Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
Level Control Solenoid Valve: Service and Repair
Inflator Solenoid, Level Control
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
2. Push in the red ring and hold thinly to remove the air lines.
WARNING: DISCONNECTING ANY AIR LINE THAT IS CONNECTED TO AN AIR SHOCK CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY
OR DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS AS HIGH PRESSURE AIR IS VENTED UNCONTROLLED. BEFORE DISCONNECTING AIR
LINES CONNECTED TO AIR SHOCKS, USE NGS TESTER ACTIVE COMMAND VENT FNT TO RELIEVE ALL PRESSURE.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Pry solenoid from the frame.
NOTE: Rear fill solenoid shown, front gate solenoid and front fill solenoid similar.
INSTALLATION
1. To install reverse removal procedure.
NOTE: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch. When installing air line into solenoid a
maximum of 3 mm (1/8 in) of white air line must be installed for correct installation.
