The F11 rear air suspension compressor suction pipe.

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Bluewhaleeee
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Can someone provide information on the destination of the air suspension compressor suction pipe's termination point?
One end of the compressor is connected to the outlet, while the other end is hidden someplace. Unfortunately, mine came loose and I have no idea where it is situated. (See attached picture courtesy of BMW fans) The question mark is marked in red at the end.
newjimmy54
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The location of mine was situated behind the rear bumper, namely on the crash bar. This was necessary in order to fasten it securely to the rob bar during the installation process.
Bluewhaleeee
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Thank you. Does it have any air filters or similar components at the end?
I have an unclogged conduit that I just dehumidified the pump assembly using silica gel and performed minor maintenance on. Consequently, I am reluctant to reintroduce water into it.
Have you considered routing it via the rear left storage area at the back of the car?
newjimmy54
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My device featured an inline filter at the end of the pipe, however I am unsure whether this was a usual feature or if someone installed it.
Moisture is inevitably present in compressed air due to the compression process, which is why beads are used.
Bluewhaleeee
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I believe it will become essential in the UK, particularly during inclement weather. I will attempt to locate and install the necessary equipment.
sherlockHOME
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An air filter should be installed on the intake pipe.
Bluewhaleeee
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The supplementary information is quite valuable, particularly when it includes component numbers. Are you aware of the location of the filter end of the pipe? It seems that mine is positioned between the nearside rear bumper.
sherlockHOME
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Regrettably, I lack firsthand familiarity with the layout of the intake pipe, and the BMW service manual also does not include this information.
Bluewhaleeee
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Thank you for your assistance nonetheless. It has been quite enlightening. I shall do more investigation.
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