Avalanche 4WD V8-5.3L (2011)
Ride Height Sensor: Service and Repair
Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Link Assembly Replacement
Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Link Assembly Replacement
Tools Required
J 38185 Spring Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Important: Do not attempt to pry the link rod from the electronic suspension control (ESC) ball stud. If the link rod needs to be replaced
or disconnected, you must use the following procedure.
1. Remove the ESC sensor from the vehicle. Refer to Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Left Side See: Electronic
Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Left Side or Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Right Side See:
Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Right Side.
2. While supporting the sensor lever by hand, twist the link rod to remove it from the ball stud.
3. Remove the link rod from the frame bracket ball stud.
Installation Procedure
1. Using the J 38185 install to link rod to the ball stud on the sensor lever and the frame bracket.
2. Install the ESC sensor to the vehicle. Refer to Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Left Side See: Electronic Suspension
Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Left Side or Electronic Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Right Side See: Electronic
Suspension Rear Position Sensor Replacement - Right Side.
