All Denalis have the electronic "Autoride" suspension. The electrical connector on the top of these shocks, (front and rear) connects to a computer that adjusts the shocks on the fly as you drive. You put the wrong type of shock in there so now you get the "service ride control" message. To get rid of the message, you need to splice in a resistor available online to fool the computer into thinking you have the correct shocks. The truck may ride better than with the old worn out shocks, but will never ride as well as with the factory AC Delco or Monroe electronic equivalents. The truck suspension was designed with the computer controlled units in mind. The price of the factory units used to be over $600 a piece and dealer only. They have come down to $300 which is about the same price as the Monroe electronic replacements. My 2005 Denali with 138k on it, had the Arnott Industries bypass units front and rear as well as a newer Arnott compressor for the rear self leveling air shocks. So this truck had the system bypassed already. I replaced the units with the proper AC Delco units and the ride and handling was like night and day. No more rolling and diving. You could tell the ride changed as you drove over different terrain as well. Also, stay with the stock size tires and rims as the suspension will feel too stiff if you upsize to thinner tires. Most vehicles are a compromise between a soft cushy ride and bad handling or a stiff ride with better handling and load capability. The Denali suspension is the best of both because it adjusts automatically. The self leveling combination electronic AND air shocks in the rear will adjust the vehicle to stay level all the time no matter how much load you carry or pull. A fully functional system uses electronic signals from sensors like the brakes, steering, speed, ride height sensors, temp, and even a yaw sensor. It then gives you the best ride based on conditions automatically. There is plenty of videos and articles about this system. Now that the prices have come down a lot, I would not bypass the system unless you are on a budget for owning a $45k vehicle.
You're the only person who mentions that plastic piece on top of the shock threads. Wasn't sure what that was and didn't want to break anything. Thank You!
this dude put the rubber grommet and steel washer on wrong, the rubber grommets face each other and the steel washers go on the top and bottom as to sandwich the rubber grommets.
And it's always good to use very little packing grease on the inside of the grommets and bolts provides protection from water mud and other anomalies and will never sqeak or anything during its lifetime
Yes.l reset the connections. The srevice light is still on. I haven't had time to look further. Check out the TH-cam Videos of 2004 Yukon Denali service ride control
I decompressed it, just enough to fit, then tied the wire that came with it back on. but not in the bolt hole. then set the bottom in first put the bolt in, then lined up the top and released the wire and it went right on place.
You do not pull on them, they are electronic connector for the autoride system and they need to be unscrewed, now you need probably to get new ones. You cannot use regular shocks on the Denali as the front are magnetic shocks and work with the Air ride system. Didn't you notice they are pretty light weight compared to any other shocks? Did you know as well, that all the Air ride system work in unison with the rest of the car, throttle positioning, throttle body, transmission, Suspension, electronics, now you probably wont be able to drive faster then 80 Miles per hour as the system locks the speed as a safety.
Yeah that's supposed to be the washer first then the rubber garment. Then you put it up then you put the rubber garment on and then the washer. That was wrong the way you were putting it in. I'm just saying that so you know
All Denalis have the electronic "Autoride" suspension. The electrical connector on the top of these shocks, (front and rear) connects to a computer that adjusts the shocks on the fly as you drive. You put the wrong type of shock in there so now you get the "service ride control" message. To get rid of the message, you need to splice in a resistor available online to fool the computer into thinking you have the correct shocks. The truck may ride better than with the old worn out shocks, but will never ride as well as with the factory AC Delco or Monroe electronic equivalents. The truck suspension was designed with the computer controlled units in mind. The price of the factory units used to be over $600 a piece and dealer only. They have come down to $300 which is about the same price as the Monroe electronic replacements. My 2005 Denali with 138k on it, had the Arnott Industries bypass units front and rear as well as a newer Arnott compressor for the rear self leveling air shocks. So this truck had the system bypassed already. I replaced the units with the proper AC Delco units and the ride and handling was like night and day. No more rolling and diving. You could tell the ride changed as you drove over different terrain as well. Also, stay with the stock size tires and rims as the suspension will feel too stiff if you upsize to thinner tires. Most vehicles are a compromise between a soft cushy ride and bad handling or a stiff ride with better handling and load capability. The Denali suspension is the best of both because it adjusts automatically. The self leveling combination electronic AND air shocks in the rear will adjust the vehicle to stay level all the time no matter how much load you carry or pull. A fully functional system uses electronic signals from sensors like the brakes, steering, speed, ride height sensors, temp, and even a yaw sensor. It then gives you the best ride based on conditions automatically. There is plenty of videos and articles about this system. Now that the prices have come down a lot, I would not bypass the system unless you are on a budget for owning a $45k vehicle.
