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Fuel Economy Technology Systems: Active Suspension
I-CAR · March 26, 2019
Summary
This article explains how active suspension systems improve fuel economy by lowering the vehicle to enhance aerodynamics. It highlights the necessity of consulting manufacturer service information to properly deactivate, decompress, and calibrate these systems during collision repairs.
What to do on the job
Consult the manufacturer's service information to properly deactivate and decompress the active suspension system, and calibrate the height sensors if replaced.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the labor time and diagnostic steps required to safely deactivate, decompress, and calibrate active suspension systems. It serves as evidence that these procedures are necessary not only for safety and proper vehicle function, but also to restore the vehicle's intended fuel economy and emissions performance.
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