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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the air compressor (2) to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Slide the air compressor forward to secure the fasteners into the frame slots and tighten the mounting nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  3. Install the air inlet hose (1) to the fuel filler neck bracket.
    Fig 1: Installing Procedure Of Air Compressor (1 Of 2)
    G01455605Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the air tube (1) to the air dryer.
  5. Connect the electrical connection (2).

    Important:  Before driving the vehicle, turn the ignition on and wait approximately 45 seconds. This will ensure that the air adjustable shock absorbers are filled with residual pressure.

  6. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Installing Procedure Of Air Compressor (2 Of 2)
    G01455606Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.