C5 suspension

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Re: C5 suspension

Post by GiveMeABreak »

Ok, I'll try and simplify it further as you can't just add fluid. You need to check the initial levels first:

Lower the suspension with car engine running.
Leave it running for 4 minutes.
Switch engine off.
Check levels are between the 'a' and 'b' marks shown below:
LDS Levels.png
If the level is below the 'a' and 'b' marks top it up slightly so that the fluid IS between the marks.

Now follow this procedure to bleed the system:
  • Start the engine.
  • Wait for the vehicle height to stabilise.
  • Place the suspension height control in the "HIGH" position.
  • Place the suspension height control in the "LOW" position.
  • Turn the steering from lock to lock in each direction.
  • Stop the engine.
  • Check the LDS fluid level
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Re: C5 suspension

Post by zeeshanzaki »

Hi Marc
I didn't top up the fluid, however I can see the noticeable difference after performing bleed. The ride is better now.
I might buy more fluid and replace all the fluid from reservoir so it at it will have 50% new fluid in it.
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