Service Ride Control - Air Ride fuses to check first

IGN3 10amp inside the car to the left of the steering wheel in the fuse panel.
Stud #1 40 amp (maxi fuse?) under the hood in fuse panel upper most left fuse
RTD 30 amp under the hood in the fuse panel. Green fuse to the left. Look on the cover and the diagram shows its exact location.

[@sherrystockton5826]

Thanks, as a single mom, this really helped me not have to take my car in to service! Thanks for taking the time to make the video...much easier to understand.

[@whome4ux]

HUGE help!!! Thanks for taking the time to post the video.

[@1nobleman]

Thank you! It was my 40 amp under the hood. The dealer wanted $700, but not now since you helped me out!

[@heartlessnickel]

I think you just saved me a trip to dealership thank you so much

[@khalil119]

+D Cloes Thanks for the video! This is good stuff! I recently made a rookie mistake on my 2007 Escalade EXT. I got all brand new suspension about 6 months ago. New Electric front Shocks, new Air rear shocks and of course a brand new Dorman Air Compressor. I disconnected the old air compressor about 3 months prior to installing all the new stuff..."needed to save...spendy" Anyways the connector or Pigtail that plugs into the compressor was just nasty! It poured out sand, dirt, and loose green corrosion dust. Was BAD. Didnt have a spare one at the time. Cleaned it up good! Plugged in the new compressor. Everything was AWESOME! Worked! Two months later - That pigtail was just in my head constantly. I would think about how long it would go until it would die. What the hell...Ordered a new one. AC Delco PT1635. This Female connector came with 8 wires. The Air Compressor pigtail has 7 wires. No Biggie! Spliced all wires, and changed out that nasty pigtail! I FORGOT to disconnect battery! Sure enough the red wire "positive" hit the frame....sparked. Finished up the job. Plugged it into compressor. Now I have the Service Suspension message. DAMN! Shoulda left it alone! Checked my fuses under the hood there STUD1 and STUD2. I don't see any breaks or black marks..hmmm Next is to check the IGN3 which I saw in the video but not sure if the 2007+ have that one. Any idea before getting knee deep in electrical problems....If I touched wires and got a spark during my install of the new pigtail where should I look first?? Relay? and does that spare wire on the pigtail that is not being used need to be completely taken off?? Or grounded? Its not spliced and it is protected by electrical tape as well. THANK YOU!!

[@FlyWindWith]

Thanks a lot, It was my 40 amp under the hood as well. just spend 5 dollars changed a new one. And it's over.

[@terryblackburn7447]

You are lord of Air Ride...thank you!!!..

[@GrimDanny13]

just bought an 04 yukon denali thanks for posting these

[@customsoundimage6838]

This video is very informative. I might add that if all your fuses are fine, disconnect the - lead on the battery and the warning in your info center will go away.

[@JK-mh3ld]

This video helped me fix the problem. My 2011 Yukon Denali had a pump that was failing. At some point I noticed that it just stopped making noise. I replaced the compressor but it didn’t activate. Yes, that failing compressor cause the 40 amp fuse to also blow. My fuses were not located in the same spot, nor labeled the same. However, I simply used your described amperage to pull the fuses until I found the faulty one. I figured the amperage wouldn’t change throughout the years.

[@honkykong7389]

Would this also be the reason my recreational air compressor in the back of my 2005 GMC envoy Denali won't turn on?

[@Scottsboroboy]

Thanks for the infor... Is this the same on all Cars ? I have a 97 Cadillac Deville and the compressor for the rear shocks stopped working.

[@yellowbird7562]

if your air compressor ever leaks make sure you change the gaskets usually too little gaskets that go inside an air compressor

[@stewerotr]

THANK YOU for this video BIG help

[@sergiocuriel7100]

I have a 02 escalade suv short version and i replace mi shocks i got gas shocks now so i got the sevice ride control on my dash do u think it will go away if i take the compressor fuse out ???

[@davidmatyis1732]

Thank so much for this!

[@dregisjable]

Years later thank you

[@joyceschultz543]

My Service light comes on in my 2005 Buick Park Avenue after a short drive. I hear the air compressor running so I know that it works. What else might be wrong? A leak?

[@johnrussell7385]

I dont see a "rtd" fuse labeled via box top or manual on my escalade ext I'm just trying to find out why my suspension isnt reporting that the compressor was toast I have the compressor unhooked and out and i still dont get an error

[@misterwino]

Different vehicle than mine. But should be about the same. Very informative.

