Air ride problem

DRIVER17

MEMBER
2001 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
195,000 MILES

I recently put my car in shop for maintenance update. The day after having it back I see that the rear is too low. I replaced the right side airbag and all was well until the morning, it was down again. When the car is on the bags inflates like it should but in the morning it’s back down. I’m wondering if the stretched shocks would have anything to do with it. Any advice would be appreciated.

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,170 POSTS

Hi,

If the vehicle was lifted when serviced, the air ride needs to be in the off position. If it isn't, it can cause damage to the system. Do you know if the shop would have turned it off?

If it was off, then you have to have a leak at some point.

Here are directions from Alldata to locate an air leak. Take a look through it and let me know if it is something you can do

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2001 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V
Air Leaks
Vehicle Steering and Suspension Suspension Suspension Control ( Automatic - Electronic ) Service and Repair Procedures Air Leaks
AIR LEAKS
Air Leaks

1. NOTE: A spray bottle with a soapy water solution is helpful in locating a small leak.

Attach regulated shop air supply to the air compressor drier end of the air line to suspect air spring.
2. Connect scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC) inside the passenger compartment.
3. Enter function test to vent the suspect spring solenoid valve.
4. Pump the air spring to full fill.

5. NOTE: if a leak is detected within the air compressor, replace the compressor. If a leak is detected in a line, cut the line and install a service fitting from air spring connector repair kit.

Look for leaks and repair as necessary.

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Let me know if this helps.

Joe