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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC C0718 00: Level Control Compressor 2 Over Temperature

Circuit Description

The air suspension control module monitors the run time and temperature of the compressor. If the compressor has run excessively and/or the operating temperature increases above the normal limits, the air suspension control module switches OFF the compressor relay.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    •  Battery voltage is between 9-16 volts.
    •  Ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The air suspension control module detects a compressor 2 overheating condition during air suspension compressor operation.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The air suspension system will be inoperative.
    • The SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM message will be displayed.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • When the fault is no longer present, DTC C0718 will change from a current DTC to a history DTC on the next ignition cycle.
    • DTC C0718 will be cleared from history after 50 ignition cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Air Suspension Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Air Suspension Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for Scan Tool Information

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify that there are no air leaks in the system.
  2. If a leak is found, repair or replace the leaking component as necessary.
  3. Ignition ON, verify that the air suspension compressor is not mechanically binding.
  4. If a mechanical condition is found, replace the air suspension compressor.
  5. Observe the scan tool Compressor 2 Temperature parameter, the parameter should display OK.
  6. If not the specified value, test or replace the air suspension compressor.
  7. Clear the DTC with the scan tool and run the air suspension compressor with the scan tool output control. The DTC should not reset.
  8. If DTC C0718 resets, replace the air suspension control module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Air Spring Replacement
    •  Air Suspension Air Line Replacement
    •  Compressor Assembly Automatic Level Control Air Replacement
    •  Suspension Position Calibration
    •  Control Module References for air suspension control module replacement, setup and programming