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1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB)
1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB)
1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB)
1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB)

1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB)

The 1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB) is the perfect solution to your air suspension problems. Designed to be very affordable, you can convert your air suspension to use passive shocks and coil springs for less than the price of replacing one original equipment air spring.
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Convert Your Mercedes S500 Hydraulic Suspension To A Coil Spring Suspension. End Your Air Suspension Problems Forever...

Strutmasters 1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 Rear Conversion Kit is the perfect solution to your rear suspension problems. Designed to be very affordable, you can convert your rear suspension to use standard shocks/struts and coil springs for less than the price of replacing one hydraulic strut. Not to mention, all Strutmaster conversion kits include step-by-step instructions and all the hardware you need to ensure a smooth installation!

Conversion Kit Features

  • Saves Money
  • Replace your Hydraulic Struts
  • All New Components
  • Rides Great
  • No Modifications Required To Install
  • Easy To Install
  • Premium Springs

Air Suspension Conversion Kit Includes

  • 2 Rear Shocks
  • 2 Rear Springs
  • New Mounts
  • All Necessary Hardware
  • Detailed Installation Instructions

This Conversion Kit Fits

1996 Mercedes S500 (RWD), 1997 Mercedes S500 (RWD), 1998 Mercedes S500 (RWD), 1999 Mercedes S500 (RWD)

Product Notes

  • Fits The W140 Chassis
  • Kit Does Not Fit 4-Matic Models with All-Wheel Drive


1996-1999 Mercedes S500 Replaced Components

The 1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD is built with the following suspension components:

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Hydro-Pneumatic Springs (x2) - Commonly referred to as air bags, a plastic and rubber bag that is fitted on top of the strut that uses pressurized air as a cushion instead of a metal coil spring to hold a vehicle off of the ground and off of its wheels. These are the number one cause of all air suspension leaks. All air springs go bad at about the same rate. If one is leaking, the others will not be far behind. For proper repair, all of them need to be replaced at the same time. If your model has hydraulic springs/struts, then it is filled with hydraulic fluid instead of air to adjust the height and dampening of the vehicle.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Electronic Shocks (x2) - shocks whose dampening capabilities are controlled by the suspension control module.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Height Sensors (x2) - a linkage located near each wheel of a vehicle with any electronic suspension that, either mechanically or electronically, constantly measures the height of the vehicle, and reports this information back to the control module so that the computer can identify if changes in height need to be adjusted accordingly. The ride height sensor is a moving part, and like all moving parts, it will eventually wear out.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Compressor - This vehicle is equipped with one air suspension compressor. The compressor is responsible for pumping up the air springs and shocks. When the air suspension starts leaking, the compressor is forced to run continuously to try and keep the air springs inflated. After a couple of days of running non-stop, the compressor will burn itself out. Replacing the compressor is a timely and expensive project to undertake.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Dryer Assembly - This vehicle is equipped with a dryer assembly. The dryer assembly is responsible for getting moisture out of the airlines. Once the air suspension parts start to leak, moisture will build up throughout the air system. Moisture damages the air suspension components from the inside out. The dryer must be replaced whenever the compressor is replaced to prevent further damage.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD Suspension Control Module - This vehicle is equipped with a suspension control module. This module is the brain of the suspension system and it reads all of the signals that are being sent by the height sensors and determines if the vehicle needs to be raised or lowered.

1996-1999 Mercedes Benz S500 RWD O-rings - Although they are the least expensive parts of the air suspension, they are responsible for maintaining the seal where all of the air lines connect. Be sure to replace the O-rings when repairing any air suspension system.

1996-1999 Mercedes S500 Suspension Failure Signs

Look for these common symptoms that indicate a failed or leaking air suspension system in the 96-99 Mercedes-Benz S500 RWD. Early detection of a bad suspension is critical to avoiding total failure. A sudden uneven height difference between different sides of the S500 is a red flag. Typically one end is sagging while the other end is inflated. There may be a shifting lean from one side to the other. These imbalances, if not fixed promptly, will place a strain on the air compressor. The air compressor will eventually wear out. As a result, a suspension warning light will illuminate on the dashboard. If the S500 owner notices an inability of the vehicle to reach and maintain its proper ride height, they should have the suspension fixed immediately.


OEM Replacement Cost

  • Rear Electronic Shocks ($180/shock) +
  • Rear Hydro-Pneumatic Spring ($970) +
  • Hydraulic Pump ($280) +
  • = TOTAL: Over $2,580 (and that doesn't even include replacing electronic components that are known to fail such as the height sensors).
The various parts that make up the air suspension system on the 1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 RWD must always work together, or else the system is defunct. Strutmasters' air-to-air suspension conversion kit, made in America, eliminates this dependency for good. The kit comes complete with two coil springs with mounts and two passive hydraulic fluid and gas shocks for the rear. Customers appreciate the detailed instructions and online installation videos that help them get the kit installed in about one hour per wheel. If further assistance is needed, Strutmasters' ASE-certified experts offer technical support over the phone. The kit is a direct replacement, so no modifications are needed before it's installed. The quality parts are backed by Strutmasters' 1-year warranty. Lastly, the kit is a fraction of the cost of the prices of dealership direct replacement and individual aftermarket part replacement.
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1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 RWD Rear Hydraulic Suspension Conversion Kit (MW1RB) - $659.00

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