Compressor Assembly, Air Suspension: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 3500 HD and 2015 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

All pressurized air suspension components contain high pressure air (up to 220 psig). Use extreme caution when inspecting for leaks. Wear safety goggles and adequate protective clothing when inspecting or servicing the air suspension system. A sudden release of air under this amount of pressure can cause possible serious or fatal injury.

WARNING:

Support the vehicle by supplemental means before performing any work on the air suspension system to prevent the vehicle from changing height. Before any given component is to be serviced it must be deflated. Servicing the air suspension system without supplemental support, or with pressure in the specific component, can cause possible serious or fatal injury.

CAUTION:

When removing an air line from a component and the air line is to be reused, do not remove the 90° fitting or the brass fitting from the air line. If either is removed, the air line must be replaced. New components have air line fittings attached; however if the original air line is used the original fitting must also be used. Do not remove protective caps or plugs from air lines or components until ready to install the air line to prevent moisture or dirt intrusion. All air line fittings must be hand started to avoid cross threading.

Place the vehicle in Tire Jack Mode.
Position the vehicle on a hoist. Do not raise the vehicle.
Carry out the Manual Reservoir Deflate procedure. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. Refer to CABLES, BATTERY, REMOVAL .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Air Suspension Filter Clips & Hose Assembly
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Remove the air supply unit hose (1) from the air compressor.

Fig 2: Feed Lines & Bolts
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Remove the reservoir feed line (3) and the rear air spring feed lines (1, 2).
- Remove the brass Voss fittings with the air lines from the valve block.
- Do not cut the lines to remove.
- Label the lines for installation.
Fig 3: Air Suspension Unit Harness Connector & Clips
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Disconnect the air compressor wiring harness connectors (1) and detach harness clips from the frame.

Fig 4: Air Suspension Filter Clips & Hose Assembly
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Detach the retainers (2), routing the suction and rear feed lines.
Disconnect the suction lines (1), then remove the two rear air compressor bracket bolts (1).

Fig 5: Air Suspension Unit Bolts
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NOTE:

Keep the air suspension compressor assembly upright and carry only by the compressor bracket.

Loosen the front compressor bracket bolts (1) and slide the compressor rearward and remove from the vehicle.