Air Spring Module - Front - LH - Remove And Replace: Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

CAUTION: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.

NOTE: Clean the affected areas before installation.

CAUTION: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is in the ride height position.

NOTE: Perform the following steps to resecure air suspension lines:

Remove the collet and fitting from the air suspension line. Discard the collet and fitting.

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Collet

Secure a new VOSS fitting onto the component. Remove any plastic plugs from the new fitting.
Insert the air suspension line as far as possible into the fitting.
Gently pull on the air suspension line to make sure the line is fully secured to the compressor.

Ensure that the clip that secures the brake hose to the air spring module is installed correctly.

Rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles: The hose and the clip are installed from the same direction.

NOTE: Ensure that the clip is fully seated, with the "fingers" both remaining on the bottom side of the retaining bracket.

Top view, RWD (correct)	Bottom view, RWD (correct)
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Dual Motor (DM) vehicles: The clip is installed from the rear.

NOTE: Ensure that the clip is fully seated, with the "fingers" both remaining on the bottom side of the retaining bracket.

Top view, DM (incorrect)	Top view, DM (correct)	Bottom view, DM (correct)
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Prior to attaching the air pressure line to the air spring module, ensure that all interfaces are clean to prevent possible leaks.
Pressurize the air spring. See AIR SUSPENSION - PRESSURIZE/DEPRESSURIZE - ONE AIR SPRING .
Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine if an alignment check (AC) or full adjustment (FA) is necessary. See ALIGNMENT REQUIREMENT - SUSPENSION .