Removing Bump Stop on 2014 GMC Sierra z71 to Install Firestone Air Bags

Updated 06/25/2014 | Published 06/24/2014

Question:

I have a 2014 sierra 1500, to install the air bags the rubber bumper above springs needs to be removed, its not bolted on, its welded on, now what. Its a z71 1

asked by: Gary B

Expert Reply:

The jounce bumper cup where the OEM bumper sits stays on the frame of the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 when installing Firestone air bags # F2430. Just the rubber bumper gets removed. Many times, if these bumpers are not held just by compression, there is a bolt that goes through the middle of it and is accessible through a hole at the bottom of the bumper. There may also be a nut on top of the frame. Take a look at the video I have linked that might also help.

expert reply by: Michael H