2007 - 2013 Yukon XL, Denali, Suburban rear shock replacement

Replacing air ride shocks with passive shocks on the rear of a Yukon XL Denali

[@cayleighaki1104]

No way!! I bought replacements over a year ago and was too scared to get myself. This is so simple! Thank you!

[@TralfazConstruction]

Thank you for this clear look at the procedure. Having just redone the _entire_ front suspension on an '08 Yukon Denali I'm hoping for a little easier time with rusted bolts out back. I needed a refresher course on all of this 'stuff' because I hadn't tackled a mechanical repair beyond an alternator replacement in over thirty years.

[@michaeldomino3334]

Doing this tomorrow on my wife's xl. Thanks for the easy to understand video 📹

[@dcannedy1966]

Thanks for sharing the knowledge..helped me out a lot! Not too long of a video and very understandable!

[@rauleygarciaiii]

Thank you for the honesty ive always wondered whether to go with these or oe great tutorial by the way

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Rauley Garcia I love the ride of the factory shocks. I wanted to try these and see if the factory system is worth the premium. I think if budget is not an issue I would definitely go back with the factory system. My wife describes these as a bit bouncy compared to factory.

[@youtubechangedmyname]

Just bought the whole kit from Suncore for my 02 Escalade...front shocks, rear coil springs and these shocks with helper springs.

[@anasmahafza3730]

After watching this video, I decided to change air ride suspension by these ones for my Tahoe. After I use them for 10 thousand miles, I don't recommend them at all. They are very bouncy. At 40miles speed, the car starts to bounce like a boat.

[@larrytemen4789]

Much cheaper to get the air shocks you can put air in like a tire. Comes with a T fitting so they both have equal pressure. The reason for this is the Yukon Denali and maybe the Cadillac Escalade have a softer spring in back. It’s essentially a helper spring for the factory air shocks so they don’t have to hold the brunt of the vehicle weight out back. This way you can adjust ride height AND keep your comfortable ride!!

[@BringBackMasculinity1987]

Awesome video!!

[@leexxxa]

so, being the woman of moral integrity & honesty that i am, i have to confess something - i am a self-taught, novice mechanic in the midst of the “learning” phase… & being as i am self-taught …. the learning comes from the mistakes. thank you, you wonderful human being for saving me (well, my truck) from having destroyed my inner fender because i didn’t do my homework on the screws. & thus, would just assume there are none!! & then id, once again, get to take a trip i’ve traveled many times before - to the GM parts department. great video - very to the point - educational - & done with a great deal of consideration for the DIYer at home that may need some things dumbed down a little.

[@billr9]

I had the autoride on my Yukon go out and when you put any load it sagged like crazy and it jusyt didnt set right. i installed these samy shocks with the coils and it fixed the riding condition well. it sat nice and now im going to install the bags in the coil so when i use my car trailker it wont sag again.

[@brycecolbert13]

So i see you say that you'd go with a better replacement in the future. Any recommendations for what you would go with instead of this kit? Have the same year model yukon xl Denali that i need to replace all the struts

[@r1conobe]

2:41 that's what she said.... great vid thank you!

[@daveiacov8858]

thanks for the video

[@charlesbryant3515]

Awesome brother, thanks!

[@rauleygarciaiii]

Good to know man

[@halon130166]

Question I have a 2007 Chevy suburban and when I went to go add the resistor to the rear there are three wires instead of two there are two green wires one yellow wire how do I hook up these resistors

[@ronaldhogue5521]

Hey. I watches a lot of your videos. They have helped me a lot. What conversion kit would you recommend? Thank you

[@YourCarGuyDR]

So I used Suncore and they have been okay. I would shop around and see what the reviews show.

[@miketorres8906]

Great informational video. I do have a 2004 Yukon XL Denali. Would those shocks fit mine.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

You would want to verify. I am not sure how much changed between 2004 and 2007 on the shocks. However you should be able to get the correct ones either way by searching for conversion shocks for your vehicle.

[@bellairautogroupllc8817]

what resisters did they come with?

[@RWCLOCO]

I hear they are very bouncy from different reviews I’m actually looking for something to tow wonder if these will help out ? I have a 2008 Escalade what would be the best thing to use..

[@YourCarGuyDR]

The factory air springs are great for towing. These do okay.

[@derwinpichardo9664]

I’ll be nice if you put the link on the description of the kit purchase for us that would like to buy them

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Derwin Pichardo I will be honest after just over a year with these I am not really happy with them. The ride is bouncy. Looking to go to a better shock the next time around.

