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Old Jan 4, 2013 | 01:13 PM
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Front Drivers side is very low when car is in motion I have no malfunction message.
During starting process car rises with no problem this problem started when i pushed the (sport button) I have pushed the sport button before and this never happened the car usually drops a couple of inches then rises when you press the button back to comport from sport what could cause this???
 
Old Jan 4, 2013 | 06:59 PM
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Sounds like the air strut is on it's way out, look into Arnott Industries for a replacement.
 
Old Jan 7, 2013 | 10:52 AM
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thanks I will have it checked out
 
Old Jan 7, 2013 | 02:01 PM
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Also, another to tell if an airmatic strut is going bad is if it's laying low after a long rest like leaving it overnight.
 
Old Jan 10, 2013 | 08:33 AM
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Thanks I just replaced it with a new rebuildable shock mechanic said it works just as fine as a new shock he has sold and installed them over the past 3 years.
 
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Nice, hopefully that solves your problems a bit! Unfortunately though, if the other three haven't been replaced yet, they'll eventually follow suit and fail (not trying to be mean, just realistic, especially with these cars) - it always helps to be ready.
 
Old Feb 7, 2013 | 02:50 PM
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thanks for the info this is the second shock i have replace in about (1-2 YEARS)
 
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