How does the suspension work on a LX470?
This shock design is unique to the LX470’s height control system: the vehicle pumps pressurized fluid into and out of the shock to raise or lower the vehicle. Because the shock had broken off (luckily not damaging a nearby brake line or tire), all of the height control fluid had bled out and the car’s entire front suspension collapsed.
Is there a height control on a 2006 LX470?
CARspec had the opportunity to address inoperative height control on a 2006 LX470 today and wanted to share the solution, as it stems from a common problem. Unlike complete suspension conversion like on this LX470, this solution was much simpler.
How to get a second opinion on your LX470 Land Cruiser?
If you have AHC problems or want a second opinion on your LX470/LX570/Land Cruiser’s issue, don’t hesitate to give us a ring at (952)426-4798 and set up and appointment today! Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!
Can a Lexus active height control system be repaired?
The Lexus active height control system is fantastic when it works and hellishly expensive to repair when it doesn’t. Contamination of the fluid can result in a 5-figure repair bill if all parts (shocks, pump, accumulators, pressure globes, etc.) require replacement.
This shock design is unique to the LX470’s height control system: the vehicle pumps pressurized fluid into and out of the shock to raise or lower the vehicle. Because the shock had broken off (luckily not damaging a nearby brake line or tire), all of the height control fluid had bled out and the car’s entire front suspension collapsed.
CARspec had the opportunity to address inoperative height control on a 2006 LX470 today and wanted to share the solution, as it stems from a common problem. Unlike complete suspension conversion like on this LX470, this solution was much simpler.
If you have AHC problems or want a second opinion on your LX470/LX570/Land Cruiser’s issue, don’t hesitate to give us a ring at (952)426-4798 and set up and appointment today! Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!
The Lexus active height control system is fantastic when it works and hellishly expensive to repair when it doesn’t. Contamination of the fluid can result in a 5-figure repair bill if all parts (shocks, pump, accumulators, pressure globes, etc.) require replacement.
Why does my Lexus LX 470 sway while driving?
Sudden height variances between different sides of the LX 470 or front to rear is also a red flag. Excessive body lean or sway while driving is another indicator the active hydraulic shocks are no longer working properly. In the many cases, a suspension warning light will illuminate on the dashboard.
What kind of springs do Lexus LX 470 use?
1998-2007 Lexus LX 470 Coil Springs (x2) – Factory equipped coil springs are designed to work along with the active hydraulic shocks. When the active OE shocks are replaced, more sturdy coil springs (included in the kit) are needed to work well with the new passive shocks to hold the vehicle up properly.
Where is the torsion bar on a Lexus LX 470?
1998-2007 Lexus LX 470 Torsion Bar – on some 4×4 models. A horizontal bar on the front of the vehicle that takes the place of a traditional coil spring to hold up the front of the vehicle. The torsion bar has some movement built in to allow adjustment to the vehicle’s ride height.
What kind of suspension does a Lexus LX470 have?
CARspec had the unique opportunity to repair the suspension on a high mileage Lexus LX470. The owner complained of crashing over bumps and unruly steering.
Sudden height variances between different sides of the LX 470 or front to rear is also a red flag. Excessive body lean or sway while driving is another indicator the active hydraulic shocks are no longer working properly. In the many cases, a suspension warning light will illuminate on the dashboard.
Why is the shock on my LX470 broken?
The cause was surprising: The left front height control shock had rusted through and broken loose. This shock design is unique to the LX470’s height control system: the vehicle pumps pressurized fluid into and out of the shock to raise or lower the vehicle.
What kind of suspension do you need on a Land Cruiser?
Due to the age and rust, CARspec recommended this LX470 owner remove the stock height control system and install a traditional Land Cruiser coil suspension. The parts required are same-year Land Cruiser shocks, rear coil springs, and all the mounting hardware and cushions.
How do you remove shocks from a Land Cruiser?
Removing the struts was a challenge unto itself – everything was completely rusted together, so (with the help of another technician) both struts were cut out of the car with a sawzall: Once the shocks were out, all of the fluid lines were cut and the fluid drain out as best as possible.
Due to the age and rust, CARspec recommended this LX470 owner remove the stock height control system and install a traditional Land Cruiser coil suspension. The parts required are same-year Land Cruiser shocks, rear coil springs, and all the mounting hardware and cushions.
1998-2007 Lexus LX 470 Torsion Bar – on some 4×4 models. A horizontal bar on the front of the vehicle that takes the place of a traditional coil spring to hold up the front of the vehicle. The torsion bar has some movement built in to allow adjustment to the vehicle’s ride height.
1998-2007 Lexus LX 470 Coil Springs (x2) – Factory equipped coil springs are designed to work along with the active hydraulic shocks. When the active OE shocks are replaced, more sturdy coil springs (included in the kit) are needed to work well with the new passive shocks to hold the vehicle up properly.
How are front shocks installed on a Land Cruiser?
After installing the front shocks, the rear differential is lowered out of the vehicle to allow for the Land Cruiser springs to be installed. They differ side to side:
What should I do if my rear suspension is bleeding?
Good description. Bleeding is easy. Just put the suspension at any other level than Lo, put a small hose on a bleeder and into a bottle, crack open the bleeder and let the car sink down. Close before/when it bottoms out. Start car, close doors, let it raise again, check fluid level / fill. Stop engine. Repeat until clean fluid, and on other side.
How does the height of the suspension work?
The height of the suspension is controlled by the AHC ECU which gets its readings from the three ‘Height Sensors’ (one at each side at the front and a single one above the rear axle). So. Height is set by the switch in the car which causes the pump to pressurise the system (going up) or release fluid back into the reservoir (going down).
Can a landcruiser 200 work with KDSS balance?
This page covers the procedure on an LandCruiser 200, but it should work equally well on a Prado or 4-Runner with KDSS. In the majority of cases, this is a very easy problem to rectify, at zero cost and with nothing but a 5mm allen key and a piece of wood.