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FREE 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Z45 GMC Sierra Denali Adaptive Ride (ARC) Suspension Bypass -Xineering
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ส.ค. 2024
- You CAN remove the Z45 shocks from your Sierra Denali for FREE! It will NOT change the stock 98mph speed limiter.
But it does show that annoying "Service Suspension" message on your dashboard on startup until you press OK. So you can press OK every time your truck starts (no biggie) OR follow along with this video to bypass the message for FREE!
DISCLAIMER: This method is a little labor intensive and will render your struts as standard struts once the actuator coils are removed. But you don't need those stock shocks anyway!
About RPO Z45 Adaptive Ride Control
2019 thru 2022 GM Trucks use active valve shocks
- GMC Sierra - Denali
- Chevrolet Silverado - High Country
The active suspension actuator coils are integrated in to the shock body.
The Z45 system operates by charging the coil at all times which is why an aftermarket 'bypass kit' would require a LARGE heat sink. Turns out YOU already have everything you need to bypass them.
By removing the actuator coil from the shaft, bolting the assembly together, and mounting them back under the vehicle, the Suspension Control Module (SCM) thinks the entire active shocks/struts are still present.
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Gotta actually put sensor in vice and tap on shock to remove sensor if the vehicle has some miles on it. Just an fyi. Great alternative tho!
Appreciate the great tip!
Wish we had thought of that, we have a huge vise here.
I'd love to see a video comparing an AT4 6.2 on 87 vs an AT4 6.2 on 93.
i am trying to diagnosis a vibration above 65 mph if i remove the fuse under the hood will it default the suspension to a normal full soft setting? My dealer could not duplicate vibration, i installed a new drive shaft after eliminating tire balance tripple checking roadforce balance, the intermittent above 65mph vibration is still there, my thought was the shocks stiffen up above a certain speed but without communicating with the programmer of the suspension its just a guess so i want to try to disable it temperately without causing any damage.
That sounds like a tough situation...
You can always disable the system via the under hood fuse or unplugging the shocks. Then perform your speed test. Without power to the shocks, they should perform as standard struts. But you will have DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes)
Hope this helps!
If you do plan on replacing the shocks we have a bypass kit now... so no need to rip apart your shocks :)
th-cam.com/video/7UY8ssRr84E/w-d-xo.html
@@xineering Thank you for taking the time to reply!
21 Sierra AT4 6.2L - Mag ride standard? I don't see any suspension options in the setup menu.
Thanks for the comment!
2019 and up Sierra Denali will have Adaptive Ride Control (ARC), not Magneride. The AT4 could be optioned with ARC but you will have to contact your local GMC dealer for non-Denali trim options.
We would say no, it is not standard or an available option for the AT4.
The AT4 comes standard with
RPO Z7X Suspension, Off-Road with 2" factory
installed lift and monotube shock
According to the GMC online order guide (www.gmfleetorderguide.com/)
Z45 is only standard on Denali models.
Under AT4 it shows Z45 as unavailable.
NOTE: 2019 and up trucks have
RPO Z45 Suspension, Adaptive Ride Control (which is the successor to the truck 'magneride')
Hello I took my truck like this one to a shop to lift with rc and vertex suspensions they haven't been able to take off the service suspension system with delete sensors its been 2 months now and I'm hate driving it paying just to sit there can really use some help?🙏
Have them give us a call at 407-542-4848 and/or send them this video we are more than happy to help.
As a side note: When removing the stock Z45 shocks the "Service Suspension" message will come up once per start and can be cleared with a press of the OK button on the steering wheel.
It does not affect the trucks factory speed limiter (98MPH) or engine power/drivability.
Keep the questions coming!
All the best!
@@phoenixxarizonaa9629 We have had some people buy used Z45 shocks from ebay or junkyards to take the solenoid coil off of them and use them as 'shock simulators'
Cool video
Thanks!