[@poloaguilar4744]

would this apply to 2012 yukon denali? thanks in advance

[@elpikina]

I just replaced a new compressor, but i doesn’t come on. I checked all the fuses, check the relay, everything seems good but compressor won’t turn on. Any more suggestions do i miss something? Thanks

[@tevinmcwethy2861]

I have a 1993 caddy seville.the check air ride light is on. how do I fix this problem.

[@robertwagner8598]

I have a 2005 Chevy Silverado. dash been cutting out now it says service ride control but I don't have air ride. it's a plain Jane truck

[@FixItCar]

Thanks!! I replaced the compressor and still didn't work. Found slug fuse missing. Old compressor was bad also.

[@jasonherring]

I have an 2007 envoy Denali that won't air up. The compressor turns on when you use it to air up a tire but not for the bags.

[@trentblasco]

Thank you . I couldn't figure out why my new unit wasn't pumping the old unit burned out and I think blew the fuse I put the new pump in it didn't work your video pointed me to the fuse. thank you

[@J-unit84]

Very helpful ty.

[@demonicpresence3765]

Thank you my child

[@cheveco1981]

i replace my rear air shocks on gmc yukon denali but, how can i reset the service rite control

[@FixitMys3lf]

Bruno Lopez You don't reset it like say a "check engine" light. It goes off by itself if the system is healthy. If you've replace your shocks and the "Service Ride Control" message is still showing, it means something else has failed. Most likely culprit from what I've found is the exhaust function of the air compressor assembly unit. The OEM ones have a wire that corrodes in the exhaust solenoid - the compressor works, but can't release the air, so the system disables itself and gives you the Service Ride Control message.

[@vincenzomacaluso5226]

Hi on my 2006 navigator I was replacing the driver side air suspension sensor and I forgot to disconnect the battery and as soon a unplugged the old one and plugged the sensor my 1 month old air compressor stopped working, checked the fuse box on passenger side but they seem all good. Any help is welcome 🙏 thanks

[@sabrinam9752]

did you get it figured out?

[@MrATL2000]

I have a 06 GMC Envoy Denali and recently I've noticed that after it sits for a day or so, when I come out to drive it, the rear end has lowered. When I crank it up, the compressor comes on, rear raises and drives fine. What could be causing the rear end to lower?

[@KushaTarantino]

normal. its the tow function/feature

[@ebeneizascrooge5617]

thank you most helpful

[@brianmacias22able]

i have a similar peoblem on my 03 navigator check suspension light comes on. checked fuses they were good. and then rplaced the compressor and relay. but it still says check suspension and the truck wont rise up.

[@damieke]

Did you fixed it?

[@williamwatson3567]

Please Help....My 2000 Yukon XL had the Ride Control Equipment Removed Under the Rear of the Vehicle....and an " Adjustable Air Nozzle / Air Shock System was put in its Place....It Rides O.K. --- for a man's SUV. But the " Ride Control " Service Light Stays on ....Can't I just Pull a Fuse or Two....or A relay...? And the Message Center Advisement would Stop Showing up on the Screen..? I realize also Some People Have installed a Resistor in - Line , near where the Compressor was...( I am really Not Sure of all of This...!! ). But No one Seems to be Able to Tell where to install it in-line , or WHAT RESISTANCE # the Resistor Is ( to Buy ). I just Want the "Ride Control " message to stop Showing... Any Solid Suggestions...? I have Asked Before on KZbin, But Never Got an Answer. Thanks in Advance for Any Help.... BillinL.A. 5-30-2021

[@JustinSmith0]

Fix or reset Error for suspension or new install of air ride compressor. DISCONNECT BATTERY + positive side 10+ MINUTES... Cadillac Gm Air ride fix

[@saulcarranza22]

Even on.08 escalade with a display that says SERVICE SUSPENSION system

[@bosnjoe]

Did that and nothing happened

[@shadharrison1]

joseph godwin Same here on a 07 DTS. Had the car on a lift for maintenance and now my air compressor only comes on for a few seconds. Feels like a city bus now.

[@noes.castillol.4935]

hello, question, before my ESCALADE the compressor was running, but a shocks threw the oil and the compressor was not turned on and until the fuse melted, when I replaced the fused melt, as if it sent the signal to turn on, but it would melt again So try with 2 more fucibles until I no longer send the signal to turn on, I really do not know what the problem is now, thank you very much, if someone could help me!

[@FixitMys3lf]

Not sure if your fuse box is same. I do know that my compressor is the same for the Cadillac Escalade of certain years.

