMG W164 have?
The AMG version of the W164 has the MCT transmission — essentially the 7G-Tronic automatic transmission without a torque converter. Instead of a torque converter, it uses a compact wet startup clutch to launch the car from a stop and also supports computer-controlled double-declutching.
Why are the flaps on my Mercedes W164 not moving?
When the flaps can’t move due to damage to the actuators or the linkages, the driver may complain of poor idle, loss of power and a check engine light with a P2006 code and other codes that can include changes to the long-term fuel trim.