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Air Spring Fill -Refold Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
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.
CAUTION: Do not clamp any portion of the air spring piston.
  1. Place air spring on flat surface.
    Fig 1: Placing Air Spring On Flat Surface
    G03440768Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove air spring solenoid to expand collapsed air bag.
    Fig 2: Removing Air Spring Solenoid To Expand Collapsed Air Bag
    G03440769Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Push membrane down over piston to correct height.
    Fig 3: Pushing Membrane Down Over Piston To Correct Height
    G03440770Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install air spring solenoid to help maintain correct height.
    Fig 4: Installing Air Spring Solenoid To Help Maintain Correct Height
    G03440771Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.