[Sharkster4000]

Trying to figure out the secrets behind calibrating the ride height of the air suspension on the rear axle, it would be great to see some more real-life pics of V90/S90 cars with the air suspension. Please post only pics where you're 100% sure that the car has an air suspension.

My theory so far: Most hybrid S90/V90 cars with 4c air suspension sit lower in the back than cars with combustion engine only.

 

[adaone]

Rear of my ‘21 T6 with 4C/Air

 

[rem0018]

2018 V90CC T6

“Load compensation
For loading or unloading a car that involves an average change in height over the rear axle of 10 mm, a compensation of the air suspen￾sion system is triggered in order to return to normal height.
Park mode
As soon as the car has been stopped and switched off (usage mode has been changed from Driving to Inactive) the air suspension will
adjust the height above the rear axle upwards by 10 mm. This takes place so that the car looks "right" when stationary. The process is not
stopped if a door is opened since the suspension is only adjusted upwards. The opposite adjustment takes place while driving.” from VIDA.

 

[adaone]

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Is that the IKEA in Atlantic Station? I’d recognize that parking garage anywhere:

 

[Sharkster4000]

Park mode
As soon as the car has been stopped and switched off (usage mode has been changed from Driving to Inactive) the air suspension will adjust the height above the rear axle upwards by 10 mm. This takes place so that the car looks "right" when stationary. The process is not stopped if a door is opened since the suspension is only adjusted upwards. The opposite adjustment takes place while driving.” from VIDA.

Does that mean that all S90/V90 with rear axle air suspension/4c raise by 10mm at the rear when parked?
Why tf would anyone think that makes the car "look right"?

 

[rem0018]

Is that the IKEA in Atlantic Station? I’d recognize that parking garage anywhere:
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Yes it is!

 

[Sharkster4000]

I've tested it and can confirm that the rear lowers by around 10mm when starting the car. It then fully levels with the ride height at the front.

@rem0018 : Thank you so much for the info. Is there some info in VIDA whether the "park mode" (i.e. the raise) can be deactivated?

 

[Pioneer4x4]

I also put this in the other thread
"If anyone is wondering if their car actually has the air suspension, just go to your settings screen under Parking Brake and Suspension. If there is an option to turn it off, you have it! (You should turn it off when jacking it up and/or being towed) "

 

[MonteVolvo]

Just ordered my 2021 V90 CC. Is the air suspension worth? What are the benefits/disadvantages?

 

[Sharkster4000]

Just ordered my 2021 V90 CC. Is the air suspension worth? What are the benefits/disadvantages?

It stiffens the suspension in "dynamic" mode which is handy for sportier driving or generally at higher speeds and softens it in "comfort" mode which is great for bumpy roads.

 

[BeachBoy]

It stiffens the suspension in "dynamic" mode which is handy for sportier driving or generally at higher speeds and softens it in "comfort" mode which is great for bumpy roads.

The V90 does not have front air suspension AFAIK, and I think it's only for load levelling in the back not changing the dynamics.

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[Pioneer4x4]

It stiffens the suspension in "dynamic" mode which is handy for sportier driving or generally at higher speeds and softens it in "comfort" mode which is great for bumpy roads.

My S90 T8 has air suspension, BUT no "Dynamic" or "Comfort" modes. I know it is rear only, and mainly for levelling.
Also, I took a pic last night of the setting screen in case anyone wonders what does show up if you have it.

 

[Sharkster4000]

The V90 does not have front air suspension AFAIK, and I think it's only for load levelling in the back not changing the dynamics.

@BeachBoy - The S90/V90 with 4C suspension has adaptive dampers all around (as seen in that official VOLVO animation I linked above) and air suspension in the rear for level control. IF you have 4C, it's mainly controlled via the "drive mode" selector in the center console. It does indeed stiffen or soften the ride, when switched between the different modes. I've linked that official video from VOLVO kinda explaining how it works. Did you watch that?

@Pioneer4x4 - The shown menu in the "MyCar" settings disables the "level control", i.e. it disables the height correction at the rear. It is used in service situations at the dealer. It resets to "Enable" when the car is turned off AFAIK.

 

[ru1]

V90CC VOR (air suspension only on the rear axle)

 

[Pioneer4x4]

@Pioneer4x4 - The shown menu in the "MyCar" settings disables the "level control", i.e. it disables the height correction at the rear. It is used in service situations at the dealer. It resets to "Enable" when the car is turned off AFAIK.

Yep, I am aware, I included that as a way for people to find out if their car even has air suspension without getting out of the car. If not, you won't see that option.

 

[papaddler]

Rear of my ‘21 T6 with 4C/Air View attachment 139817

🙌

 

[MvI_S60R]

Sorry I’m late to the party but Ill leave these here anyhow.

The rear can be much higher and lower than stock.

I made my Individual mode to have the suspension in Eco mode which drops the rear about 2” when I put it in that mode.

You can make it go lower by shortening the ride height sensor arm on the rear so it will think it’s higher than it actually is thus lowering the rear even more.

You can get lowering springs for the front to level out the rake if you cut the sensor rods.

It depends on the day but she can get low low in the back



This is in eco mode

This is in comfort mode with 500 pounds of furniture in the back

This is how it normally looks day to day in eco mode

 

[Sharkster4000]

@MvI_S60R - Thanks for the photos! Your car looks great and seems to sit at just the "right" ride height. Awesome! I didn't think this was possible with the 4c suspension.

Also like the spacers (or is it just the offset of the wheels you drive?). It makes the car look the way it was meant to look in the first place.

So, do you use a "shortened height sensor" or just set the suspension to Eco mode? I've never heard about the option of changing the sensor. Can you tell me a bit more? Is it a DIY job?

Really want to tweak my S90 to give it the look of your V90's ride height and track width.

 

[MvI_S60R]

@MvI_S60R
So, do you use a "shortened height sensor" or just set the suspension to Eco mode? I've never heard about the option of changing the sensor. Can you tell me a bit more? Is it a DIY job?

Really want to tweak my S90 to give it the look of your V90's ride height and track width.

Thanks man

You called it yeah it's just +35mm offset wheels.

I haven't messed with the rods yet no but I know the XC60 and 90 guys (and gals) do because they have air on all four corners.

There was a company that made them with a threaded body to adjust the height and they can just replace them and instantly have a slammed SUV. That was the only reason why I would have went with a XC60 instead of the V90, but I think I made the right decision.

Some day yeah I plan to get front springs from Viva then a pair of adjustable rods from that company (I feel like I have amnesia I can't remember the name)