Down in the bumps - EAS

gencybay said:

I've unexpectedly joined the EAS compressor club. Using Wammers guide, insufficient output from compressor. I can't lay hands on a service kit today.

If I drive on the bumps with no compressor fitted, am I going to be treated to a whole lot of beeps and messages?

Nanocom was not registering any faults prior to removal.

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Datatek said:

I don't know about beeps and messages, but you may suffer crushed discs in your spine

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gencybay said:

Probably only 4 miles or so. It is a worry though as my wife is already suffering from the ailment that you describe. Looks like a minicab for her - which will be as costly as the service kit.

I've not had problems with the EAS previously (other than bag replacements) so am hoping that it is going to be a one item fix and this not being one of a series of faults.

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Grrrrrr said:

I keep a spare compressor handy. Always have an emergency inflator kit ready too. Lock the height position switch. If it is on the bump stops it will be nasty. Might need new fillings too.

When you put the new one on I'd test for leaks for a few nights or do a trace with the Nanocom and see % of time the pump is running on a 20 - 30 minute run.

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gencybay said:

Where are you sourcing your compressors?

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gencybay said:

Where are you sourcing your compressors?

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gencybay said:

Thanks to Wammers and Grrrrr, it is fixed. Getting that bloomin' clamp ring of the piston took some doing. Very quick to rise now.

I'd also like to thank my agent, my lovely wife and children and all of you who took the time to read this when you could have been doing something more enjoyable.

Finally, this pictorial was quite useful.

https://x8r.co.uk/index.php/range-r...pressor-piston-liner-seal-repair-fix-kit.html

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