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Air Springs

Two derivatives of the air spring are available, comfort and sport, the sport having slightly smaller working volumes for higher spring rates.

The air springs are complemented by two versions of damper assembly, passive and active.

CAUTION: When removing and refitting the air spring and damper assemblies, care must be taken to avoid damage to the internal seal assembly.
CAUTION: When working on the air spring and damper assembly, ensure that no twisting occurs between the air spring top mounting and damper body. Twisting may result in damage to the air spring inner components.

A pressure retaining valve (PRV) is located in each air spring which retains sufficient pressure to protect the air spring membrane during service and handling.

NOTE: De-pressurization and re-pressurization of the air suspension system should be performed using the Jaguar approved diagnostic system prior to, and after, any work being carried out.