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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2002 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Automatic Level Control 🢒 Inflator Solenoid Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 381409 Size: SH
  1. Remove the inflator fill valve access cover.
  2. Remove the lower rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Disconnect the inflator solenoid electrical connector.
  4. Disconnect the air tubes from the inflator solenoid.

    5. Object Number: 381411 Size: SH
  5. Remove the inflator solenoid fill valve cap.
  6. Remove the inflator solenoid fill valve nut and washer.
  7. Remove the inflator solenoid nut.
  8. Remove the inflator solenoid.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 381411 Size: SH
  1. Install the inflator solenoid.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the inflator solenoid nut.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the inflator solenoid nut to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  3. Install the inflator solenoid fill valve washer and nut.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the inflator solenoid fill valve nut to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  4. Install the inflator solenoid fill valve cap.

    5. Object Number: 381409 Size: SH
  5. Connect the air tubes to the inflator solenoid.
  6. Connect the inflator solenoid electrical connector.
  7. Install the inflator control panel.
  8. Install the inflator fill valve access cover.