semar

ok
now that the airbags are removed - what is the function of the heightsensors then?
There is nothing to fill or deflate

campisi

Once you install steel spring suspension the height sensors cease any real functionality. They are left in place for the sole purpose of keeping the Air Suspension ECU from thinking there is a problem with the air suspension (which you removed) and lighting your dash with a MIL light. If you don't mind having a MIL light on the dash you can remove them.

semar

thanks,
slowly I am getting somewhere
I read that quite a few owners have faulty heightsensors; So, If I leave the sensors in place (no light) but they malfunction, I get a light, unless I buy and install functioning sensors that will do nothing but the light on the dash is not on

Tom57

Some things are better left to a trained professional ...

campisi

Yes. Exactly. Life sucks like that sometimes.

semar

I am grateful for the forum
the local dealership is absolutely no help and I have not found a professional tech who can do the work I want - that's why the many questions
The only person who is willing has not done anything like it before and he has all the questions that I cannot answer to him

Lavrishevo

iTrader: (1)

Check out Yelp.com and look at reviews for local mechanics in your area.

semar

it's not the lack of mechanics
finding one who can do a Lexus LS430 Ultra is the problem.
Sure, they experiment with it and "will see what I can do" but at $110/hr this is not economical.
unfortunately the oilwell in the backyard dried up

Lavrishevo

iTrader: (1)

Yelp is an excellent way to find mechanics that are reviewed well. The more experience and ethic the higher the chance it will be done right.

semar

thanks for the tip, but Yelp did not yield any results here

Coulter

I think you're WAAAY too worried about the possibility of a light coming up on your dash. Not the end of the world and something that can be figured out.

semar

ok, as long as it does not whistle, screames or thumps

cridibo2k

I know this is a old post but I have a Lexus LS 430 UL. When I bought the car the guy told me it need struts due to the car being so low.(touching all tires) when I start the car the pump runs continuously but the car doesn’t lift at all. I can’t move it because of how low it sits. Where do I start?! I don’t wanna spend where I don’t have to. Please help!!

jharris400

I wish I could help you all I can figure is an air line burst or got disconnected, you don't usually see all the struts going bad at the same time.

Chucky1

Sounds like the pump is bad or a line. Like jharris said, usually do not see all the struts go bad at once. Might even be a level sensor. Get a scanner and run a a diagnostic on it and see what comes up.