Air Line Tubing Repair

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Air Line Tubing Repair
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  1. Locate the leaking area with soap and water or a stethoscope.
  2. Cut and remove the leaking line (2) section.
  3. Remove the plastic retainer pin from one of the nuts.
  4. Slide the air line tube onto the nut until the line bottoms in the rubber seal (5).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Hold the air line tube in position.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the air line tube repair nut to 8 N.m (70 lb in).

  6. Install the air line tube to the other end of the coupling.
  7. Repeat Steps 3 through 5.

    Important:  Ensure that the repaired air line tube is secured in a location where the line is not pinched, or kinked, and will not contact the exhaust system.

  8. Install the air line tube to the vehicle.
  9. Inflate the real time damping level control system and inspect for leaks.
    Fig 1: Repairing Air Line Tubing
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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.