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Check air suspension system problem

)" Check air suspension sys. " warning came on so I unhooked connectors in trunk (passengers side) as per owners manual thinking this would stop the pump from coming on & eliminate the warning; however, warning returns 15-20 min. after ea. restart of engine & pump turns on & off frequently. Is this normal & if not what further steps should I undertake????? If I somehow disable the air compressor will that cause any damage to car???? Thanks!!

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Sounds like one of the rear air bags is leaking and if you get under car and spray with soapy water from spray bottle you can find leak and replace bag or line that is leaking. turning off the pump is not a good idea the rear bags will deflate and cause the car to ride too low and cause damage bottoming out. also if the leak is not fixed soon the air compressor will run too constantly and burn out/wear out and very expansive to replace.

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