Solenoid Valve - Non-Functional: Removal

WARNING: Do not remove an air spring under any circumstances when there is pressure in the air spring. Do not remove any components supporting an air spring without either exhausting the air or providing support for the air spring to prevent vehicle damage or personal injury.

NOTE: The air spring solenoid has a two-stage pressure relief fitting similar to a radiator cap.

Turn the air suspension switch off.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Disconnect the air spring solenoid electrical connector and air line.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Compress the quick connect locking ring and pull out the air line.
Fig 1: Identifying Electrical Connector & Air Line
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CAUTION: Remove any dirt or other debris from the air spring prior to removing the air spring solenoid from the air spring.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Spring Solenoid Clip

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Remove the air spring solenoid clip.
Rotate the air spring solenoid out of the air spring to the first detent to release the air from the air spring.

Fig 3: Rotating Air Spring Solenoid
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Twist the solenoid valve and remove.

Fig 4: Removing Solenoid Valve
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