How to Replace 2015-2020 GM Struts and Shocks - Install TUTORIAL 🚙 and Magneride Bypass Install ✅

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All of these shocks are available for Auto Level Air Rear
540-1675 (2015 Yukon/Tahoe/Escalade)
540-1721 (2017-2020 Yukon/Tahoe/Escalade)
540-1722 (2016-2020 Suburban/YukonXL/Escalade ESV) used in the video on our Tahoe
540-1723 (2016-2020 Suburban/YukonXL/Escalade ESV)
0:00 Intro
0:25 Tools
0:41 Disconnect Battery
0:58 Front - Jack Stand Location
1:22 Front - Sway Bar End Links
1:52 Front - Lower Coilover Bolts
2:21 Front - Top Hat Wiring
3:00 Front - Magneride Connector
3:40 Front - Top Hat Nuts
4:30 Front - Removing Coilover
4:56 Lower Mounting Hardware
5:28 Installing New Coilover
6:49 Rear - Jack Stand Location
7:09 Rear - Magneride Connector
7:50 Rear - Air Line
8:00 Rear - Wheel Well Liner
8:18 Rear - Upper Shock Bolt
9:00 Rear - Lower Shock Bolt
9:47 Installing New Air-Shock
11:04 Check for Air Leaks
11:26 OBD/SS - Magneride Bypass Install
12:31 Outro

[@user-mp6uq4dq5y]

Curious, why bypass the magnaride front shocks?

[@xineering]

Both front and rear shocks are magneride on this vehicle. Magneride tends to fail within 60k miles, replacing with standard stuts/coilovers is cheaper and more robust. Our OBD/SS bypass kits allow us to do so! shocksims.com/shop.html#!/OBD-SS-Module/p/553911289/category=0

[@tommurphy4895]

Great video. I replaced the magneride shocks and struts, but the installation videio was extremey helpful.

[@xineering]

Glad we could help! :)

[@lljimmy1]

17 sierra Denali 1500. You were spot on that these shocks fail around 60k miles. My truck currently rides worse than a 2500.

[@xineering]

That is what we are here for. Let us know how we can help.

[@jimmybartley5594]

Great video

[@xineering]

Thanks Jimmy!

[@dawidhebda3399]

Great video, Thank you! I'm considering switching away from the Magnaride system. Got my 2019 Tahoe Premier about one year ago and rear end has always been SO stiff. Currently at 60k miles. What if I already have something plugged into the OBD2 port, keeping the truck running continuously in V8.

[@xineering]

Having two devices plugged into the OBD2 port is super easy! Checkout our video we did on the topic: instagram.com/xineering/reel/CzWtL6GrD0a/ You can view the splitter cable on our store: shocksims.com/shop.html

[@kamerynmcclain-honorable7433]

Do you have any suggestions for breaking loose rusted on sway bar link? Won't budge with impact.

[@xineering]

I would try using a chemical like PB Blaster or CRC Freeze Off. Good luck!

[@efrainserrano936]

If I have a 3” leveling kit in the front and stock rear height do I need to purchase the ride height simulators for the front only?

[@xineering]

Have you raised the front on stock magneride?

[@rafaelmenchaca5763]

Hello, what do I use for the harness connector so that it does not mark on the board?

[@xineering]

Hey Rafael, To get rid of the Service Suspension Message on the dashboard, simply leave the vehicle harness alone and plug in an OBD/SS. shocksims.com/shop.html#!/OBD-SS-Module/p/553911289/category=0

[@jamesmiller8769]

Will this work with a lowering kit on a 2016 Sierra Denali? I haven’t bought the lowering kit yet, just doing research on everything now and was pointed in your direction for the magneride delete.

[@xineering]

@jamesmiller8769 Hi there. Thank you for the interest. Yes, the OBD/SS Module will work perfectly with a lowering kit on your 2016 Sierra Denali. Give us a call or email if you would like more information. We are here to help.

[@koreychapados7038]

I have an 07 yukon denali will this bypass work on that year as well

[@xineering]

Hi @koreychapados7038 Unfortunately our products do not work with pre 2015 vehicles. Check out our FAQ's with some additional information for RPO Z55. shocksims.com/FAQ_MultiPiece.html

[@trinidadcoronado5385]

After removing mag ride shocks what shocks year and model will fit my tahoe 2016 ? That are not electronic will chevy silverado 2016 compatible with my suspension?

