Thanks for all the help. It definitely runs for more than 5 seconds, but I usually notice that after driving and when I park and turn it off in the garage. The compressor will run for maybe 15-20 seconds and then shut off. This doesn't happen every time, but I have noticed that. You are also correct ...

I'm fine replacing the compressor, in fact I would be happy to di it if I knew the issues would all be gone. I'm just not sure how to test to make sure that is actually the issue. I don't want to throw hundreds at it and it turns out that its something else. Is there another option other than just ...

That is good information. I can check for leaks in the system, but this has been going on for about 8 or 9 months now. The compressor is only about 5 years old and it was replaced along with new airbags. I guess anything is possible.

US. I don't recall there being any codes saved for that error, but I can check again.

Hi all, I have a strange problem I am hoping you can help with. The vehicle is a 2011 X5 35i xdrive with rear air suspension. Everything seems to be functioning properly, the compressor runs, the air bags are holding air(the car isn't dropping height no matter how long it sits), this has all been ...