[@shawnbeach1421]

How does it ride after a couple of months, years, etc

[@billsmith6537]

Hey car guy dr i read in a comment that you said your compressor was already dead mines is also dead and i have aslight sag i been thinking to go this route do you think this will help get the ride level i have a 2007 Cadillac escalade thanks in advance bud

[@YourCarGuyDR]

The ride did get back to level and this was a fairly inexpensive repair. However when the factory shocks were working the ride was much better than with these shocks.

[@bronzeback4692]

I'm converting from the autoride to regular bilstein gas shocks do I have to change the coil springs?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Bronze back because the rear was air ride you will likely need some sort of additional spring.

[@curt63084]

What brand or shocks did you use?

[@DJDREW87]

I considering doing the conversion because my Suburban says when I tow my car to the track on a trailer. What's your suggestion

[@YourCarGuyDR]

andrew young the factory air ride is better than these when it is in good shape. For the price these work well.

[@levth2839]

So what brand do you recommend? I have 09 Yukon Denali xl with 26 inch wheels that can't get a full interlock without scrubbing so I definitely wanna lift her up but don't wanna wait on a mechanic

[@YourCarGuyDR]

I would look at a lift kit setup with new shocks and struts. Someone like Rancho should have what you are looking for.

[@aznnp77]

I'm getting conflicting info. I have an 04 Denali. Are the rear shocks the only shocks, or are the fronts air shocks too?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

aznnp77 as far as I have seen only the rear shocks are air.

[@gbuilds2667]

Going to get them but I don’t see the resisters in the set

[@Allllday]

Any experience with the front struts other than the oem?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

demonhunt3r 11:11 so I have a video with swapping the front struts. Same brand as the rears. They were fairly inexpensive and works decently for the first year. They are starting to wear and I will likely use a higher quality replacement on the next go round. The ride quality is definitely not as good as the factory struts.

[@laschell59]

So once you change them out,you dont need the air compressor anymore?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

DYI-n-SAVE-FROM A-Z that is correct.

[@mr.doinstuff8466]

Whats the resistance?

[@joelgomez7149]

I will notice the difference between air and covetional ?

[@TralfazConstruction]

Yes. So far I've done the front struts/springs on a similar vehicle. The difference _is_ noticeable but not disappointing and that is exactly what I was hoping for. You may have already tackled your situation and if so, what are your impressions?

[@Raptor-7]

Would the rancho RS9000XL fit my 03 denali xl? AutoZone says yea but getting mixed reviews...front shocks are dead, the whole air suspension is dead lol

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Raptor *7 yes rancho does have rs9000xl shocks that will work.

[@conradnerdahl127]

another question; why does Arnott require the installation of their bypass module; or, does that take the place of the sensor termination resistors?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

It takes the place of the resistors.

[@JohnSmith-mm6hf]

GMC 2007 Yukon Denali. My dash panel warning system is displaying 'Service Suspension System' at me non-stop. A local mechanic says my rig needs new rear shocks (estimate = $1154.00). The local GMC DEALERSHIP says my rig needs new air ride suspension modules AND new shocks (estimate = over $2000). After watching this video, I think I want to handle this project myself. Two quick questions: (1) which shocks should I buy? (2) After I replace the shocks, how would I get the dash panel warning to stop displaying 'Service Suspension System' ?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

The brand of shocks will be completely up to you. The better shocks you buy the better it will ride. If the reason that your service suspension light is on is due to the shocks then adding the resistors should take care of the issue.

[@JohnSmith-mm6hf]

@@YourCarGuyDR Thank you sir! Greatly appreciated.

[@jorgedeluna1110]

Wherever you install them, did you get the abs light before you install the resistor?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Jorge De Luna no the abs light comes on for different reasons. Usually with the abs light you have a wheel speed sensor that is having issues.

[@lukes2638]

If you had no ABS problem before replacement, but the light is there afterwards... There is an electrical clip that sits just out of sight near the right rear shock. It is close to the frame and easy to accidentally unclimbed when trying to get to the backside of the top bolt. Double check that you didn’t unclip it.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Moises Diaz the abs light should not have come on at all unless the wiring was hit or damaged during installation. The abs wiring goes to a sensor near the wheel hub. Inspect those wires and make sure that they are plugged in and not damaged.

[@LEO-sl2ge]

1million 👍👍👍👍👍🆙

[@ThatGlock45]

Old video- but what shock did you go woth

[@commencents]

Can you provide an update on the ride of your vehicle ? I ordered these and was wondering what the ride quality was like

[@YourCarGuyDR]

It is better than worn out shocks but not near as good as the original suspension when it is in good shape.

