GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the air compressor assembly with the bracket from the vehicle. Refer to Air Compressor Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 227987  Size: SH
  3. Rotate the spring clip 90 degrees out of the slot.
  4. Remove the air dryer from the air compressor assembly.
  5. Remove the seal from the air compressor, if the seal did not come off with the air dryer.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 227987  Size: SH

    Important: Lubricate the seal with silicone lubricant.

    Spring clip must not be in slots of the air compressor.

  1. Install a new seal onto the air dryer.
  2. Install the air dryer with the seal in the air compressor.
  3. Rotate the spring clip 90 degrees to lock the air dryer in place.
  4. Install the air compressor assembly with the bracket onto the vehicle. Refer to Air Compressor Replacement .