[@javiergasca387]

Mi pregunta es si se pude aser la modificasion de estos amortiguadores por unos de gas

[@bouzoukiman5000]

Make sure your air hose from the compressor dryer (above compressor) is not pinched. I changed all 4 shocks and still heard the compressor running all the time. I checked the air hose and it was pulled so tightly up and harnessed the hose was in a V shape. I pulled some slack out and made a nice U shape and problem solved. I think they made this mistake at the factory cuz this is the original compressor. Now it hardly runs and it’s quiet when it does...2000 Yukon SLT

[@youngpzo]

@ T Sparrow did you ever figure yours out? Mine is doing the same or if anyone can help with same problem? Tried all troubleshooting like jumping wires(compressor did not turn on)/checked fuses(all good nothing blown)/bench tested air compressor and turns on, But I don't get any messages in dash. So I decided to buy brand new Dorman air compressor off amazon, got it and installed it but still nothing, all I'm getting is 1 click at like the 20-30 second mark when I suppose the compressor is supposed to engage?

[@stevenray5176]

This is condition i have , just a click. grn seems ok. stud1 fuse looks ok. no per at compressor red wire. thinking relay or bad connection at connector by compresser mtr.

[@elbukimirey6293]

Did you guys ever figure it out? I’m at the same place. How did you bench test your compressor?

[@alanweaver3284]

Same on 2009 suburban dont want to take to gm all new parks justed clicks onch 10 seconds after starting.

[@quiet_dioxide8357]

Woweee 9 year old video ❤❤

[@UncleRio7777]

Thx a lot it helped!!!

[@tomchristensen2914]

My compressor use to run every time I started it. I bought my 08 a month ago. Now it doesnt come on but i dont have any service suspension indicators on

[@ayoomerkiano2361]

you figure it out? same thing happened to me

[@tsparrow8025]

I replaced the compressor ( Dorman) on my 08 Yukon Denali, all fuses are good and new relay, When I bypass the relay, the compressor works, but when I replace the relay and start the engine, I hear a click on the compressor, but the compressor won't start and I get the service suspension warning. Any suggestions?

[@briannaceja4862]

Did you find the problem ? I'm having the same issue

[@alanweaver3284]

My 2009 suburban is do same any suggestions thanks

[@beautyswithinu8829]

Single mom here as well and pregnant I'm tired of my service ride control light coming on as well as ABS but I looked on Amazon and found ABS compressor chords and where to put it as well and to thank the guy told me it's gonna cost $500 to get it and reset it I laughed cause I use to date a mechanic and got his take on it as well

[@armandopanza6775]

Thanks

[@jamesjenkins1128]

I want to know how to replace a lower ball joint on a 99 Yukon and you post me a video of some guy with "real" super powers???? fkn nice!

[@sbond1963]

Hi. I'm here because the compressor in my 06 Escalade never cycles. There are no check engine lights or codes displayed that I'm aware of. would a blown fuse or relay trigger a code? or would it be possible one of the fuses or relay is blown and there is no code showing? the dealer replaced the compressor a couple years back for over $2,000 and I don't want to go back. any help would be appreciated

[@johnrussell7385]

+Bondo same issue with my 07 no error at all but if i remove a fuse errors show

[@sbond1963]

+John Russell I'm all fixed did it myself in driveway. The compressor had failed due to leaking airbags on the shocks. no codes because the electrical is good. But that doesn't mean the compressor can turn over if it's dead. didn't even need to jack it up. Just pop out there compressor pop out the shocks replace everything all done

[@sbond1963]

+John Russell in this video I believe he said he has no codes and he's testing everything. So his electrical is good but his compressor is unable to turn over. Frozen. So in his case I'm he needs to replace the compressor at minimum. But he also needs to know why the compressor died. Probably like mine the compressor wore out from running all the time because the airbags are leaking. he needs to rebuild the compressor with the arnott kit. once he has a functional compressor put a little soapy water on the shocks and watch for leaks. the airbags and the shock get dirty. rub going over bumps going up and down they rub and wear out. Lesson learned keep the air bags and the shock Tower clean

[@johnrussell7385]

i replaced my compressor and it works the shocks were leaking i replaced both of them and everything is grand

[@sbond1963]

+John Russell that's great news what shocks and compressor did you use?

[@leroy3563]

C0575 CADILLAC Code - Left Front Solenoid circuit malfunction Would you known that part this is or where to find it ?

[@1971sls]

Is there a kit for getting rid of the air system and having a regular shock suspension?

[@kurtfmoeller]

Yes. There are different options... you can just replace them with regular shocks, but then you need to find someone to updated the ECU so it stops using autoride. The other option is look at something like what arnott industries sells which replaces them but then has a something you connect the autoride to which just sends happy signals back so the system thinks everything is ok.

