Air Tube Replacement: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

At the rear shock absorbers, the air tube connectors are held on with spring clips which snap into the grooves of the shock absorber air fittings. Air tube connectors are sealed using 2 O-rings.

Important: Before disconnecting any air tube, clean the connector and the surrounding area to prevent dirt and other foreign material from entering the ELC system. To disconnect an air tube from a shock absorber, rotate the spring clip 90 degrees out of the slots, and pull the connector from the shock absorber.

Fig 1: Disconnecting & Connecting Air Tube To Shock Absorber

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Important: Ensure that the air tube is routed correctly and all fasteners are used.

To connect an air tube to a shock absorber, lubricate the 2 O-rings using silicone lubricant, rotate the spring clip 90 degrees into the slots, and push the air tube connector on the shock absorber fitting until spring clip snaps into fitting groove.