Dorman 949-809 Active Suspension Shock Absorber / Strut Connector

Dorman 949-809 Active Suspension Connector

Dorman 949-809 is a gray female pigtail connector for active suspension shock absorber and strut circuits. It provides a direct electrical repair solution for service work and accessory installations where a reliable two-terminal connection is needed.

Key Features

• Female connector with 2 terminals for active suspension electrical repair
• Gray housing with an irregular shape for application-specific fitment
• Blade-style terminal design for secure circuit connection
• Built for quick circuit disconnection during service
• Direct replacement reference for OE part number 13586171

Product Details

This Dorman pigtail connector is made for suspension electrical repairs where the original connector is damaged, corroded, or no longer making a stable connection. It is used on vehicles with active damping systems, including 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, 2007-2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 and Tahoe, and 2007-2014 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL 1500 with RPO Code Z55 Real Time Damping. It also applies to 2003-2012 Chevrolet Corvette, 2005-2011 Cadillac STS, 2006-2010 Cadillac DTS, 2007-2010 Buick Lucerne, 2006-2009 Cadillac XLR, 2002-2004 Cadillac DeVille, and 2002-2004 Cadillac Seville with the listed magnetic or real-time damping systems. This part number, 949-809, is a practical OE-style repair connector for restoring suspension communication and serviceability.

This part cross-references OE part number 13586171 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or cracked suspension connector housings
• Corroded or loose electrical terminals at the shock or strut
• Intermittent active suspension warning lights
• Loss of electrical continuity in damping system circuits
• Service interruptions when disconnecting suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s RPO code and connector style before installation. Match the terminal layout and wire routing to the original connector, and inspect the mating suspension component for corrosion or damage before reconnecting. Confirm proper seating of the terminals after repair to maintain a stable electrical connection.

Quality Assurance

Dorman engineers this connector for dependable electrical repair performance and service use. It is built to support reliable circuit disconnection and reconnection in active suspension applications.