[@commencents]

@@YourCarGuyDR so would you say it's rougher ? And are you still running them?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

@@commencents I am still running them. They have a bit more of a bouncy ride.

[@commencents]

@@YourCarGuyDR ok thank you one more question sorry.. did you end up using the resistors that came with the kit and did you end up pulling the fuse for the compressor?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

@@commencents I did use the resistors that came with the kit and I did not pull the fuse for the compressor.

[@caliboysemien2133]

I'm changing my rear shocks on a 2007 Yukon Denali. Do you know the exact part number because they have alot to choose from 😱

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Unfortunately I do not. It has been a long time since I did this repair.

[@tomaslopez4322]

Did you leave the stock spring in place with this shock spring combo?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Yes the stock springs were left in place.

[@averyjennings2118]

Hello...i want to do the shock conversion as well on my 2009 Gmc Yukon xl denali. Did you disconnect the battery before doing the work? Any advice for the mechanic?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

No need to disconnect the battery o. This one. It is a fairly simple job.

[@conradnerdahl127]

Part number for rear shocks?

[@JS-jv6rg]

What brand are those?

[@scorpio5165]

he didn't need to reconnect the two wires back on the shocks?

[@youtubechangedmyname]

You wire in resistors...these shocks do not have electronicics

[@danielcampos2470]

From where u orden?

[@850xp3]

Hi there bud ,I'm wondering if this will work for a 06 denali yukon xl ??? Please and thanks

[@YourCarGuyDR]

The 2006 is a different chassis design. But the basics are the same. Just make sure you order a set for your specific vehicle.

[@fernandogodina505]

I drive a tahoe 2011 the rear shock spring will fit

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Yes it should go in with no issues.

[@hugocadena5852]

Do you know why after changing them the ABS and Stabilitrack light came on?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Did you install the resistors?

[@hugocadena5852]

@@YourCarGuyDR I didn't reinstall air shocks or do I still need them?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

@@hugocadena5852 the resistors let the vehicle think that it has the air shocks and will keep it from setting the error lights.

[@eightpack03]

Did you tow anything with them on yet

[@YourCarGuyDR]

eightpack03 I have. They work fine but are clearly inferior to the stock shocks.

[@Nappo27]

@@YourCarGuyDR in terms on comfort maybe. but for towing 100 percent better.

[@samsen201]

Now what do you do with that annoying error message in dash: "Service your suspension"? I did the same (Went cheap to replace passive instead of air rid) and can't get the thing disappear in any ways.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Sam Sen have you installed the resistors? I have another video showing putting in the resistors.

[@samsen201]

@@YourCarGuyDR Thanks for that. Can you leave a link please.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Sam Sen kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnasdWWEmaylnKs

[@justinlawson8045]

Hello, I recently installed the exact shocks on my 2015 Yukon XL Denali and now I’m getting a service suspension warning. I installed the resistors as instructed. Any suggestions? Is there a reset? Should I pull the compressor fuse? Thanks

[@samsen201]

@@justinlawson8045 I let "Your Car Guy Dr" to reply your question as he is the OP and expert in this field, not me. My penny opinion: Pulling fuse is of no use. Because as long as fuse is missing, your car's computer is going to report it as as defect in the line, thus representing it with same error message that you are getting right now: "Service Suspension". -If you have the resistors installed and still having the message, the type of resistor (Ohm) might be wrong, thus computer can not be fooled to think that normal/working air suspensions are present. -If you are sure you have the right resistors in place, then at least one of your circuits are at fault (Short/misconnection etc).

[@1979FordsRock]

Where did you order these? What resistor do I need?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

I ordered these on eBay and they came with the resistors.

[@jorgedeluna1110]

Did they add any height?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Jorge De Luna not on my vehicle. They ride in the same position that my air shocks did.

[@fishmandad588]

Can u tell me where did you get the shocks from

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Fishman Dad I bought them from eBay.

[@jmg5155]

@@YourCarGuyDR what are they called or part number?

[@timdalton9661]

What brand are they, an where did you order them.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Tim Dalton Suncore purchased from EBay. They don’t ride as well as the factory shocks but do get the job done.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Tim Dalton I bought them as part of a kit on eBay. Item #311890929918

[@fishmandad588]

Hi ,can you please tell me where did you get those struts from, because I toe my boat with my truck and it always bottoms out, so I need something stronger thanks

[@dhomevideos]

Fishman Dad anyout parts store should have it, could also run a airbag kit on the rear that will level the truck out but won’t affect the ride quality without the trailer

[@youtubechangedmyname]

@@dhomevideos Wrong, these are Suncore shocks made specifically to delete Z55 air ride in these trucks.

