6
X5 Updates
Compressor
Compressor operation is the same as in EHC with the following technical improvements:
• Addition of a temperature sensor (Located on the compressor cylinder head)
Temperature sensor switches off the compressor at temperatures above 110
0
C.
• Extended compressor ON time (180 seconds)
• Redesigned air drier to compensate for additional air volume.
Pressure Accumulator
The twin axle air suspension system now features a pressure accumulator which forms an
air accumulator valve unit in combination with the valve. The air accumulator valve unit is
located beneath the vehicle floorpan in the right-hand sill area.
Compressor with Drier
Top: Air Drying
Bottom: Dissipation of water to air
Pressure Accumulator Unit
Front
Pressure Accumulator Unit which
includes:
Pressure Accumulator
Pressure Sensor
Valve Unit
