View Full Version : Suspension fault from slightly spirited turning
ontheway
1st May 2023, 09:11 PM
Hi
Seeking advice - I do have a gap tool but it is currently pretty unreliable on android.
This has happened three times - suspension when I introduce more that normal body roll. Say a quick entry to the other lane from a side road. Error goes away after a few minutes.
This is a new behaviour. I am guessing it has something to to with sensors (presumably height or something more sophisticated.).
Presuming many people know the shortlist to look at!
Thank you
Tombie
1st May 2023, 09:12 PM
Without codes we’d all be guessing.
DiscoJeffster
1st May 2023, 09:24 PM
Borrow someone with an Apple device and use the GAP tool on the car and let’s get some info
loanrangie
2nd May 2023, 09:25 AM
Should be no issue using the GAP app on android , i use it on my phone and tablet.
Tombie
2nd May 2023, 11:30 AM
Have you updated the Gap tool firmware recently?
If you haven’t used it for a while and your OS has updated you can have problems.
ontheway
3rd May 2023, 06:49 PM
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I had the fault again tonight - not cornering and no change in faults. Maybe I just need a hard reset.
Tombie
3rd May 2023, 08:21 PM
Looks like the temp sensor on the compressor may be playing up.
ontheway
3rd May 2023, 09:22 PM
Looks like the temp sensor on the compressor may be playing up.
A quick google only yielded an eBay option for a compressor temp sensor :( overhaul kits don't include the sensor so it looks like a new compressor?
Will check the connectors when it stops raining.
DiscoDB
3rd May 2023, 09:41 PM
A quick google only yielded an eBay option for a compressor temp sensor [emoji20] overhaul kits don't include the sensor so it looks like a new compressor?
Will check the connectors when it stops raining.
Don’t throw parts at it yet - check wiring and connectors and if you can’t see anything obvious, clear all faults, re-scan to confirm no faults present, then wait for the fault to occur again and immediately re-read faults to see what came up again.
Is it a D3 or D4?
ontheway
3rd May 2023, 10:47 PM
Is it a D3 or D4?
Thanks, more investigation.. I have 8 weeks to fettle it out before the next trip anyway so plenty of time.
2013 L320 - before @Tombie's better half went to the SWB side of the force, the L320 forum was very quiet.
DiscoDB
3rd May 2023, 10:54 PM
Thanks, more investigation.. I have 8 weeks to fettle it out before the next trip anyway so plenty of time.
2013 L320 - before @Tombie's better half went to the SWB side of the force, the L320 forum was very quiet.
So next question - which engine/gearbox combo? (Helps with diagnostics if you add vehicle details).
You also have a gear selector fault as well - which can also cause problems.
josh.huber
4th May 2023, 08:23 AM
I've got a few dead compressors here, you can have the sensor if you want
DiscoDB
8th May 2023, 05:55 PM
To the OP - any update?
Grasshoppr
11th May 2023, 08:50 PM
That want happend to my d3 a few month back. Ended up being the compressor. It was a worn intake valve on the head of the compressor.
Part was from x8R England 25 pounds
All fixed.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230511/95331eb0d274390076829be54de3752b.jpg
ontheway
13th May 2023, 10:03 PM
To the OP - any update?
It is a 2013.5 L320 6 Speed SDV6 130k .... Next is to do the testing although I think the end result will be a new compressor (keeping the car at wife required level of reliability/availability).
I think I am due for a compressor/desiccant service anyway..
ontheway
13th May 2023, 10:05 PM
That want happend to my d3 a few month back. Ended up being the compressor. It was a worn intake valve on the head of the compressor.
Part was from x8R England 25 pounds
All fixed.
Did this relate to the sensor voltage error or, presumably, a high sensor temp reading?
ontheway
11th November 2023, 09:02 PM
I've got a few dead compressors here, you can have the sensor if you want
Thanks .. I have got back to this - I will take you up on this if you are still here!
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