Air Line: Service and Repair

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 two 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 automatic level control 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.

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 two 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 the fitting groove.

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the automatic level control air tube from the automatic level control air dryer.
3. Remove the bolt and the harness tie from the automatic level control air compressor bracket.





4. Disconnect the automatic level control air tube from the left and right rear shock absorbers.
5. Remove the two metal clips from the automatic level control air tube and the vehicle.
6. Remove the automatic level control air tube with the three clips from the vehicle.


Installation Procedure





1. Connect the automatic level control air tube to the automatic level control air dryer.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the automatic level control air tube with the harness tie and the bolt on the automatic level control air compressor bracket.





3. Install the automatic level control air tube on the vehicle with three clips.
4. Connect the air tube to the left and right rear shock absorbers.
5. Install two metal clips on the air tube and the vehicle. Place each clip immediately forward of the wheel house fold-over tabs on the LH and RH side of the vehicle.

Important: Before driving the vehicle, turn the ignition on and wait approximately 45 seconds. This will permit the automatic level control system to execute the Air Replenishment Cycle, ensuring that the air adjustable shock absorbers are filled with residual pressure.

6. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.