@@xineering I recently bought a 2020 Denali. This suspension will be towing along a 7,000Lb trailer with 700lb of tongue weight, I had a 2014 Sierra and it towed it just fine. With the 20 have the 6.2 and 10speed I can only imagine it will be slightly better. Even using a load dist hitch our trailer tows nice. IS the new ARC shocks okay? Is there anything to know before a long road trip? I have been following for a while and appreciate your videos! Thanks-Keith
@@ThreeDayRV Our 2019 Denail and 2021 Denail Ultimate both drove great as daily drivers!
Unfortunately, we do not have a lot of tow experience with the ARC vehicle's. Any towing capacity will be dictated by the spring rate in the rear.
You can check out this PDF (Pg. 15) from GM regarding any specs for trailering. www.gmc.com/content/dam/gmc/na/us/english/index/about/trailering-towing/02-pdfs/GMTB20CT300_2020_GMC_Trailering%20Guide.pdf
Hey @KeithThreeDayRV,
Towing is usually dependent on the spring rate, not the shock. As for specs I would consult a GMC dealer on the specifics... Unfortunately, we did not push our Sierra to any limits as you have listed.
Hope this helps!
Cool, but what is the use of disabling or bypassing the active suspension?
If you remove any of the active struts (front) or shocks (rear) [to install aftermarket shocks for lift or lowering kits] you will have a Service Suspension message on the dash as well as no use of your cruise control.
@@xineering are there better options for the shocks on these trucks? I am not planning on lifting, but I do have a 2 inch block level in front.
So how does one get rid of the little plastic arms that ride on your rear frame and leaf spring and the two on the front that connect to your a arm. Sorry idk what they are called.
So my 22 sierra Denali was riding like a Cadillac when I first got it, now since I towed with it it’s been a rough ride stiff you can feel any bump only have 11k miles on it… would this fox that issue? Or can I reset the shocks damping system?
If the ride height of your truck has changed any, you can try a "Ride Height Trim/Relearn procedure" from a dealer or a shop with an Autel, Launch, or SnapOn scan tool that can do it. This will reset the Suspension Control Modules (zero ride height) that it bases Active Suspension adjustments off of. Resetting the new zero ride height can smooth out the ride and reduce the amount of adjustments performed by the SCM.
However, if the shocks are actually just shot, then replacing them with new shocks would be best. If you get non-active (Z45) shocks then you will need to remove the solenoid coils off your stock ones and plug them into your chassis harness (like in this video) then bolt up your new shocks.
Let us know if you have any questions.
All the best!
-Team Xineering
I have a 2022 Silverado 1500. I have already done the ARC mod like the video shows. Does your company sell anything to bypass the factory magneride? I’m wanting to install a lowering kit
Thanks for reaching out and giving us a call.
I think the new setup on your High Country Silverado is going to be awesome!
Keep us updated, we can't wait to see how it turns out.
What was that delete kit looking thing that was connected when you was zip tie the sensor?
At the 2:45 min mark?
That is the OEM servo coil (taken off the of the OEM strut) with the bolt/washer/nut holding it together.
Does anybody know the ohms for the 2019+?
2 to 4 Ω between terminal 1 & terminal 2 of the Shock Absorber Actuator
Warning: The SCM has the ability to put up to 5 amps of current thru any resistor connected in place of the shock absorber actuator.
Do not put a resistor across the terminals as the SCM will charge the 'shock absorber actuator' with 1.0A of current at vehicle startup to hold the actuator neutral.
Press the OK button for now we are almost done creating an OBD solution for the 2019-2022.5 Sierras. :)
Keep the questions coming.
Will this work when putting a 7-9 inch lift on a 2021 Silverado 1500 high country it has the same part on the shocks but also has the arm on the upper control arm not sure what to do with that part
If you are removing the shocks then yes you can remove the solenoid coil from your stock shocks like in the video and it will work.
