Deflated right front air strut?

2003 MERCEDES BENZ S430
187,000 MILES • 4.3L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TOLOWRIDER
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The front right airmatic strut will not inflate. I have replaced the strut and the compressor and air valve block. I have also replaced the height leveling sensor. The strut remains deflated.
Help! Michael
Nov 3, 2022 at 5:24 PM
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STRAILER
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I would check the connection between the strut and the Airmatic control module, here is a guide to help you and the wiring diagrams for the system so you can see how it works and which wires to test. If the connections are good, I suggest replacing the control unit.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

I have included the Airmatic control module replacement instructions just in case. Check out the images (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
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Nov 4, 2022 at 12:09 PM
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TOLOWRIDER
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I have found something that might contribute to my situation.
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Nov 4, 2022 at 7:03 PM
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STRAILER
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Wow, I have never seen that, it looks like someone tried to cut it. This will account for the uneven stance of the car, good find.
Nov 5, 2022 at 12:59 PM