Can the ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM be removed?
03-24-2012, 04:13 AM
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Can the ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM be removed?
I bought a '99 Z51 Coupe with low miles a couple of years ago and have been trying to keep it all running and in stock condition. I did want to switch from run flats to BFG g-Forces and replace the TPMS at that time. Now my Active Handling System keeps engaging and telling me to "Service Active Handling Soon" along with error codes C1286 & C1287 but when I ordered the part - no one has it because it's DISCONTINUED BY GM! 
Since that was an option - can it be removed along with all of the DIC codes that go with it? I read where I can simply unplug the steering wheel position sensor that GM discontinued making, but then I would have DTC codes indicating that problem... Correct?
I would like to just replace the steering wheel position sensor and be done with it but if that's no longer an option for whatever reason...?? What's the next best solution without a truckload of new error codes?
Since that was an option - can it be removed along with all of the DIC codes that go with it? I read where I can simply unplug the steering wheel position sensor that GM discontinued making, but then I would have DTC codes indicating that problem... Correct?
I would like to just replace the steering wheel position sensor and be done with it but if that's no longer an option for whatever reason...?? What's the next best solution without a truckload of new error codes?
03-24-2012, 10:00 AM
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I also was unaware that the position sensor is unavailable (the EBCM can be another story). Seems like I have seen recent posts of members replacing them.EDIT: I saw you post in another thread that the 1999 – 2000 sensor has been discontinued. Interesting. Where have you looked?
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03-24-2012, 10:27 AM
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You may want to make an inquiry with these guys, they can probably repair your EBCM etc..
http://absfixer.com/
http://absfixer.com/
03-24-2012, 10:59 AM
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You may want to make an inquiry with these guys, they can probably repair your EBCM etc..
http://absfixer.com/
http://absfixer.com/
03-24-2012, 11:13 AM
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Then I went ahead and called several local Chevrolet dealerships and talked to their parts dept and THEY GAVE THE SAME STORY, TOO!! I wrote Gene here at GMPartshouse.com but haven't heard anything but anticipate the same results! Very frustrating that they would do that on what you would think to be an important part - steering and Active Handling related and all...??
03-24-2012, 11:20 AM
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Well that sucks! 
Have you checked the alignment? When the front wheels are straight ahead, is your steering wheel centered?
Have you checked the alignment? When the front wheels are straight ahead, is your steering wheel centered?
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03-24-2012, 12:26 PM
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It getting that the only way to fix the ABS/AH on early cars is to upgrade to the parts from a later model. It can be done, but it likely wouldn't be very easy. It's likely either changing a bunch of the car harnesses and the involved modules or a lot of cutting and splicing and the involved modules.
03-24-2012, 12:45 PM
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WOW! 
I keep hearing that the SWPS is discontinued and didnt want to believe it. Hopefully the aftermarket steps up!
I DONT BELIEVE the C6 SWPS can be adapted and thats a shame..
Has anyone tried Advance, Autozone or Napa??
BC
I keep hearing that the SWPS is discontinued and didnt want to believe it. Hopefully the aftermarket steps up!
I DONT BELIEVE the C6 SWPS can be adapted and thats a shame..
Has anyone tried Advance, Autozone or Napa??
BC
03-24-2012, 01:42 PM
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03-24-2012, 02:00 PM
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They also has this one that looks more like the one thats in there.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=904618_0_0_
Remember you have to get the correct one. Non AH or Active Handling
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=904618_0_0_
Remember you have to get the correct one. Non AH or Active Handling
03-24-2012, 04:52 PM
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[QUOTE=8VETTE7;1580365694]GM certainly is making it more impossible to own and continue to drive the early year C5's..... 
QUOTE]
Much the same as Harley Davidson. They like to brag about the heritage and history...much like GM does with Corvette. But when it comes down to it there is absolutely no factory support for older product. They just want to sell new ones.
Aftermarket is fine for simple things like old motorcycles and the early generation Vettes. But these things are so loaded with complex electronics (made in Mexico BTW) that it is scary to think where they are headed.
I know that typically car manufacturers stop suporting with parts around 10yo. But a Corvette isn't like a typical sedan or pickup truck that gets used and tossed in the recycle bin. You would think GM would appreaciate the stong base of Corvette owners and help them maintain them. But like I said, the money is made selling new ones.
QUOTE]
Much the same as Harley Davidson. They like to brag about the heritage and history...much like GM does with Corvette. But when it comes down to it there is absolutely no factory support for older product. They just want to sell new ones.
Aftermarket is fine for simple things like old motorcycles and the early generation Vettes. But these things are so loaded with complex electronics (made in Mexico BTW) that it is scary to think where they are headed.
I know that typically car manufacturers stop suporting with parts around 10yo. But a Corvette isn't like a typical sedan or pickup truck that gets used and tossed in the recycle bin. You would think GM would appreaciate the stong base of Corvette owners and help them maintain them. But like I said, the money is made selling new ones.
03-24-2012, 07:33 PM
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[QUOTE=fendermender;1580367814]
They don't care and if a supplier to GM does not want to make it anymore then GM is stuck.
GM certainly is making it more impossible to own and continue to drive the early year C5's.....
QUOTE]
Much the same as Harley Davidson. They like to brag about the heritage and history...much like GM does with Corvette. But when it comes down to it there is absolutely no factory support for older product. They just want to sell new ones.
Aftermarket is fine for simple things like old motorcycles and the early generation Vettes. But these things are so loaded with complex electronics (made in Mexico BTW) that it is scary to think where they are headed.
