Installation Procedure

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

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the 2 brackets on the air compressor with 2 screws.
Tighten

Tighten 2 screws to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing 2 Screws & Brackets On Air Compressor
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Connect the air hose to the air compressor at 2 places.
Install the air dryer on the air compressor. Refer to Automatic Level Control Air Dryer Replacement .
Install the air compressor assembly onto the bracket with 3 bolts.
Tighten

Tighten 3 bolts to 3 N.m (26 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Air Compressor Assembly On Vehicle With 3 Bolts
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Install the air compressor assembly on the vehicle with 3 bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the 3 bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
Install the intake air filter on the vehicle.

Fig 3: Installing Intake Air Filter On Vehicle
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Connect the air tube to the air dryer.
Install the air tube on the air compressor bracket.
Connect the vehicle harness connector to the air compressor connector.
Important: Before driving the vehicle, turn the ignition on and wait approximately 45 seconds. This will permit the ELC system to execute the ARC, ensuring that the air adjustable struts are filled with residual pressure.
Lower the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.

Fig 4: Installing Air Tube On Air Compressor Bracket
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