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Old 10-17-2007, 11:26 PM
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Default Re: Towing Questions?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dug
Someone said you could damage your airbags by over loading them. Where did this theory come from ?
Section 4-67 in the Owners Manual. Take it or leave it.


Overload and Overheat Protection
Overload protection is designed to protect the air
suspension system and is an indication to the driver that
the vehicle is overloaded.
If the rear suspension remains at a low height, the rear
axle load has exceeded GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating). When the overload protection mode is activated,
the compressor operates for about 30 seconds to one
minute without raising the vehicle depending on the
amount of overload. This will continue each time
the ignition is turned on until the rear axle load is
reduced below GAWR.
If the total rear GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) is
reached, the suspension may be slightly less than level.
This is normal and does not mean there is a problem
with the air suspension.
If the system overheats, it will shut down and stop all
leveling functions until the system cools down.
During this time the SERVICE AIR SUSPENSION
message will appear in the DIC. See
Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 3-43
for more information.

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