[@1971sls]

@@kurtfmoeller thanks for the reply

[@xxSkull36Dollyxx]

I have a 2003 GMC Yukon. The power door locks will lock all the doors with the key fob. But will only unlock the front doors. The 3 back doors wont unlock. I bought a new relay for the left hand fuse panel and it didn't fix it. What would be my next step?

[@DIYCreditRepairKit]

Can some one help me out. One of the air bags was leaking so i replaced both left and right. now the left will not pump up. Any tips? I took the line off and felt no air coming out. the line looks fine. The right (the bad one) has pressure in it. the left does not where it did when i replaced both of them. Im thinking it still will not rise the back on bc one air bag is not working/

[@ajhale77]

This was my problem as well - your comment prompted me to check. Right shock worked but no air ever delivered to left shock. I disconnected all lines from the T, which was visibly blocked, blew it out with compressed air. My left shock’s line was also blocked - blew it out as well, now system is working great.

[@thebitesbetween]

I have new relay new shocks and new compressor and fuses all fine, but compressor won’t turn on.

[@thomasrodriguez3296]

That alc part number from auto zone 19265

[@briannaceja4862]

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[@nikorob24]

thanks for video man. very helpful..im having this problem on my denali..anyone know if that would also cause unusual wear on my rear tires? its wearing on inside part of tires only..plz help.thanks

[@TaurusMCarter]

+nikorob24 You ever figure out what was wearing your tires on the inside? I'm having the same issue

[@nikorob24]

+Taurus Carter yeah it was my air ride suspension

[@brad346326]

if shocks cant hold 10psi the air compressor wont come on

[@Red-wc7yu]

All fuses are good and I still don't hear the compressor 2006 Escalade EXT

[@glenwoodjenkins3018]

Compressor probably bad

[@JrodJrod1]

Where is this for a 1990 coupe deville

[@tokuzumi1]

I'm just bypassing the entire system. Bilstein HD shocks, 5 resistors to trick the system into thinking everything is operational (4 shocks, 1 compressor). All in, $300. Much better than the $200-300/shock and $200 for a new compressor.

[@thomasskenandore8543]

tokuzumi1 do you need the resistors? Can't you just cut the wires and twist them together to get the same result. Just wondering if I really need the resistors or not?

[@tokuzumi1]

Thomas Skenandore I found the resistors aren't necessary. I removed the 30amp RTD fuse, and the stand alone relay just outside of the fuse box in the engine bay. Disconnected the battery first, removed the fuse and resistor, and then reconnected the battery after a half hour. Been like that for 2-3 weeks with no errors.

[@laidspipe]

My 2011 checy avalanche air ride stop working. I don have no messages on the dash. I dont hear compressor working anymore

[@randydahl3646]

Did you ever get the service ride control message cleared? I just put 2 new air shocks in with a brand new air compressor, everything is working I start the truck after about 10 seconds the pump kicks on runs for a few seconds the shocks fill up and pump shuts off. The ride feels great however I still have the service ride control reading on the dash. Thanks for the video and input the truck is a 2003 Cadillac Escalade 6.0

[@3rdcoast40]

Have to disconnect battery before changing otherwise code will stay

[@DjSegwon]

Bro put your videos into a playlist!!!!!!

[@Joaquin-tc5ut]

My perent wants me to tell if you can make one of this video in spanish

[@isaurodominguez6055]

I wish she would move a little slower and actually point out things thank you for the video

[@brandilonkirk6397]

I have a 2007 Chevy Tahoe and ive put on new air shocks and compressor and my compressor won’t come on I’ve tried the fuses and the relay and still the compressor won’t come on I’ve tried unplugging the battery and still the compressor won’t come on if anyone can tell me what the issue is I would surely appreciate that.

[@jamelofrazier]

Hello if the compressor will not turn on by jumping power through the relay. Pull the compressor off the rear left of the vehicle behind the tire and do a self diagnostic . Apply power to the red wire and ground to the black wire on the compressor it should function . If doesn't its the compressor, If it does turn on with a test light check for power on the rear of the vehicle pigtail center pin. If none of these steps work for you let me know I trouble shooted this problem for many years.

[@dontucker.captainofteamdon5487]

nice video, but can you do it in the day time and make it more clear?

[@FixitMys3lf]

Very sorry! I was new to it and had a crappy camera and no clue.

[@jptrustno1]

Why not put the year make model in the title?

[@taneshiascott1517]

Is this why my air won't come on....my truck says service ride control...I'm lost

[@tonycarr705]

What type of vehicle is this???

