Non-Functional

Removal

WARNING: Do not remove an air spring under any circumstances when there is pressure in the air spring. Do not remove any components supporting an air spring without either exhausting the air or providing support for the air spring to prevent vehicle damage or personal injury.

NOTE: The air spring solenoid has a two-stage pressure relief fitting similar to a radiator cap.

1. Turn the air suspension switch off.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.





3. Disconnect the air spring solenoid electrical connector and air line.
1 Disconnect the electrical connector.
2 Compress the quick connect locking ring and pull out the air line.





4. CAUTION: Remove any dirt or other debris from the air spring prior to removing the air spring solenoid from the air spring.

Remove the air spring solenoid clip.





5. Rotate the air spring solenoid out of the air spring to the first detent to release the air from the air spring.





6. Twist the solenoid valve and remove.

Installation

1. NOTE: Be sure the new air spring solenoid is fully seated into both stages of the air spring.

NOTE: Check the solenoid valve O-rings for abrasion or cuts. Replace O-rings as required using air spring connector repair kit.

NOTE: Lightly apply Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A to the O-rings.

NOTE: When installing the air lines, make sure the white air line is fully inserted into the fitting for correct installation.

To install, reverse removal procedure.
^ After installing the solenoid, it is necessary to inflate the air suspension system.