Air Compressor Leak Test

Air Compressor Leak Test

Special Tools

* J 22124-B - Pressure Gauge (0-300 psi)

* J 22124-91 - Pressure Gauge Adapter

1. Attach the J 22124-91 - pressure gauge adapter to the air dryer.

2. Attach the J 22124-B - pressure gauge to the J 22124-91 - pressure gauge adapter with the toggle valve on the opposite side of the air compressor. Close the toggle valve.

3. Apply air pressure at the schrader valve. Pressurize until the J 22124-B - pressure gauge reads 690 kPa (100 psi).

4. Check the following areas using soap bubbles:

* Solenoid valve

* Air dryer to compressor head O-ring

* Air dryer cover

* Air compressor head gasket

* Air compressor head cover-If necessary, tighten the cover bolts to 5.6 Nm (50 lb in).

If a leak is found, replace the air compressor. Refer to Air Compressor Replacement Air Compressor Replacement.