Replaced Front Air Shocks VGRS Code after 30 miles
08-31-23, 11:41 AM
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The vgrs has a self reset feature. The fact that it hasn't reset (recentered the steering wheel) itself would support a genuine issue. I'm thinking the blown resistor is in the car and not the Arnott cap. If the new caps don't allow you to remove the error code/light, I'd explore this theory.
09-01-23, 07:35 AM
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Thanks for all of the information and suggestions. I need to put this project "ON HOLD" until September 16 due to work projects.
Talk to all of you later!
Regards,
Richard
Talk to all of you later!
Regards,
Richard
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10-01-23, 04:49 PM
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Well, after a 2,000 mile trip with NO problems I am still dealing with error codes. Alignment was completed at GM dealer (works on all cars) using the HUNTER system - new model last year. The dealer DOES have Toyota compatible scan tools but can NOT eliminate the codes. It indicates a C1289 error. Apparently I will have to work with Lexus dealer to resolve issue. OR I CAN IGNORE CODES AND KEEP DRIVING. Oh well..........
10-01-23, 07:37 PM
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10-02-23, 12:37 AM
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1. It's not a sensor. 2. They do not.
10-02-23, 07:37 AM
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10-02-23, 08:22 AM
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10-02-23, 04:06 PM
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They somewhat adjust up/down but no dampening force adjust. swfla, my thoughts exactly. At least springs look clean and tidy. arnots (lowercase a) look like something out of a steampunk fantasy.
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10-03-23, 05:47 AM
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The VGRS and stability systems should be linked to the shock damping, not the air ride part. For instance, if the car detects yaw or excessive slip angle, it would stiffen the shocks to help keep the car under control.
The air springs can't be adjusted fast enough to be useful in a dynamic driving situation.
Unfortunately, the variable dampers and the air springs are married together/inseparable in the OEM design, which is why they are so expensive. And I don't think the variable dampers are KYB like the base struts are. We have 2 LS460s, and the one with KYBs just passed 119,000 miles and the shocks are still perfect. The air spring one only has 89k but has failed 2 under warranty and a 3rd is sagging when it sits for more than a few weeks - and that car has never seen salt (stored in a heated garage in winter).
The air springs can't be adjusted fast enough to be useful in a dynamic driving situation.
Unfortunately, the variable dampers and the air springs are married together/inseparable in the OEM design, which is why they are so expensive. And I don't think the variable dampers are KYB like the base struts are. We have 2 LS460s, and the one with KYBs just passed 119,000 miles and the shocks are still perfect. The air spring one only has 89k but has failed 2 under warranty and a 3rd is sagging when it sits for more than a few weeks - and that car has never seen salt (stored in a heated garage in winter).
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10-03-23, 08:51 AM
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The VGRS and stability systems should be linked to the shock damping, not the air ride part. For instance, if the car detects yaw or excessive slip angle, it would stiffen the shocks to help keep the car under control.
The air springs can't be adjusted fast enough to be useful in a dynamic driving situation.
Unfortunately, the variable dampers and the air springs are married together/inseparable in the OEM design, which is why they are so expensive. And I don't think the variable dampers are KYB like the base struts are. We have 2 LS460s, and the one with KYBs just passed 119,000 miles and the shocks are still perfect. The air spring one only has 89k but has failed 2 under warranty and a 3rd is sagging when it sits for more than a few weeks - and that car has never seen salt (stored in a heated garage in winter).
The air springs can't be adjusted fast enough to be useful in a dynamic driving situation.
Unfortunately, the variable dampers and the air springs are married together/inseparable in the OEM design, which is why they are so expensive. And I don't think the variable dampers are KYB like the base struts are. We have 2 LS460s, and the one with KYBs just passed 119,000 miles and the shocks are still perfect. The air spring one only has 89k but has failed 2 under warranty and a 3rd is sagging when it sits for more than a few weeks - and that car has never seen salt (stored in a heated garage in winter).
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