Removal and Installation

AIR COMPRESSOR/AIR TUBE

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL


CAUTION:
Seal the removed part using vinyl tape for preventing dirt from getting on or entering the removed part.
1.Lift up the vehicle.
2.Remove the cover.
3.Disconnect the air compressor harness connector.





4.Using a small spanner, remove the air tube A (1) and B (2) from air compressor.

CAUTION:
Be careful since air flows swiftly from air tube.





5.Remove the exhaust tube (1) from exhaust tube connector (2).
6.Remove the exhaust tube connector only when it is damaged.
7.Remove the exhaust tube from air compressor.
8.Remove the air compressor from bracket.
9.Remove the bracket from vehicle.
10.Remove the air tube A and B from rear shock absorbers RH and
LH, according to the procedure in step 4.
11.Remove the air tube A and B from vehicle.
12.Perform inspection after removal. Refer to "Inspection" Inspection.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of the removal.





- When installing air tube (1) to air compressor or shock absorber, insert as shown in the figure.
- Dry each component thoroughly before installing, to prevent moisture from entering air compressor.





- Completely engage hooks on frame when installing bracket.





- Install exhaust tube (1) according to the figure.
- Perform inspection after installation. Refer to "Inspection" Inspection.