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C1808

Compressor Motor, Compressor Motor Relay and Circuit Inspection

INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT CHECK
Check self-diagnosis results.

C1802/C1804/C1808:





Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis display items?
YES >> If code C1802 was retrieved during self-diagnosis, GO TO 3. If code C1804 or C1808 was retrieved during self-diagnosis, GO TO 2.
NO >> Inspection End.

2. CHECK SYSTEM OPERATION
1. Load vehicle to standard laden condition (with driver, front passenger, 2 passengers in second row seats and no cargo).
2. Conduct active test of "EXHAUST SOLENOID" to lower vehicle ride height to -20 mm.
3. Return the rear load leveling air suspension system to normal operating mode.
4. Check self-diagnostic results.
Is code C1804 or C1808 displayed again?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Inspection End.

3. CONNECTOR INSPECTION
1. Disconnect suspension control unit connector B3 and suspension air compressor C9.
2. Check the terminals for deformation, disconnection, looseness or damage..
OK or NG
OK >> If code C1804 or C1808 was retrieved during self-diagnosis, GO TO 4. If code C1802 was retrieved during self-diagnosis, GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair or replace as necessary.

4. AIR HOSE INSPECTION
Inspect for pinched or damaged air hoses between the suspension air reservoir and each load leveling rear air suspension shock absorber.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair or replace as necessary.

5. SUSPENSION AIR COMPRESSOR INSPECTION





Apply 12V to suspension air compressor terminal 2 and ground to suspension air compressor terminal 1.
System air pressure should vent..
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace the suspension air compressor.

6. CHECK SUSPENSION AIR COMPRESSOR POWER AND GROUND
1. Connect suspension control unit connector B3.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON.





3. Check voltage between suspension air compressor connector C9 terminal 2 and ground.
Voltage: Approximately 12V
4. Turn ignition switch OFF.





5. Check continuity between suspension air compressor connector C9 terminal 1 and ground.
1 - Ground Continuity should exist..
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the suspension control unit.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.