The 'arm on the upper control arm' is the ride height sensor. You will need to leave the sensor plugged in for the SCM to read it's voltage. You can zip tie the arm in the near center position (2.5V) to keep the SCM happy.
Feel free to give us a call or email if you have any other questions.
Thanks!
Wich lift kit did you end up installing? I have the same truck with ARC was looking at the rough country 6" lift with vertex shocks.
@@cobybreeschooten4801 we did the mcgaughys 7-9 and got there kit to run the factory shocks but it can only be ran at 7 inches if you do it that way
I want to lower the 2023 sierra Denali ultimate, can I do this? Also does belltech make a 4/6 or 5/7 drop for a sierra denali? Please help I’m struggling to get this lowered.
Hey Gary, it seems to us that Belltech kits are supported into the 2023 model year.
However we have developed bypass kits for the ARC suspension (2019-2023) and will be releasing content on it soon. Stay subscribed to be notified!
Hey bud did you find anyway to lower your denali yet and I'm assuming it's 4x4, right? I haven't found anyway to lower the front on a 4 wheel drive, not sure if it's possible and I don't want a lot 2 or 3 inches I guess. I have a 2022
I just bought a 2019 denali, I want to put a 8inch king Coilover lift on my truck. The lift kit says it does not work with the Denali I’m guessing because of this ? Is this what I can do to run that Coilover lift ?
Congrats on the new truck!
Yes this will be the only way we found to bypass the ARC... Some people put HUGE resistors under the truck. We did this aswell. During our testing, via a heat camera, found the resistors got hot enough to melt the plastic under the truck.
This is the most cost effective and safe way to accomplish a bypass.
We offer hardware kits on our website too:
www.shocksims.com/valuemeals.html#!/2019-Sierra-Denali-Z45-Hardware-Kit/p/486625232/category=127526635
Awesome thanks for the reply! I saw resistors and ride heights sims. If I did that I can throw a lift kit made for the Sierra on my truck even though I have a Denali. I guess my question is, is this the only thing different about the suspension on why websites say there lift kits won’t fit the Denali trim models ?
@@isaacrodriguez6582 Sorry for the delayed reply.
Most manufactures design lift kits off of the non-magneride/non-adaptive ride trucks. However, we are fairly certain these should line up, as they have with previous generations of GM trucks and SUVs.
Does this need to be completed on the front struts and rear shocks if all were replaced with aftermarket?
Only on the corner that is having the OEM strut removed.
@@xineering Sorry, so I had the OEM struts removed from the front (driver and passenger) and the rear shocks. So complete replacement. Does this mean I only have to do this on the driver side?
@@apdc711 If you replace a corner with a non OEM strut you must bypass it. So in your case you would need to bypass all corners
@@xineering Thank you very much for the video and replies. This worked like a charm!!!!
@@apdc711 just like that? Gotta do it
Same for rear?
Thanks for the comment.
Yes for the rear. Each shock will need this mod.
A team of engineers spends year round perfecting the z45 suspension. Now with some cutters a screwdriver and some vise grips you have mitigated all the technology they’ve worked on. If you want to put on aftermarket parts on a truck get a base model. Bypassing the magnetic ride is blasphemy. SMH
GMC truck customers LOVE the Denali package for its creature comforts. Then they put a lift, wheels, and tires on it to their liking. We create solutions that our customers want. :) We don't even charge for this one. LOL.
In this case that engineering up until this prevents one from upgrading to something that may be more capable for end user. I would have to vote against a set of King coilovers and 2.5 rear shocks in lieu of the magneride struts and shocks far from blasphemy. Much appreciated Xineering LLC!
I own a 2020 heavily modded Denali, 6" lift, with 35x12.5x18 tires..I overland, crawl, and love the mud, but the suspension sucks when off road...Many of us have searched high and low for a solution..This was the ONLY way to go... Xineering, thank you for putting this out there.. Much needed...