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Ridetech RidePRO-X Installation Manual & Operation Manual

Pressure-based air suspension control, pressure & height air suspension control
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Thank you for choosing a Ridetech air suspension control system. We are committed to providing the best
experience possible throughout the process of getting your car on air.
Our commitment doesn't end with your purchase, in fact, it has only begun. This guide should provide you with the
information you need to properly install and set-up your suspension control system.
However, if you nd yourself having di culty or if you have a question that isn't covered in this book, please call our
tech department.
Tech Line: 812-481-4969
In addition to phone support, our web site also provides a wealth of helpful product / install / set-up information.
Contents
Component Installation
Mounting compressor ........................................................2
Mounting tank .......................................................................2
Mounting air valves .............................................................2
Routing air lines & ttings .................................................3
Mounting pressure sensors ...............................................3
Mounting the controls & ECU ...........................................3
Wiring ........................................................................................3
Installing external ride height sensors ..........................4
Sensor Rod Assembly ..........................................................5
Example installations ..........................................................5
AirPod™ Installation
Mounting the unit ................................................................6
Wiring ........................................................................................6
System Control Options ............................................... 7
Installation Guide
& Operation Manual
& Operation Manual
Air Suspension Control
Pressure & Height
Air Suspension Control
Mobile App Users Guide....................................... 10-15
Calibration .................................................................16
Troubleshooting guide .........................................17-18
Bluetooth Troubleshooting .......................................19
Tips and Tricks ............................................................ 20
Error Codes and Text .............................................21-22
Plumbing Diagrams....................................................23
Wiring Diagrams ...........................................back cover
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REV10 10/16/2020

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Pressure & Height Air Suspension Control Thank you for choosing a Ridetech air suspension control system. We are committed to providing the best experience possible throughout the process of getting your car on air. Our commitment doesn’t end with your purchase, in fact, it has only begun. This guide should provide you with the information you need to properly install and set-up your suspension control system.

  • Page 2: Mounting Compressor

    Installing a System STOP Remove the negative battery cable before beginning installation. Mounting the Compressor Mounting the Compressor Mounting the Air Tank Mounting the Air Tank • All of our compressors are sealed for moisture and dust resistance so • The air tank can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle in any position, they can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle, though it is best to so long as the sensor is not pointed down.

  • Page 3: Routing Air Lines & Ttings

    Installing a System Routing the Airline and Fittings Mounting the Air Pressure Sensors • Make all airline cuts with a razor or • These sensors are voltage based and do not need to be grounded. Use Tubing Cutter tubing cutter (part # - 90001081). (part # 90001081) The cut must be clean and straight •...

  • Page 4: Ridepro-Hp Installation Installing External Ride Height Sensors

    Ride Height Sensors External RidePRO-HP Sensor Installation • The RidePRO-HP system uses 4 height sensors (one at each wheel). They are weather proof and may be mounted in any position as well as “clocked” in any position. (There is not a di erence between the left and right sensors.) These sensors are typically mounted to the chassis / frame rail.

  • Page 5: Sensor Rod Assembly

    Ride Height Sensors Assembly of the Sensor Link Rods 1- The linkage rod can be curt to length 2- The linkage rod can be bent by hand. 3- After getting the linkage cut to length using side cuts. This can come in useful when trying and shaped, line up the end with the to get clearance on an obstacle.

  • Page 6: Mounting The Unit

    Installing an AirPod STOP Remove the negative battery cable before beginning installation. MOUNT THE MAIN UNIT: 1- Mount the base at to the vehicle surface (do not bend the base) 2- Secure the base with self-tapping screws or bolts. 3 - If optional cover is used, secure the cover to the airpod base using the supplied screws. CONNECT AIR LINES: 1 - Airline cuts must be straight and clean - use a razor blade or tubing Required airline hookup.

  • Page 7: System Control Options

    Connecting a Laptop to the WCU Download the Software at www.ridetech.com. Turn the key on to power up the RidePro X-HP. Use a USB to Mini-USB cord to connect the laptop to the WCU. The Mini-USB port is to the left of the wires harness plug of the WCU.

  • Page 8: Installing Mobile App & Linking Iphone

    7. Turn the Bluetooth On if it is o . The switch will be green. If it is not green, slide the switch to the right, turning it green. 8. Open the Ridetech App on your phone. After a few seconds a RT##### will pop up under Available Devices.