I know that typically car manufacturers stop suporting with parts around 10yo. But a Corvette isn't like a typical sedan or pickup truck that gets used and tossed in the recycle bin. You would think GM would appreaciate the stong base of Corvette owners and help them maintain them. But like I said, the money is made selling new ones.
QUOTE]
Much the same as Harley Davidson. They like to brag about the heritage and history...much like GM does with Corvette. But when it comes down to it there is absolutely no factory support for older product. They just want to sell new ones.
Aftermarket is fine for simple things like old motorcycles and the early generation Vettes. But these things are so loaded with complex electronics (made in Mexico BTW) that it is scary to think where they are headed.
I know that typically car manufacturers stop suporting with parts around 10yo. But a Corvette isn't like a typical sedan or pickup truck that gets used and tossed in the recycle bin. You would think GM would appreaciate the stong base of Corvette owners and help them maintain them. But like I said, the money is made selling new ones.
They don't care and if a supplier to GM does not want to make it anymore then GM is stuck.
03-25-2012, 06:38 AM
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Autozone shows one for a 2000 at $250.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=910227_0_0_
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=910227_0_0_
03-25-2012, 09:23 AM
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They also has this one that looks more like the one thats in there.
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=904618_0_0_
Remember you have to get the correct one. Non AH or Active Handling
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=904618_0_0_
Remember you have to get the correct one. Non AH or Active Handling
Same story with no work around solutions... DISCONTINUED!!
"That thar's a real pickle yer in, young feller..."
"GEE!! Thanks! I hadn't noticed - I've been on the PHONE - WRITING EMAILS... 24/7 LATELY?!"
Now... I just joined the Chevrolet Owner's Group and registered my 1999 Corvette directly with Mr. Goodwrench and just sent them THIS heartfelt letter to amuse one of us... I hope they shed a steering wheel position sensor sized tear at least!! LOL
I have a 1999 Corvette Z51 Coupe that is having issues with the Active Handling System.
I recieve DIC Messages that state: "Service Active Handling Soon" and "Service Vehicle Soon".
The DTC Error Codes that come up are C1286 & C1287 which both indicate that my Steering Wheel Position Sensor may need to be replaced as soon as possible.
I am running new BF Goodrich g-Force Super Sport A/S, the alignment has been checked, the steering wheel's position is correct and the vehicle tracks straight and has no pulling tendencies whatsoever.
By all indications - I need to replace my STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR.
This part has been DISCONTINUED and is no longer available from any of the dozens of online parts resources that I've ordered and paid for it at, from any of my local Chevrolet dealerships that have been searching for it on my behalf nor from any of the many Corvette Salvage Yards that I have checked in with as well...
I am at a total loss... My beautiful Coupe, which is my daily driver and my main source of transportation to and from work... Is now a hazard to drive and unrepairable.
I can not begin to tell you the feelings that are eating at me over this and no one can tell me what I'm supposed to do with my PRIDE and JOY now. It's too beautiful to take to the landfill and too sentimental to sell piece by piece as a junk yard parts mobile...
Please suggest my best plan for solving this depressing delema. Thank you.
I recieve DIC Messages that state: "Service Active Handling Soon" and "Service Vehicle Soon".
The DTC Error Codes that come up are C1286 & C1287 which both indicate that my Steering Wheel Position Sensor may need to be replaced as soon as possible.
I am running new BF Goodrich g-Force Super Sport A/S, the alignment has been checked, the steering wheel's position is correct and the vehicle tracks straight and has no pulling tendencies whatsoever.
By all indications - I need to replace my STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR.
This part has been DISCONTINUED and is no longer available from any of the dozens of online parts resources that I've ordered and paid for it at, from any of my local Chevrolet dealerships that have been searching for it on my behalf nor from any of the many Corvette Salvage Yards that I have checked in with as well...
I am at a total loss... My beautiful Coupe, which is my daily driver and my main source of transportation to and from work... Is now a hazard to drive and unrepairable.
I can not begin to tell you the feelings that are eating at me over this and no one can tell me what I'm supposed to do with my PRIDE and JOY now. It's too beautiful to take to the landfill and too sentimental to sell piece by piece as a junk yard parts mobile...
Please suggest my best plan for solving this depressing delema. Thank you.
03-25-2012, 09:42 AM
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haha... I should be so lucky!! Thanks just the same! I would have sent you both out to MickieDee's on me, if it would have been so easy and right down at the corner Auto Zone like that...
Besides being $250 cheaper than the real McCoys!! Can you believe it...??
1997-1998...... $80.
1999-2000......$350.
2001-2005+.....$80.
WTF?! hahaha...
"Hang in there, Lassie... Daddy's gonna find a cure for Cancer, Solve World Hunger, bring global peace and buy you that STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR you need... Just you watch..."
Besides being $250 cheaper than the real McCoys!! Can you believe it...??
1997-1998...... $80.
1999-2000......$350.
2001-2005+.....$80.
WTF?! hahaha...
"Hang in there, Lassie... Daddy's gonna find a cure for Cancer, Solve World Hunger, bring global peace and buy you that STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR you need... Just you watch..."
03-25-2012, 09:46 AM
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I can't even find the genuine GM Part number for it... Where can I look that up - any ideas? Call the dealer obviously but...??
03-25-2012, 10:21 AM
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My parts manual shows PN 26058286 but does not differentiate between active and non-active handling.
Ebay shows a used one for $350!
Ebay shows a used one for $350!