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Automatic Level Control Compressor Motor Always On

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Automatic Level Control Compressor Motor Always On

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: Automatic Level Control Suspension Schematics 
1 Did you perform the Automatic Level Control Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Automatic Level Control 
2 Is the rear of the vehicle too high? Go to Step 3  Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
3 Disconnect the air tube from the compressor.
Does the rear of the vehicle drop?
Go to Step 4  Go to Step 6 
4 Disconnect the compressor motor relay.
Does the compressor motor continue to run?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 7 
5 Test the battery positive voltage circuit of the compressor motor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  -
6 Inspect all air tubes for kinked, bent and blockage. Check the exhaust valve for blockage.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  -
7 Replace the compressor motor relay.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 8  -
8 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 3