Can the Sarc sensors be bypassed?

[MCIntimidator]

I'm finally installing my steering and suspension and have come to the point of the sensors in the rear struts. How does one remove them from the strut? If I follow the wires from there to the connector, can they be unplugged and removed or tied off once disconnected at both ends? I have my seat out and am ready to restore this front and rear suspension. Started in the back as it is the worst. I have king lowering springs, and kyb's. All help is received eagerly. Have 36 hours to finish this hopefully!

 

[SHOZ123]

Just unplug them. The control will then default to closed on the internal valve so you have firm struts all the time. As the strut wears, the SARC assist makes them even more worn out feeling.

 

[MCIntimidator]

Just unplug them. The control will then default to closed on the internal valve so you have firm struts all the time. As the strut wears, the SARC assist makes them even more worn out feeling.

Disconnecting it at the strut on the rear is not so simple for me. It looks held with a giant nut but spins either direction without it coming free. Can it be cut or should I disconnect it wherever it connects? SHOZ123 always quick with kick ars information!

 

[MCIntimidator]

Disconnecting it at the strut on the rear is not so simple for me. It looks held with a giant nut but spins either direction without it coming free. Can it be cut or should I disconnect it wherever it connects? SHOZ123 always quick with kick ars information!

I am such a tard! It's pouring down rain and I had to get all my tools and electric pump covered up. You said just disconnect it. I'll follow it along the control arm to it's other end and leave it in the old strut! Thank you so so much!

 

[MCIntimidator]

Just unplug them. The control will then default to closed on the internal valve so you have firm struts all the time. As the strut wears, the SARC assist makes them even more worn out feeling.

My rear is all over the road and the back right strut is getting stuck compressed. Should have heard it creaking when I lifted it. Sounded like an old wood floor board when you step on it but wouldn't quit!

 

[MCIntimidator]

Just unplug them. The control will then default to closed on the internal valve so you have firm struts all the time. As the strut wears, the SARC assist makes them even more worn out feeling.

I do have to ask, would cutting it not be the same as disconnecting it and fooling the system to a closed circuit? If so I'll just do that, seal the ends and tie the wires off. I'm sure disconnecting it is the best option.

 

[stephen newberg]

There is a fuse for the control of the struts. You can just pull the fuse if you want them all on full hard all the time. I installed a switch in this line and can then turn them on or off when driving the car.

pax, smn

 

[SHOZ123]

There is a fuse for the control of the struts. You can just pull the fuse if you want them all on full hard all the time. I installed a switch in this line and can then turn them on or off when driving the car.

pax, smn

Ha, that what I did. I use to have the Alternator, SARC and PS connected to the VAK.......

 

[stephen newberg]

Ya, I am big on doing things the easy way.

pax, smn

 

[MCIntimidator]

There is a fuse for the control of the struts. You can just pull the fuse if you want them all on full hard all the time. I installed a switch in this line and can then turn them on or off when driving the car.

pax, smn

Will it be necessary to pull the fuse if connectors are disconnected? I found the plug mates near the gas tank and removed as well as disconnected the plugs/wires. Should be okay, or should I pull the fuse too? I have the back suspension replaced and am moving to the front. My SARC suspension was blown out. You could grab the back right strut and move the strut rod with two fingers and little to no pressure. Left is harder to move but I can still do it with one hand. I Turned it upside down and the seal was so bad water and sludge poured out of the strut. My SARC struts can not go back in. Will post a seperat post about the suspension with all pics once finished. Definitely lower from wheel well to top of tire looking at the front vs. the back.

 

[SHOZ123]

I think the fuse will also reduce you PS.

 

[MCIntimidator]

I think the fuse will also reduce you PS.

Okay great! I will pull the fuse. Also, on the front. Those two boxes that have an acordian style cover and connect to the lower control arm (pic). Those are part of the SARC as well correct? Remove them too? I think anyway since the suspension will be lower now? Text never shows appreciation, but on my children, thanx!

 

[stephen newberg]

Once you pull the fuse, all of it is out of the system.

pax, smn

 

[MCIntimidator]

Once you pull the fuse, all of it is out of the system.

pax, smn

Copy that. I'm my worst critic. Double check, triple check.

 

[stephen newberg]

No problem. Hope you get it all worked out.

pax, smn