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    <partNumber>P-3880</partNumber>
    <partName>Arnott Air Suspension Compressor</partName>
    <partFit>Audi Q7 / Q8 / SQ7 / RS Q8 / SQ8, Bentley Bentayga, &amp; Lamborghini Urus</partFit>
    <partPhoto><image file="../P-3880/P-3880_001.jpg" alt="P-3880 Arnott Air Suspension Compressor" title="P-3880 Arnott Air Suspension Compressor" /></partPhoto>
    
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  </header>
  
<section>
    <headline_large_left>Compressor Removal</headline_large_left>
 </section>
 
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			1
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Raise the vehicle.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			2
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Locate the shielded compressor toward the rear of the vehicle.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			3
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Remove the three (3) nuts securing the compressor shield. (Figures 1, 2, 3)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			4
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Disconnect the two (2) electrical connectors. Find the second connector toward the top of the compressor on the side facing the front of the vehicle. (Figures 4, 5)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			5
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Disconnect the hose by removing the clamp. (Figure 6)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			6
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Disconnect the two (2) air lines from the compressor. (Figures 7, 8)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
	<section>
	<headline_medium_left>AIR LINE FITTING REMOVAL</headline_medium_left>
</section>

<section>
    <warning>
    	Prior to inserting the existing air line into the new air strut you will need to remove the old original equipment air line fitting and discard.
    </warning>
  </section>
  
  <section>
  	<note>
  		Scratches and/or deep cuts in the air line can result in possible leaks. Inspect the air line before insertion. Air line needs to be replaced if damaged.
  	</note>
  </section>
	
	<section>    
    <image_quad file1="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Fitting_Removal_1.jpg" alt1="8-1: OE AIR LINE FITTING" title1="8-1: OE AIR LINE FITTING" caption1="8-1: OE AIR LINE FITTING" file2="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Fitting_Removal_2.jpg" alt2="8-2: SLIDE THE THREADED PORTION UP THE LINE AND SPREAD THE COLLET OPEN TO REMOVE" title2="8-2: SLIDE THE THREADED PORTION UP THE LINE AND SPREAD THE COLLET OPEN TO REMOVE" caption2="8-2: SLIDE THE THREADED PORTION UP THE LINE AND SPREAD THE COLLET OPEN TO REMOVE" file3="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Fitting_Removal_3.jpg" alt3="8-3: SLIDE THE AIR FITTING OFF OF THE AIR LINE" title3="8-3: SLIDE THE AIR FITTING OFF OF THE AIR LINE" caption3="8-3: SLIDE THE AIR FITTING OFF OF THE AIR LINE" file4="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Fitting_Removal_4.jpg" alt4="8-4: DISCARD OE AIR LINE FITTING" title4="8-4: DISCARD OE AIR LINE FITTING" caption4="8-4: DISCARD OE AIR LINE FITTING"/>
  </section>
	
	  <section>
		<text-center>
			FIGURE 8
		</text-center>
	  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			7
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Remove the three (3) bolts attaching the compressor to the compressor mount. (Figures 9, 10, 11)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			8
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Lower the compressor out.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			9
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Compressor removal complete.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
 <section>
    <headline_large_left>Compressor Installation</headline_large_left>
 </section>
 
<section>
    <warning>
    	Tighten all nuts and bolts to the manufacturer’s specifications during the installation process.
    </warning>
  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			1
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Line up the new compressor into position. Reinstall the three (3) bolts to secure the compressor to the compressor mount. (Figure 12)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>	

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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			2
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Install the two (2) air lines to the appropriate locations on the new compressor. Remove the shipping pins and ensure that the air line is secured as demonstrated. (Figures 13, 14)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
	<section>
		<headline_medium_left>Shipping Pin Removal and Air Line Installation</headline_medium_left>
	</section>
	  <section>    
		<image_quad file1="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Installation_1.jpg" alt1="13-1: REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF THE SHIPPING PIN." title1="13-1: REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF THE SHIPPING PIN." caption1="13-1: REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF THE SHIPPING PIN." file2="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Installation_2.jpg" alt2="13-2: INSERT AIR LINE INTO THE AIR LINE FITTING UNTIL IT STOPS." title2="13-2: INSERT AIR LINE INTO THE AIR LINE FITTING UNTIL IT STOPS." caption2="13-2: INSERT AIR LINE INTO THE AIR LINE FITTING UNTIL IT STOPS." file3="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Installation_3.jpg" alt3="13-3: AIR LINE INSERTED." title3="13-3: AIR LINE INSERTED." caption3="13-3: AIR LINE INSERTED." file4="..//P-3880/Air_Line_Installation_4.jpg" alt4="13-4: GENTLY PULL ON AIR LINE TO CONFIRM IT IS FULLY SECURED BY THE AIR LINE FITTING." title4="13-4: GENTLY PULL ON AIR LINE TO CONFIRM IT IS FULLY SECURED BY THE AIR LINE FITTING." caption4="13-4: GENTLY PULL ON AIR LINE TO CONFIRM IT IS FULLY SECURED BY THE AIR LINE FITTING."/>
	  </section>
	
	  <section>
		<text-center>
			FIGURE 13
		</text-center>
	  </section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			3
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Reconnect the hose using the hose clamp. (Figure 15)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			4
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Reconnect the two (2) electrical connectors. (Figures 16, 17)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			5
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Reinstall the three (3) nuts to secure the compressor shield. (Figures 18, 19, 20)
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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  </section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			6
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Compressor installation complete.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
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	<space></space>
</section>
	
<section>
	<headline_large_warn>WARNING</headline_large_warn>
</section>
	
<section>
	<headline_large>Cracked air springs must be changed to validate the warranty on the compressor</headline_large>
</section>
	
<section>
	<headline_medium>Please read additional warranty information on the back of your invoice</headline_medium>
</section>

	<section>    
    	<image_tripleFig caption="21: Cracked Air Springs" alt="21: Cracked Air Springs" title="21: Cracked Air Springs" file1="../P-3880/Cracked_Air_Spring_1.jpg" file2="../P-3880/Cracked_Air_Spring_2.jpg" file3="../P-3880/Cracked_Air_Spring_3.jpg"/>
	</section>
	
<section>
	<headline_large>Proper procedure for assessing your air spring's condition</headline_large>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			1
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Turn off air suspension switch if equipped.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			2
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Refer to owner's manual for proper lifting techniques and jacking points. 
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			3
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Raise the vehicle.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
	
<section>
	<steps>
		<stepNum>
			4
		</stepNum>
		<text>
			Inspect air springs for any type of cracks or excessive wear. Cracks in air springs are evident if they are leaking. This will cause the compressor to overheat from continuous operation.
		</text>
	</steps>
</section>
  
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  	<partNumber>P-3880</partNumber>
  	<revision>REV 01</revision>
  	<date>February 24, 2026</date>
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