So, I have a local independent Volvo shop that has the full VIDA system. I asked about having him do the adjustment to the air suspension to change the settings and lower it a little. He is willing to do it but does not know how.

Are there any instructions posted online for how to do this with VIDA?

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I only know the GhostLink parts can do this, $225.

https://www.ghostmotorsports.com/product-page/ghostlinks-volvo-xc

Looks like the height sensor reading is used by software to control the air bag. Not sure if adjustment is possible.

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No way in VIDA. You can adjust the sensor arm length (Ghostlinks) or install the Heico leveling module ($$$).

 

There isn't a direct way in VIDA but if someone got creative, I believe there is a way. I'll have to mess with one if I get a chance.

Can VIDA soften the air suspension in different drive modes?

No, not that I'm aware of.

 

Can VIDA soften the air suspension in different drive modes?

 

Softer riding means higher riding also, because the car body need enough space from wheel when bouncing up and down.
If you want softer riding than dynamic mode, you can use comfort mode. If you want even softer than comfort mode, off-road can be helpful at low speed.

 

I thought VIDA had an option to make adjustments (not large ones) to air suspension cars to address leveling or height problems to bring them within spec... like a calibration option?

 

I don't know how they do it but my dealership was able to adjust my air suspension in VIDA. When I received my car (it was used and serviced in NJ) it was extremely low and it was a calibration issue in system. the dealership was able to raise the car over a full inch. I will warn too low and it becomes almost unbearable. I found the when in hybrid to be okay but in dynamic when it was lower it was like having no suspension at all. now it is much better.

 

Yes, there is a calibration. And using that, it should be possible to alter the ride height.

 

Found some online references to SUM Calibration... I think this is it. Tech, any chance you can take a look at that to see if there are height adjustments available?

Reference from TJ 31236.8.0:
Suspension Module (SUM) / Diagnostic sequences /calibration of Suspension Module

 

I wish there was a way to calibrate the air to make it less jiggly in all modes.

 

The dampening can't be adjusted unfortunately. Need an electro-magnetic dampening setup. Maybe they will use it in really luxury XC100.

 

Anyone happened to make any progress on the VIDA path?

Edit: found another post where this was discussed

 

Edit: found another post where this was discussed

Please link the post. Thanks.

 

Also interested in this… but i want to keep the off-road height at higher speeds for beach use… everyone wants it lower not higher ¯\(ツ)/¯

 

All of this was totally useless