Autoride Disconnect Success

Jacqson · October 25, 2007

Finally, after reading my Helm manual until I was crosseyed, there is a solution to getting rid of the Autoride feature on your rig and not having to buy those ridiculously priced shocks. The only difference in the Autoride system between a 1500 and 2500 is the 2500 doesn't have the Auto leveling feature with the air pump. Anyway I will give a brief explanation of how the system works and then tell you the solution. The Shocks and Ride height are monitored by the SCM(Suspension Control Module) which adjusts the Suspension, Shock Damping, Body Roll, Steering control, Ride Height and ABS according to your speed and road conditions. This info is also sent to the BCM(Body Control Module)which also aids in these functions. If you disconnect any part of the system the BCM sends out an error code and your dash lights up. I was reading about the BCM and found out that if you replace the BCM you have to input all the RPO codes on your vehicle so every option will work. Once the Autoride RPO codes are removed(Z55 on the 2500) and(Z55, ZK3 on the 1500) the BCM no longer recognizes the signals from the SCM and you can now toss those stupid shocks out and replace them with whatever type of normal shock you choose. I plan on removing my BCM within the next week and have it sent out and reprogrammed. If anyone has any questions about this, please let me know. Also, non of the other functions like the ABS should be affected by this change. I will post an update when I get my BCM back and let everyone know how it works out.

EROC · November 9, 2007

Please keep us posted.

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Jacqson · November 13, 2007

Finally, after reading my Helm manual until I was crosseyed, there is a solution to getting rid of the Autoride feature on your rig and not having to buy those ridiculously priced shocks. The only difference in the Autoride system between a 1500 and 2500 is the 2500 doesn't have the Auto leveling feature with the air pump. Anyway I will give a brief explanation of how the system works and then tell you the solution. The Shocks and Ride height are monitored by the SCM(Suspension Control Module) which adjusts the Suspension, Shock Damping, Body Roll, Steering control, Ride Height and ABS according to your speed and road conditions. This info is also sent to the BCM(Body Control Module)which also aids in these functions. If you disconnect any part of the system the BCM sends out an error code and your dash lights up. I was reading about the BCM and found out that if you replace the BCM you have to input all the RPO codes on your vehicle so every option will work. Once the Autoride RPO codes are removed(Z55 on the 2500) and(Z55, ZK3 on the 1500) the BCM no longer recognizes the signals from the SCM and you can now toss those stupid shocks out and replace them with whatever type of normal shock you choose. I plan on removing my BCM within the next week and have it sent out and reprogrammed. If anyone has any questions about this, please let me know. Also, non of the other functions like the ABS should be affected by this change. I will post an update when I get my BCM back and let everyone know how it works out.

OK, Final Update. I got back my PCM and BCM from Lyndon Wester and I am happy to say everything operates properly. The Autoride is gone and there are no error codes displayed. Every other option and piece of Standard Equipment works perfectly in the truck. So, If anyone is interested in getting this done it's a piece of cake. You can now toss those Autoride Shocks and replace them with Bilstein 5100's, or whatever shock you prefer, and not worry about getting raped when you have to replace those Electronic Shocks. Let me know if you have any questions.

EROC · December 3, 2007

Finally, after reading my Helm manual until I was crosseyed, there is a solution to getting rid of the Autoride feature on your rig and not having to buy those ridiculously priced shocks. The only difference in the Autoride system between a 1500 and 2500 is the 2500 doesn't have the Auto leveling feature with the air pump. Anyway I will give a brief explanation of how the system works and then tell you the solution. The Shocks and Ride height are monitored by the SCM(Suspension Control Module) which adjusts the Suspension, Shock Damping, Body Roll, Steering control, Ride Height and ABS according to your speed and road conditions. This info is also sent to the BCM(Body Control Module)which also aids in these functions. If you disconnect any part of the system the BCM sends out an error code and your dash lights up. I was reading about the BCM and found out that if you replace the BCM you have to input all the RPO codes on your vehicle so every option will work. Once the Autoride RPO codes are removed(Z55 on the 2500) and(Z55, ZK3 on the 1500) the BCM no longer recognizes the signals from the SCM and you can now toss those stupid shocks out and replace them with whatever type of normal shock you choose. I plan on removing my BCM within the next week and have it sent out and reprogrammed. If anyone has any questions about this, please let me know. Also, non of the other functions like the ABS should be affected by this change. I will post an update when I get my BCM back and let everyone know how it works out.

OK, Final Update. I got back my PCM and BCM from Lyndon Wester and I am happy to say everything operates properly. The Autoride is gone and there are no error codes displayed. Every other option and piece of Standard Equipment works perfectly in the truck. So, If anyone is interested in getting this done it's a piece of cake. You can now toss those Autoride Shocks and replace them with Bilstein 5100's, or whatever shock you prefer, and not worry about getting raped when you have to replace those Electronic Shocks. Let me know if you have any questions.

How is the ride with the Bilstein's?

Jacqson · December 4, 2007

Finally, after reading my Helm manual until I was crosseyed, there is a solution to getting rid of the Autoride feature on your rig and not having to buy those ridiculously priced shocks. The only difference in the Autoride system between a 1500 and 2500 is the 2500 doesn't have the Auto leveling feature with the air pump. Anyway I will give a brief explanation of how the system works and then tell you the solution. The Shocks and Ride height are monitored by the SCM(Suspension Control Module) which adjusts the Suspension, Shock Damping, Body Roll, Steering control, Ride Height and ABS according to your speed and road conditions. This info is also sent to the BCM(Body Control Module)which also aids in these functions. If you disconnect any part of the system the BCM sends out an error code and your dash lights up. I was reading about the BCM and found out that if you replace the BCM you have to input all the RPO codes on your vehicle so every option will work. Once the Autoride RPO codes are removed(Z55 on the 2500) and(Z55, ZK3 on the 1500) the BCM no longer recognizes the signals from the SCM and you can now toss those stupid shocks out and replace them with whatever type of normal shock you choose. I plan on removing my BCM within the next week and have it sent out and reprogrammed. If anyone has any questions about this, please let me know. Also, non of the other functions like the ABS should be affected by this change. I will post an update when I get my BCM back and let everyone know how it works out.

