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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Rear Air Spring Compressor And Mounting Nuts
    GM2846992Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Reuse the air tube assembly that is already installed in the vehicle.

  1. Install the rear air spring compressor (2) stud into the frame rail and slide the rear air spring compressor assembly (2) forward.
  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the rear air spring compressor nuts (1) and (3) , do NOT fully tighten.
  4. Fig 2: Rear Air Spring Compressor Bolt
    GM2846440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the air suspension compressor bolt (1) and tighten to 22 (16 lb ft).
  6. Tighten the rear air spring compressor nuts to 22 (16 lb ft).
  7. NOTE:

    After reinstalling exhaust remove transmission jack from under vehicle.

  8. Raise the rear exhaust back into position and reattach to front exhaust. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (FWD) , Exhaust Muffler Replacement (AWD) .
  9. Fig 3: Air Compressor Filter
    GM2846759Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install the air suspension compressor filter tube (1).
  11. Fig 4: Air Suspension Compressor Electrical Connector
    GM2760412Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Connect the air suspension compressor electrical connector (1).
  13. Fig 5: Compressor Assembly Air Tube Fittings
    GM2760413Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Do NOT exceed the torque value on the air supply fitting, over tightening may cause the plastic threads in the air compressor or the air spring to become stripped, permanently damaging the air spring compressor or air spring.

  14. Install the air suspension compressor air line fittings (1) and tighten to 2 (18 lb in).
  15. CAUTION:

    Do NOT pressurize the air springs/shocks under load or damage to the air spring/shocks will occur. Always pressurize the system with the wheels of the vehicle off the ground.

  16. Lower the vehicle, but DO NOT allow the 4 tire assemblies to touch the ground.
  17. Pressurize the air suspension system. Refer to Air Suspension System Depressurization and Pressurization .
  18. Continue to lower the vehicle.
  19. Start the vehicle and run for approximately 1 minute to ensure the air spring is completely pressurized and functioning properly.
  20. Raise the vehicle and with a squirt bottle filled with a soap and water solution check the air line fittings for leaks.
  21. Lower the vehicle.