BMW 228i Air Suspension Dryer Assembly Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(12)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(12)

Air Suspension Dryer Assembly Replacement Service

How much does a Air Suspension Dryer Assembly Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 228i Air Suspension Dryer Assembly Replacement is $218 with $113 for parts and $105 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2015 BMW 228iL4-2.0L TurboService typeAir Suspension Dryer Assembly - Rear ReplacementEstimate$351.47Shop/Dealer Price$422.79 - $603.68
2014 BMW 228iL4-2.0L TurboService typeAir Suspension Dryer Assembly - Rear ReplacementEstimate$331.47Shop/Dealer Price$402.82 - $583.73
2016 BMW 228iL4-2.0L TurboService typeAir Suspension Dryer Assembly - Rear ReplacementEstimate$331.47Shop/Dealer Price$402.82 - $583.73
Show example BMW 228i Air Suspension Dryer Assembly Replacement prices

What is the Air Suspension Dryer Assembly all about?

The vast majority of passenger cars in the US use a spring/strut or shock assembly in the suspension. However, there are others that use a different type of suspension – an air suspension. You find this frequently with luxury cars, as well as some European imports, and it’s offered on some high-end SUVs as an upgradeable option. Air suspension provides a very high quality, comfortable ride, and it works very well initially. However, over time, it’s subject to a number of problems not found with other types of suspension.

The most common problem with air suspension systems is compressor airbag deterioration, but equipment failure can also be an issue. In order to adjust to different driving surfaces and needs, an air suspension is equipped with an air compressor/air suspension dryer. This assembly is responsible for inflating the airbags to the proper level. The dryer serves the same purpose as the one in your HVAC system, namely to remove unwanted moisture from the air.

Over time, the air suspension dryer assembly will degrade and eventually fail. Replacement is necessary to keep your suspension in good condition.

Keep in mind:

  • If the compressor/dryer assembly fails, it’s possible that the compressor airbags will not inflate, causing the vehicle to sag and the suspension quality to drop drastically.
  • In many vehicles, the compressor/dryer is a single assembly and must be replaced together.

How it's done:

  • The air suspension dryer assembly is verified to see if it needs to be replaced
  • The defective air suspension dryer assembly is removed
  • The new air suspension dryer assembly is installed
  • The air suspension dryer assembly is tested for operation
  • The vehicle is tested to ensure proper operation of the air suspension dryer assembly

Our recommendation:

Your air suspension requires an operational compressor/dryer assembly in order to work. While a failed dryer won’t make your vehicle unable to be driven, it will compromise the performance and your comfort on the road. Have your suspension properly maintained by one of our professional mechanics and replaced if required.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Air Suspension Dryer Assembly?

  • Sagging suspension
  • Loose or bouncy ride
  • The compressor will not run

How important is this service?

The air suspension dryer assembly works in tandem with the compressor to first remove moisture, and then to inflate the air bags that form your suspension. As such, it’s a critical component. If the air bags do not inflate properly, you may be driving with soft, uneven suspension that is unable to compensate for aggressive driving maneuvers. If you have noticed any change in your suspension’s performance or ride quality, have the air suspension system inspected. Have the air suspension dryer assembly replaced if it is deemed faulty.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(12)

Rating Summary
12
0
0
0
0
12
0
0
0
0

Damian

11 years of experience
465 reviews
Damian
11 years of experience
BMW 228i L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Washington, District of Columbia
Great experience

Theodore

16 years of experience
1638 reviews
Theodore
16 years of experience
BMW 228i L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Redmond, Washington
Quick and easy

David

11 years of experience
225 reviews
David
11 years of experience
BMW 228i L4-2.0L Turbo - Thermostat - Kansas City, Kansas
David is an excellent mechanic. Was prompt courteous and had my car up and running quickly. Highly recommended.

Mazyar

8 years of experience
497 reviews
Mazyar
8 years of experience
BMW 228i L4-2.0L Turbo - Spark Plugs - Lithonia, Georgia
very knowledgeable

Excellent Rating

(12)

Rating Summary
12
0
0
0
0
12
0
0
0
0
Number of BMW 228i services completed
132+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Is it Safe to Drive With a Misfiring Engine?
Repairing a misfiring engine can be simple or complicated, depending on the reason it is misfiring. The most common causes of engine misfires are:...
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Brake Master Cylinder
Common signs of a faulty brake master cylinder include abnormal brake pedal behavior, contaminated brake fluid, and the Check Engine Light turning on.
P2648 OBD-II Trouble Code: A Rocker Arm Actuator Control Circuit Low Bank 1
P2648 means there is a problem with a short or open electrical circuit in rocker arm actuator control circuit A due to low oil or a faulty oil valve.

Hold button flashing, no a/c,and temp gauge not functioning

Hello. This can be caused by a few different things. Most of the time it is caused by low refrigerant in the system, but I have seen a lot of these switches fail as well as the pressure switches in...

Can a side engine mount leak? 2003 Acura MDX

Hi there - yes, the motor mounts (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-do-engine-motor-mounts-last) in your Acura are hydraulic, containing a small amount of fluid, and can leak if damaged, or if they fail. I would recommend an engine mount replacement (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement) by a mobile, professional...

I need to disable the passenger side airbag.

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com