Range Rover Classic
68
AIR SUSPENSION
2
REPAIR
DISCONNECT/CONNECT AIR PIPE
Remove
WARNING: Air suspension is pressurised
up to 10 bar. Dirt or grease must not enter
the system. Wear hand, ear and eye safety
standard protection when servicing system.
1. Depressurise complete system.
See
Adjustment, Depressurise System
CAUTION: Air pipes may be damaged if
not disconnected correctly, resulting in
possible leaks.
2. Clean air pipe connection with stiff brush and
soapy water. Peel back rubber boot.
3. Apply equal downward pressure on collet flange
at ’A’ as shown.
4. Pull air pipe firmly out through centre of collet.
5. Inspect disconnected end of air pipe for damage
and scores. Rectify as necessary.
NOTE: Air pipe may be trimmed if
sufficient straight pipe remains. Ensure
pipe end is cut square, without distortion
or frays to obtain air tight seal. Use service tool
LRT-60-002. Lightly chamfer pipe using a pencil
sharpener after cutting. DO NOT CUT PIPES
MORE THAN TWICE.
Refit
6. Push pipe firmly through two ’O’ rings until it
contacts base of housing as shown. Gently pull
pipe to ensure connection. The collet will retain
some movement while depressurised. Refit
rubber boot.
7. Pressurise system.
See Adjustment,
Depressurise System
8. Leak test connection.
See Adjustment, Leak
Test Procedure