[@xineering]

There are some recommended front and rear shocks in the FAQ section of ShockSims.com (depending on if you want to retain auto level in the rear) For your Tahoe up front we recommend the Monroe 139104 fully assembled front strut For the rear you can use anything from an 2007-2023 1500 truck. If you want non-magneride auto level air in the rear, which we highly recommended if you tow over 2000#. Check out our shock page! shocksims.com/shocks.html

[@adamh.9178]

I recently purchased a used 2015 tahoe ltz...the rear air rides look as though they were changed recently cutouts in the fender well right where the upper bolts are and shocks look pretty clean but the fronts are shot. Can you replace the fronts with non magneride with your bypass module but leave the rear alone for now is that possible?

[@xineering]

Exactly! You can do the fronts now with our bypass module and the rear will still function as normal. Then when you do the rears our Module will automatically bypass the rear as well. No need to purchase anything additional from us.

[@jordantozier1947]

What strut do you use if you have a 22 innch wheeel?

[@xineering]

From our experience, we found that almost all aftermarket struts work fine with 22" wheels. The Tahoe in this video is equipped with the LTZ 22" wheels and rides great with its replacements. Front: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaCYlaeDgMRomJYsi=3z3FpXUreQrFibHY&t=306 Rear: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaCYlaeDgMRomJYsi=kkkrj6LJcy5IwneU&t=587

[@joeltrevino372]

Will bad shock cause it to make squeaky nosies when u hit bumbs

[@xineering]

That is definitely possible. I would also check sway bar bushings.

[@mjnforth]

My squeak was coming from a failed lower BJ... I did both upper and lower. I have a 2015 LS Tahoe... I dont think I have the MR system? What is the easiest way to tell? I"ve already replaced the rears they were air ride with the adjustable compressor but I dont think they were Magna Ride

[@xineering]

The easiest way to tell if you have Magneride shocks/struts is there will be an electrical plug coming out of the top of the shocks/struts. The RPO code will also tell you. Typically the Tahoe LS model does not have magneride.

[@mjnforth]

​@@xineeringI'm replacing with Bilstein 5100s on Friday. Looking forward to it.

[@user-mz3fw9mu5z]

Why not just take the inner fender out and do all the work eight in the fender.......Much easier

[@xineering]

Many different ways to attack the job. Might have to try that on the next one👍

[@ronniecardy]

Don't think i.have them on my 18 Tahoe were.on my 16 LTZ Suburban

[@xineering]

Magneride goes by the RPO Z95. Luckily this shock install will work with most GM Trucks AND SUVs from 2015-2020

[@koaalex636]

If I’m using the delete kit and no longer want air shocks ran by the compressor can I just use for instance the rough country N3 rear shocks?

[@xineering]

​@@koaalex636 Yes!! You can use any non air rear shock. Be sure to follow our ALC (Auto Level Control) Bypass video to loop the air lines to seal the air system so it passes the pressure check at start up. -Thanks for the comment!

[@koaalex636]

Can you link the video. I didn’t see it on the list of videos for some reason.

[@xineering]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZSsdWaCgcZobM0

[@Joe-pb3lx]

to get rid of the " service suspension system " message just pull the fuse for the auto leveling and the compressor fuse......message goes away......no need for any gadgets

[@xineering]

That is one way to do it... BUT: If you do this you will causing a rush of DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) to be present on your SCM (Suspension Control Module) resulting in a speed limiter. Many people in Texas or other states that experience freeway speeds of 80mph+ will have a hard time maintaining pace in traffic. If the compressor fuse is missing, anyone looking to utilize their rear air suspension for towing will not have functioning Auto Leveling in the rear. Our OBD/SS line of magneride bypasses allows you to utilize after market air suspension and takes care of the speed limiter.

[@Joe-pb3lx]

ok.....every scenario is different.....i dont have my original suspension, its analog now......@@xineering

[@RamseyTheProducer]

Dude should I buy them from GM? sucks man I gotta get someone to do it for me😂

[@willgriff.mp4]

You can get the struts listed from anywhere really. Amazon, RockAuto, AutoZone etc. Unless you can score a deal at the dealer, I would take it to a Mom and Pop shop. What is the year, make and model of your vehicle?

[@RamseyTheProducer]

@@willgriff.mp4 LTZ 2015

[@xineering]

Check out our website for some recommended shocks/struts. shocksims.com/shocks.html

[@Solarlifeoffgrid]

Lol 800 bucks no there not fool there lik 80 to 100 bucks.. and some change lol tf

[@xineering]

At the time of this video that was the price for OEM Magneride shocks and struts..

[@garettdixon770]

Do you have pictures of the truck. From what i understand the front was lifted some but the rear is stock height because of using ac delco air. I want to do the same thing but do not want the front high then the rear.