GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 22124-B Pressure Gage (0-300 psi)
    • J 22124-91 Pressure Gage Adapter
  1. Attach the J 22124-91 to the air dryer.
  2. Attach the J 22124-B to the J 22124-91 with the toggle valve on the opposite side of the air compressor. Close the toggle valve.
  3. Apply air pressure at the schrader valve. Pressurize until the J 22124-B reads 690 kPa (100 psi).
  4. Check the following areas using soap bubbles:
  5. • Solenoid valve
    • Air dryer to compressor head O-ring
    • Air dryer cover
    • Air compressor head gasket
    • Air compressor head cover--If necessary, tighten the cover bolts to 5.6 N·m (50 lb in).

If a leak is found, replace the air compressor. Refer to Air Compressor Replacement .