2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2004

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2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (7%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (36%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (21%)

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2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

149000 mi

US $600
Bad Air Shock, front end was "on the ground" 
96100 mi

$1600
Airmatic suspension leaking. Replaced all air struts with Arnott. Still leaking, awaiting replacement valve block. 

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2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

43500 mi

US $450
Airmatic compressor replaced. Front control arms replaced. 

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2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.

275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

140000 mi

US $1750
While driving, a light stating the car was too low and to pull over illuminated on the dash. I pulled over and realized that the car was sitting very low in the front. Replaced airmatic shocks with OEM updated version. $1750 later it's great 

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2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Suspension Problems

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