How to Check Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 System for Leaks
Question:
I HAVE A 2015 CHEVY 2500HD IF I PUT 30LBS IN MY AIR BAGS IT TAKES ABOUT 5 TO 6 DAYS FOR THE AIR TO LEAK OUT IS THIS COMMON. I HAVE THE AIR LIFT 5000 MODEL 57338
asked by: Anthony
Expert Reply:
I have seen some instances of the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL57338 of having leaks, but these are mostly due to not having a completely squared off cut on the air lines and air leaking from the tubes; not the bags themselves. You'll want to try removing the line, re-cutting the line totally square and then reinstalling it on the bags; after a couple of days check the pressure on the air bags to see if you're still losing air.
If you're still losing air, it's possible that the bags have a leak on them somewhere. You'll want to take some soapy water and spray/apply that mixture to everything related to the air bags- bags, lines, etc.; check the soapy solution to see where bubbles are coming from in order to determine the location of your leak. If your leak is on the bag themselves, you'll need to replace that bag with the Replacement Air Spring # AL50297.
When you go to install the air lines we have found that making a clean square cut is crucial to prevent leaks, the Air Lift Air Hose Cutter # AL10530 works great.
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
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