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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 957 (SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEM - SUSPENSION LEVELING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSAIR COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Air Compressor & Air Inlet Hose

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Install the air compressor (2) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

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).
Install the air inlet hose (1) to the fuel filler neck bracket.

Fig 2: Air Tube At Air Dryer & Electrical Connection

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Connect the air tube (1) to the air dryer.
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.

Lower the vehicle.

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.