[@rauleygarciaiii]

Hows the ride?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

It rides well but not as good as the factory shocks.

[@joshuaremackel84]

What kind of shock?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Joshua remackel these are Suncore shocks.

[@blaschavez6560]

You installed coilovers and left the stock spring?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

These coil overs are calibrated to replace the stock air shock, not to substitute for the factory springs.

[@blaschavez6560]

@@YourCarGuyDR Hmm, I'm an off road guy, so I see cool overs and I think that's superior, I have an old Denali 07, and the shocks are due hence why I watched your video, thanks for the info, sorry if I came off condescending.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

@@blaschavez6560 no problem at all. I built a lot of off road trucks when I was younger. I understand the confusion. These shocks are an inexpensive replacement but the ride quality is not as good as the factory air ride. If you are price conscious these work.

[@MrDrift87]

What is number part of shocks?

[@FOEKING-zv4su]

Francisco Javier Amezquita Garcia.

[@ereed42]

Car guy why didn’t you replace shocks with same type of shock that came on your truck was there something wrong with the air suspension system

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Ernest reed the air suspension had failed and I wanted to show a budget repair. The parts to repair the air suspension are more than triple the cost of the ones I installed. However the air suspension is superior in ride and handling to these parts.

[@ereed42]

Thank you for responding I was wondering why because I have an 07 Yukon Denali and my shocks are bad was thinking about using the same shocks but based on your answer I will put the air shock back on.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Ernest reed I recommend the air ride.

[@bernardwashingon4779]

Where did you get the shocks from ?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

I ordered via eBay

[@braplife8227]

@@YourCarGuyDR what brand shocks are they?

[@reyreyna3555]

Where did u get those

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Rey Reyna I purchased off of eBay.

[@bradishee8666]

Where did you get the resistors to stop the dash warning message ? Part number and name? Phone number to order them?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

My resistors came with the shocks that I purchased. Resistors are available on eBay or Amazon or many other sites.

[@bradishee8666]

@@YourCarGuyDR Thanks for the hot tip.

[@arturotalavera5894]

Hello do you have a part number or company to buy them.. how does it feel

[@YourCarGuyDR]

You would want to look them up for your vehicle. The ride is better than completely worn out struts but not near as good as good factory struts

[@Bassingtv]

What type of shocks?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Gold Chinxz these are from Suncore.

[@joelgomez7149]

Do you have the links for dose shocks I will lake to replace my

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Joel Gomez rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F382120329377

[@joelgomez7149]

Sir is this will fit in a Dinali 2009 2wd ?

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Joel Gomez you may need different part numbers for the 2wd struts.

[@joelgomez7149]

Your Car Guy DR Thanks sir

[@joelgomez7149]

I’m having an issue, I installed the front and rear struts and my front end is higher than my rear end, do you know anything that could be causing this ? They are properly installed and the seller swears they are the right struts , I believed it was the rear height compressor and that’s not the issue either. Help please !!

[@pthomas776]

Too bad he did not furnish information on what brand of shocks.

[@YourCarGuyDR]

P Thomas brand is Suncore. All you have to do is ask.

[@elbertwilhite7458]

Thanks so the resistor kit by passed any singles sent to the dash:

[@YourCarGuyDR]

Elbert Wilhite the resistors simulate having the active suspension and fool the computer.

[@hugosalazar7617]

Something to keep in mind about these shocks. You’ll lose ride quality by a lot. They are stiff, and when you a a bump the rear it like to bounce. I went back to air after installing these on my Escalade.

[@christopherborden6203]

Where did you buy yours?

[@christopherborden6203]

And price?

[@danielcampos2470]

Who sale the parts

[@YourCarGuyDR]

You can get the parts on eBay or through several online parts sellers.

[@lorenzohart9560]

Dont recommend this brand. I bought some for the front of my denali and after 6 mo the rubber bushing at the bottom is already separated

[@jadenbright3854]

What brand

[@chauncy2135]

Is

[@cesarvargas31]

Worst choice ever!!! Thing now feels like an old Cadillac with bad shocks! Anyone else swap these back out for anything else? I also changed the coils to the Monroe tow helper springs.?? Also did the front (Rancho Quick lift s) they too suck!