[@Mrdjhavok]

I checked fuses and they were were all all good also changed the relay I jumped it like u said and the compressor came on but even with the new relay it won't work and I'm still getting the service ride control signal. Any other suggestions on what it might be?

[@tendersoul82]

Same exact thing here..did you find out what that was

[@customsoundimage6838]

tendersoul82 Disconnect your battery for about 15 minutes. That worked for me the two times I had to work on my air ride. I changed out both rear shocks and then later the compressor on my 2004 EXT. Disconnecting the battery both times worked in resetting the computer to delete the code.

[@FixitMys3lf]

***** My guess is first, the exhaust solenoid on your compressor. It's the high failure part of the system. Amazon sells a complete unit now that is awesome. No more splicing wires. No rebuilding the dryer assembly. It's a 30 minute swap. 3 bolts to loosen, the air line, the exhaust line, and plug in the connector and you're done. The one for my 2005 Denali was "Dorman 949-000 Suspension Compressor" on Amazon. The best part is, it has a LIFETIME WARRANTY!!!! I've had to fight this problem 3 times now. First time, it was the exhaust solenoid wire had corroded. Second time, Arnott sent me a defective unit. The 3rd time, the light blue wire on the wire harness on the truck side had corroded all the way through because the GM tech that troubleshot the "first" failure poked his test pobe through the wire insulation exposing the wire to the salt on the road. Hope this helps others. Oh, and you don't "reset" the "Service Ride Control" message. It AUTOMATICALLY goes off, "IF" the system is healthy. And I mean it goes off immediately on next start of car.

[@gbtripleG]

+Custom Sound & Imag did you have to change the rear shocks and the compressor...or was they bad and not working

[@BROOKLYNBEAST718]

+D Cloes Are there more than one Location of fuses for the daytime running lights? If so can you please tell me which one of the fuses are for the daytime running lights? Not the relay fuse under the hood. Just the small fuse in the interior fuse box inside the vehicle. Thank you soo much!

[@wrldisyours3328]

Was this filmed with a rock?

[@sparkyrevenge]

Great info.... camera work is a bit iffy...

[@indycindy5693]

Why does my pump keep runing?

[@iuriireshitnyk9012]

Cynthia Miller there air leak somewhere in the system

[@notfried2004]

Crazy idea right here; Maybe state the make/Model/year somewhere.

[@8752005]

This will cover most GM SUV/Pick up applications from 2000-2010 I would say giving year video was made. But even if fuse locations changed by model year, the names and terms don't. I'm going out to check my fuses on a 2006 EXT right now and hopefully one of the 3 fuses (all 3 if im lucky) will need replace

[@helenalonso9464]

Fuse

[@steveo1725]

checked fuses, I replaced the bad 40amp fuse then I replaced the autolevel control relay. still getting the "service ride control" message, what next???

[@dcloes]

Late reply, but in case others are reading, jumper the relay under the hood and see if the compressor comes on. This bypasses the system's logic and sends power to the compressor. If it pumps, it's most likely IMO the exhaust on the compressor unit.

[@travino]

I think GM putting air ride suspension in their cars was a dumb idea. Especially on their Cadillacs, seeing how they are expensive as hell to begin with.

[@Koumondji]

This is so confusing. Explain it so we can easily understand...

[@dcloes]

I hear you Angelo. This system is crazily over-engineered in my opinion. I've had the Service Ride Control message appear multiple times. 2 times, it was an issue with compressor unit. Last time, one of the blue wires inside the wire harness (truck side) had completely eroded from salt on roads because in testing the wires, the dealer mechanic had poked holes in the insulation. I think the place to start ALWAYS, is the fuses under the hood. Next, I'd jumper the relay under the hood and see if the compressor turns on. If it does, let it run for a bit and then listen for leaks. If it runs when you use the jumper wire, then I'd suspect the exhaust on the compressor unit isn't working....The exhaust releases air from the air ride system after the addition weight is no longer on your truck. If the system can't purge air, you'll get the service ride control message on the dash. Glad to read that Autozone now sells the compressor unit with Lifetime Warranty, but I'll bet Amazon is still cheaper.

[@user-yp8pc4ez3z]

My car old moble

[@occain8810]

Very informative, but you're video is so freaking blurry

[@respectseasoning944]

GM PROBLEMS

[@faridsibu1062]

You are not very clear to jump 30 to 87 since you say 87 is ground and 30 is red wire that goes to the compressor so if you give ground supposed to 30 how is that gonna work so what I think you meant is your ground 87 and 12 V 30 is that correct?

[@helenalonso9464]

Fuse