3-4 Accumulator Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Yukon and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying 3-4 Accumulator Piston & Piston Oil Seal Ring

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Inspect the 3-4 accumulator piston (44) for the following conditions:
- Porosity
- Cracks
- Scoring
- Nicks and scratches
Install the 3-4 accumulator piston oil seal ring (45) on the 3-4 accumulator piston (44).

Fig 2: Identifying 3-4 Accumulator Piston & Accumulator Spring

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Install the 3-4 accumulator piston (44) and seal assembly into the bore.
Inspect the 3-4 accumulator spring (46) for cracks.

NOTE: Some models do not use a 3-4 accumulator spring.

Install the 3-4 accumulator spring.