Increase Resistance on Air Exhaust Solenoid Circuit - YKon

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To address the air exhaust solenoid issue on the Yukon, increasing the resistance in the circuit may resolve the computer's fault detection. Adding a resistor in series or using a length of wire can help achieve the desired resistance range of 18 to 45 ohms. The solenoid may be failing due to internally shorted turns, indicated by the low resistance reading. If adding resistance resolves the issue, replacing the solenoid with a new one is recommended for reliability. Adjusting the circuit should be approached cautiously, as deviations from manufacturer specifications can affect performance.
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I am working on air ride system on my Yukon. the computer trouble code says the air exhaust solenoid is bad. I bench tested it and it works fine. I think the problem is the resistance. the resistance is suppost to be between 18 and 45 ohms. it reads right on 18. I think the computer is reading that as bad. what can I do to increase the resistance on this solenoid circuit??

Any input will be appreciated.
 
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You can increase the DC resistance by adding a resistor in series.
For such a low resistance - a length of wire may do the trick.
 
It may be that the solenoid is on the way out with internally shorted turns.
Add a couple of ohms resistance. If that fixes the fault detection then replace the solenoid with a good one.
Deviation from a manufacturers standard circuit does not usually engender reliability.
 
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