Craigpv2d good stuff! Thanks
Nice that's all I needed to know cause I guess my old school thinking with the truck is completely wrong cause I even bought the wrong shocks lmao.
Finally someone that knows something. I fixed mine with the proper stuff and its a day and night difference.
What if you replace them with the oem shocks i did that myself but thats still on should I just disconnect the battery?
God bless you 😇
You're the only person who mentions that plastic piece on top of the shock threads. Wasn't sure what that was and didn't want to break anything. Thank You!
Welcome
this dude put the rubber grommet and steel washer on wrong, the rubber grommets face each other and the steel washers go on the top and bottom as to sandwich the rubber grommets.
Roberto Grayeagle ya l known. That was crazy. It was pointed out the next day. Thanks.
Totally wrong good luck on the service life and ride slash rattling if it comes loose 4x4ing
And it's always good to use very little packing grease on the inside of the grommets and bolts provides protection from water mud and other anomalies and will never sqeak or anything during its lifetime
shouldn't the washer go on first then the rubber?
Ricardo Yzaguirre yip. l didn't realize that happen until someone else notice it.thanks.
Yes he put metal to metal noise maker
You put the washer and rubber bushing on backwards for the bottom part. You will definitely be hearing some squeaking
DAILYGRIND I know my friend let me know . Thanks
Where can I find those shocks that it has plug for the sensor?
Check eBay, Amazon or have an auto parts store to order them for you. checked the dealer last.
Thanks
After about 5 miles..... What lower bushing?
Hi...thanks for the videos...wondering if you've ever put bigger tires on the denali...
I had bigger tires on my first one. firestone ailment machine was to small. they told me l had. go to a specialist.
I have stock 265 70 17...was wondering if I can go up to 275 70 17 without having to lift it...thanks for reply
@@coffeedollsvp you will need to ask the hydrolic mechanic about that one.
Lol he really did put the washer and bushing on wrong
helpful video did you get service ride in dashboard after shocks replacement?
Yes.l reset the connections. The srevice light is still on. I haven't had time to look further. Check out the TH-cam Videos of 2004 Yukon Denali service ride control
Ali Saleh the connection he removed was from factory auto ride control shocks he put standard shocks on incorrect
Do you still have your Yukon? I’ve been looking at all your vids to maintain mines
Yes, thanks for watching,
I'm having a hard time compressing the bushings as well, how long did it take you to compress them to expose the threaded shaft to plug in the sensor?
I decompressed it, just enough to fit, then tied the wire that came with it back on. but not in the bolt hole. then set the bottom in first put the bolt in, then lined up the top and released the wire and it went right on place.
Very helpful. Thanks!
Guwely Stephenson welcome
Good job,good video!
Thanks
How do I know if I need to replace front shocks?
manny Pep my look like it was in a dip.
diversity2 when I hit a pothole I get slot of hard bounce
Those are not the correct front shocks brother. I did the same thing now the air ride doesn’t work. I need to get the correct shocks.
Do not cut the rubber cord on the shock.until you have it lined up correctly.. Then quickly put the bolt in the whole..
ya, that makes a lot sense. so much for being a handyman.
@@diversity2739 you did a good job sir..
@@StlMar314 thanks
the washer goes backwards sir 😁
Thanks
You do not pull on them, they are electronic connector for the autoride system and they need to be unscrewed, now you need probably to get new ones. You cannot use regular shocks on the Denali as the front are magnetic shocks and work with the Air ride system. Didn't you notice they are pretty light weight compared to any other shocks? Did you know as well, that all the Air ride system work in unison with the rest of the car, throttle positioning, throttle body, transmission, Suspension, electronics, now you probably wont be able to drive faster then 80 Miles per hour as the system locks the speed as a safety.
Thanks, but I have not had any problems increasing speed.
@@diversity2739 interesting, that is great news.
Yeah that's supposed to be the washer first then the rubber garment. Then you put it up then you put the rubber garment on and then the washer. That was wrong the way you were putting it in. I'm just saying that so you know
The top is wrong it go washer than bushings then washer and nut
ya I know, my friend, let me know, thanks, 👍
you do wrong way man washer first than rubber
Ya l know, l do know what l was thinking.
I didn't know what l was thinking.
Top wrong installation washer first then bushing
@@edmontalatala3033 ya, l had to correct that.