Further to the above, everything works perfectly. No more"Service Ride Control" lights. The truck rides a little better with the Bilsteins, but my suspension is quite stiff to begin with.

If anyone decides to do this you have to get the BCM reprogrammed without the Z55 and ZK3 RPO's. You must also disconnect the SCM(Suspension Control Module) so that there is no error codes once you disconnect the shocks and the position sensors.

There is also a difference in the Autoride between the 1500's and 2500's. With the 2500 all you have to do is disconnect the SCM, Shocks and Position Sensors. With the 1500 you also disconnect the previous parts plus you will have to use a stronger rear spring because of the load leveling feature that doesn't come on the 2500 SUV's. I'm not sure if the Autoride is integrated with the load leveling feature on 1500's, but if it is you will have to disconnect it. It is important that you make sure the SCM is completely disconnected because Autoride also integrates itself with the EVO, Wheel Sensors and Antilock Brakes and the SCM monitors all these functions as well. The SCM on the Suburban/YukonXL is on the right side rear under the panel. I think the Denalis, Yukons and Tahoes have them under the drivers seat. I had Westers Garage do the reprogram for me and he did a fine job. I don't know if any other programmers do this, but it is possible. If you have any questions about this, Please let me know. I pulled all the Autoride wiring out of my truck, because I hate it so much, so it's like the truck never came with it.

And believe me, there is a lot of wiring for the Autoride.

Jacqson · January 3, 2008

Finally, after reading my Helm manual until I was crosseyed, there is a solution to getting rid of the Autoride feature on your rig and not having to buy those ridiculously priced shocks. The only difference in the Autoride system between a 1500 and 2500 is the 2500 doesn't have the Auto leveling feature with the air pump. Anyway I will give a brief explanation of how the system works and then tell you the solution. The Shocks and Ride height are monitored by the SCM(Suspension Control Module) which adjusts the Suspension, Shock Damping, Body Roll, Steering control, Ride Height and ABS according to your speed and road conditions. This info is also sent to the BCM(Body Control Module)which also aids in these functions. If you disconnect any part of the system the BCM sends out an error code and your dash lights up. I was reading about the BCM and found out that if you replace the BCM you have to input all the RPO codes on your vehicle so every option will work. Once the Autoride RPO codes are removed(Z55 on the 2500) and(Z55, ZK3 on the 1500) the BCM no longer recognizes the signals from the SCM and you can now toss those stupid shocks out and replace them with whatever type of normal shock you choose. I plan on removing my BCM within the next week and have it sent out and reprogrammed. If anyone has any questions about this, please let me know. Also, non of the other functions like the ABS should be affected by this change. I will post an update when I get my BCM back and let everyone know how it works out.

Further to the above, everything works perfectly. No more"Service Ride Control" lights. The truck rides a little better with the Bilsteins, but my suspension is quite stiff to begin with.

If anyone decides to do this you have to get the BCM reprogrammed without the Z55 and ZK3 RPO's. You must also disconnect the SCM(Suspension Control Module) so that there is no error codes once you disconnect the shocks and the position sensors.

There is also a difference in the Autoride between the 1500's and 2500's. With the 2500 all you have to do is disconnect the SCM, Shocks and Position Sensors. With the 1500 you also disconnect the previous parts plus you will have to use a stronger rear spring because of the load leveling feature that doesn't come on the 2500 SUV's. I'm not sure if the Autoride is integrated with the load leveling feature on 1500's, but if it is you will have to disconnect it. It is important that you make sure the SCM is completely disconnected because Autoride also integrates itself with the EVO, Wheel Sensors and Antilock Brakes and the SCM monitors all these functions as well. The SCM on the Suburban/YukonXL is on the right side rear under the panel. I think the Denalis, Yukons and Tahoes have them under the drivers seat. I had Westers Garage do the reprogram for me and he did a fine job. I don't know if any other programmers do this, but it is possible. If you have any questions about this, Please let me know. I pulled all the Autoride wiring out of my truck, because I hate it so much, so it's like the truck never came with it.

And believe me, there is a lot of wiring for the Autoride.

Well, Ive been driving the truck for about a month now since I disconnected the Autoride and am happy to report that everything is working great. I drove the truck in all sorts of different conditions including offroad and the only thing that I noticed was that the ride with the Bilsteins was better. Now anyone with Autoride is not held hostage by the stupid prices that are charged for any of the components of this system. You now have another option. Just a small note, the SCM which controls the entire Autoride system in your vehicle has a list price of $730.00, and that's just one of the components of the system. If anyone is looking for one of these I have one for sale real cheap. Any questions, let me know. And someone said: "You cannot disconnect Autoride".

kses123 · April 18, 2008

I've never really found Autoride to be the devil you make it out to be. It has worked for me on my past three vehicles, each up to 90,000+ miles...all sans failure. I know you say it is nice to have another option, which it is...but if you hate Autoride so much, why didn't you just get one that didn't come with it? I think the Autoride is a lot better than a Z71 for example, which is bouncy as hell. Oh well, to each his own...