OEM 2001 Cadillac DeVille Secondary Air Injection Pump

2001 Cadillac DeVille Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Secondary Air Injection Pump on 2001 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: Raise the vehicle before starting replacement of the secondary air injection (AIR) pump. The splashed shield can be exposed by removing front screws from the left front wheel well so you can access the air pump assembly. Begin by loosening the air outlet hose pinch clamp followed by lowering it. Then remove the air inlet hose from the air pump and disconnect the air pump electrical connector. The replacement of the air pump begins by removing the upper air pump to cradle bolt followed by lifting to extract the air pump from the cradle bracket. Start the air pump installation by attaching the lower bolts/nuts to the cradle bracket while performing tasks according to the fastener notice in service precautions. Both upper and lower air pump to cradle bolts should be tightened to reaching 9 n.m torque value (80 lb in). To reinstall the air pump system start with connecting the electrical power to the air pump followed by routing the outlet hose and clamp onto the pump before connecting the inlet hose to the pump. Finally, lower the vehicle.