where is the air pump/compressor located?

1999 OLDSMOBILE AURORA
175,100 MILES • 4.0L • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DEDHED70
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I recently purchased a used Aurora & want to change the rear shocks because it does not rise when I have passengers in the rear. I just wanted to know where is the air pump/compressor is located and what would be the best replacement for the shocks?
Mar 23, 2017 at 6:56 PM
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HMAC300
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you can replace the air ones with ones that are not air and have but I forget the name of the company that makes them. the compressor is below right rear of vehicle.
Mar 24, 2017 at 6:58 AM
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RYAN L
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Here is a diagram on where to find it! It is label number 15.
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Mar 24, 2017 at 9:34 AM
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