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How to change suspension on GMC Yukon air?

How to change suspension on GMC Yukon air?

This GMC Yukon air to non-air suspension conversion kit is one of our most popular items. Join the many who have already made the switch! Order online or better yet, call one of our Suspension Experts at (866) 669-9456. They’ll help you make sure you get exactly what you need for your GMC Yukon.

What kind of struts do GMC Yukons use?

Rather than a complex web of interconnected electronic components, this conversion kit from Strutmasters uses good old mechanical resistance to hold your vehicle up. All 5,500 pounds of it. Made with high-quality cold-wound steel, these new struts are specially tuned by our engineers to fit your GMC Yukon perfectly.

What kind of problems can a GMC Yukon have?

For example, rear air struts are the most likely to fail in the GMC Yukon. Just one rear air strut costs almost $400. And once one of them fails, the others are right behind it. Other components, such as the ride height sensors, are also prone to wearing out and needing replacement as well.

Is there a lifetime guarantee for GMC Yukon Suspension?

Best of all, Strutmasters is so confident in the quality of this Made-in-the-USA suspension replacement kit, each kit comes with a Limited Lifetime Guarantee. That means that in most circumstances, as long as you’re still driving your GMC Yukon, your struts are guaranteed to work or we’ll replace them. Why wait?

What kind of suspension does GMC Yukon have?

Part of that luxurious trim is an active load-leveling air suspension. When the GMC Yukon air suspension works, it provides a smooth, cloud-like ride. However, as that air suspension ages, it starts to wear down.

How much does it cost to replace a GMC Yukon strut?

The average cost for a GMC Yukon suspension shock or strut assembly replacement is between $1,437 and $1,480. Labor costs are estimated between $166 and $210 while parts are priced at $1,270. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific model year or unique location.

Why does my GMC Yukon bounce up and down?

Walk around to each corner of the vehicle and push down. If the corner springs back up and settles immediately, that wheel is fine. If it bounces up and down or takes a long time to come back up, you probably have suspension failure at that wheel. So you’ve identified that your GMC Yukon has suspension issues.

What kind of shocks should I get for MY 2004 Tahoe?

Perfect replacement for my 2004 Tahoe Z71 stock height shocks. As you can see shocks are similar size as to the OEM. Drive is much smoother. Hands down, nothing better for your suspension. Hands down, nothing better for your suspension. I put them on my 2004 Chevy suburban.

This GMC Yukon air to non-air suspension conversion kit is one of our most popular items. Join the many who have already made the switch! Order online or better yet, call one of our Suspension Experts at (866) 669-9456. They’ll help you make sure you get exactly what you need for your GMC Yukon.

What does TSBs stand for in GMC Yukon?

Technical Service Bulletins, or TSBs for short, are notifications made directly by GMC to help automotive technicians diagnose and repair commonly reported Yukon problems. Interested in how this information is collected?

How much does it cost to convert Yukon air to non air?

These GMC Yukon air to non-air conversion kits are designed to save you money. You can convert your entire vehicle for just $549. They are also remarkably simple to install. That means fewer expensive labor hours at the shop. A handy DIYer might even want to install the new suspension at home.

For example, rear air struts are the most likely to fail in the GMC Yukon. Just one rear air strut costs almost $400. And once one of them fails, the others are right behind it. Other components, such as the ride height sensors, are also prone to wearing out and needing replacement as well.

Why does my GMC Yukon make a loud noise?

LOUD NOISE FROM REAR OF TRUCK FROM TIME TO TIME. SOUNDS LIKE IT IS COMING FROM THE GAS TANK AT TIME AND THEN AGIAN IT SONUDS LIKE IT MAY FROM UNDER THE RIGHT DIVER SIDE TIRE. ALSO WHAT IS THE RIDE CONTROL?

When do you Know Your air shocks are bad?

If you notice that your vehicle is leaning excessively, or is significantly less stable when going around corners, then that may be a sign that the air shocks need attention. A vehicle that leans due to bad air shocks will be significantly more difficult to steer than one with a firm suspension. As a result, the car will be less safe to operate.

How can I tell if my air suspension compressor is failing?

Most suspension systems are self-regulated and will automatically turn the compressor on and off according to the system’s requirements. The suspension system cannot function without it. If the compressor is failing to come on at all, then that is a sign that it has either failed or it is having an issue.

LOUD NOISE FROM REAR OF TRUCK FROM TIME TO TIME. SOUNDS LIKE IT IS COMING FROM THE GAS TANK AT TIME AND THEN AGIAN IT SONUDS LIKE IT MAY FROM UNDER THE RIGHT DIVER SIDE TIRE. ALSO WHAT IS THE RIDE CONTROL?

Are there rear shocks that are self leveling?

Is they are self leveling you would have a compressor and you would have had some wires going to the top of your front shocks. A lot of people with 00-06 like the Bilstein HD shocks. There really needs to a separate thread for all air ride issues, the answers are here, just search the forums, and you will find the answers.

Are there air shocks on my Chevy Tahoe?

I believe my rear shocks have had it (156,000 miles and never changed) I thought I had “autoride” but in reading several posts, it looks like that includes air shocks on all 4 wheels. I replaced the front shocks recently and they had no air or electrical connections.

Rather than a complex web of interconnected electronic components, this conversion kit from Strutmasters uses good old mechanical resistance to hold your vehicle up. All 5,500 pounds of it. Made with high-quality cold-wound steel, these new struts are specially tuned by our engineers to fit your GMC Yukon perfectly.

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