Any way to remove Active Handling?
06-18-2007, 12:31 PM
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Any way to remove Active Handling? I have a 99 FRC that has had a constant "service active handling" dillema since I bought it a year and a half ago. The car was a victim of the leaking battery syndrom and the computer that controls the ABS and active handling is all fucked up. I don't want active handling in the car any longer. I don't want tire pressure sensors either. Is there a way to just turn it all off? I'd like to keep the anti-lock brakes, but don't need to and I'd ditch the rest. I am tired of constant blinking lights and error messages. What I would really like is to be able to get in the car, not have to turn anything off or hit the re-set button a few times and just drive the damn thing with no flashing lights or other bullshit. Is there any logical way to do this? I have removed the traction control and ABS on my Camaro and I really don't miss any of it. I learned how to drive in older cars and I'm cool with it. I don't like driving a car that doesn't do what it's told. Thanks.
06-19-2007, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Zger
I have a 99 FRC that has had a constant "service active handling" dillema since I bought it a year and a half ago. The car was a victim of the leaking battery syndrom and the computer that controls the ABS and active handling is all fucked up. I don't want active handling in the car any longer. I don't want tire pressure sensors either. Is there a way to just turn it all off? I'd like to keep the anti-lock brakes, but don't need to and I'd ditch the rest. I am tired of constant blinking lights and error messages. What I would really like is to be able to get in the car, not have to turn anything off or hit the re-set button a few times and just drive the damn thing with no flashing lights or other bullshit. Is there any logical way to do this? I have removed the traction control and ABS on my Camaro and I really don't miss any of it. I learned how to drive in older cars and I'm cool with it. I don't like driving a car that doesn't do what it's told. Thanks.
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
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06-19-2007, 11:05 AM
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i thought you could just hold down the button for 4 seconds and everything is turned off?? i have a C6 though, I like the active handeling, it really does alot more..ide keep it, be safe.
06-19-2007, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Ranger
I'll give you some advice that you don't want to read.
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
If you liked old car you should of bought one of those. What you bought was a sophisticated machine that has many electronical controls that monitor your cars operation.
Take some time and clean up your PCM wiring with some electrical cleaner.
As far as the tire pressure sensors they can be coded out, no biggie.
What codes is your PCM throwing ?
http://www.stengel.net/diccodes.htm
It could be any easy fix. If it's EBCM unit they are rebuildable for about $350.
Get it fixed and be done with it. Active handling is great for bad weather conditions, especially rain.
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06-19-2007, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Ranger
I'll give you some advice that you don't want to read.
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
Is there anyone that you could reccomend to fix the active handling problems? I wouldn't mind traveling a bit as long as i know that it would get done correctly. Please don't tell me to take it to the dealer. I tried that once and they threw a bunch of parts at it, charged me four hours of labor and it's still not fixed. I'm sure there are people that know how to work on this stuff. I just don't know who.
06-19-2007, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Zger
Is there anyone that you could reccomend to fix the active handling problems? I wouldn't mind traveling a bit as long as i know that it would get done correctly. Please don't tell me to take it to the dealer...I'm sure there are people that know how to work on this stuff. I just don't know who.
I'd suggest you pull the stored codes and post them here. Error codes are the basic sign posts for diagnosing a specific problem.
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05-31-2011, 10:29 PM
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I'll give you some advice that you don't want to read.
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
Active Handling and the ABS are critical components of the safety systems on your car. They need to be functioning properly to protect you, the car, and others on the road or at the drag strip.
I would suggest getting those systems fixed. There's a well established accident history on Corvettes without Active Handling.
In your current situation, spending money on engine upgrades while neglecting AH and ABS is very risky and a prescription for a future mishap.
Ranger
06-01-2011, 12:35 AM
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There is a competition mode, normal mode and off.
Active handling was designed more for everyday driving and not race track use.
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look up ABSfixer.com i had the same problem when i bought my C5 3 years ago removed my EBCM sent it to them they sent it back in a couple days and i have never had a problem since.