  • Page 9: Installing Mobile App & Linking Android

    Open the Ridetech App on your phone. When you open the App for the rst time “Allow Ridetech to access this device’s location” will pop up, select either choice. We do not monitor the device location. After making your choice for the Location Service, you should see Image 8.

  • Page 10: Mobile App Users Guide

    Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide INFLATE & DEFLATE BUTTONS Left Front Left Front * BOTH Front Bar Graph Inflate Inflate You have full manual control at any time. To Right Front Error Warning Left Front Left Front * BOTH Front...
  • Page 11 Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide MENU The Menu provides the ability to adjust system parameters to meet individual’s tastes, as well as displaying useful information. One may exit the Menu at any time by pressing the “Home” button. Setup The Menu Setup screen contains the basic operating parameters of the system.
  • Page 12 Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Set Points The Menu Set Points screen displays the saved Preset set points of each corner of the vehicle, as well as the current values for each corner. If the system is running in air pressure only mode (RidePro X), it will automatically display pressure (psi).
  • Page 13 Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Mobile App & Laptop Users Guide Calibrate The Menu Calibration screen allows the user to calibrate the system. Though Calibration is not required for manual control of the system, Calibration is required to enable functionality of the Presets. During Calibration, the system learns speci c characteristics of the vehicle into which it is installed.
  • Page 14 Keyfobs are learned in the same manner. To learn a Smart Phone using a Laptop: Open the Ridetech App on your laptop. Select the Phone #1 or #2 button shown below. “Please Connect Phone” along with a bar graph will appear at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 15 The top image is RidePRO-HP with ride height sensors. The bottom image is RidePRO-X without ride height sensors. If you have ride height senors, it will display the voltage output of the level sensors. The range of the level sensors is 0.5 - 4.5 volts.

  • Page 16: Calibration

    Calibration DO NOT RERUN CALIBRATION ON A SYSTEM THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY CALIBRATED. IF YOU ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE SYSTEM, TRYING TO RECALIBRATE WILL MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. Calibration: !ATTENTION!!!!! The vehicle MUST be running in order to calibrate this system! By only turning the key on will NOT work! Hooking it to battery charger will NOT work! The vehicle must be running!

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    Solution B: Usually caused by debris stuck on valve seat. In ate and de ate several times or disassemble valve. Information about servicing the valves can be found at: https://www.ridetech.com/tech/solenoid-valve-service/ One air spring leaks up over a period of time.
  • Page 18 If valve clicks, but does not open. The plunger in the valve is can be badly dimpled and needs replaced. If the plunger is badly dimpled, it can get stuck in the hole in the valve, not allowing it to open. Information about servicing the valves can be found at: https://www.ridetech.com/tech/solenoid-valve-service/ Diagnosis D: System is getting LOW voltage.

  • Page 19: Bluetooth Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Bluetooth Troubleshooting Bluetooth Are either of the LEDs lit up on top of the WCU? If not, the system is not powering up. Check power and ground. Also, check the 2 ground fuses in the compressor harness. Are you trying to connect the app using the Bluetooth menu? The phone has to be connected to the WCU through the App.

  • Page 20: Tips And Tricks

    Tips & Tricks Tips & Tricks DO NOT RERUN CALIBRATION ON A SYSTEM THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY CALIBRATED. IF YOU ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE SYSTEM, TRYING TO RECALIBRATE WILL MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. When in ating and de ating the vehicle manually, push both buttons for one end of the vehicle at the same time. Explanation: When you do one corner at a time, it is harder to get the vehicle level at the height you are trying to achieve.

  • Page 21: Error Codes And Text

    Control System Error Codes Control System Error Codes PRESSURE SENSOR RELATED ERRORS ERROR CODES AND TEXT POSSIBLE ISSUE SOLUTIONS ERROR 11: LF PRESSURE LOW VOLTAGE Sensor is disconnected or sensor has failed. Is the sensor harness plugged into the ECU? ERROR 21: RF PRESSURE LOW VOLTAGE ERROR 31: LR PRESSURE LOW VOLTAGE ERROR 41: RR PRESSURE LOW VOLTAGE...
  • Page 22 You may need to install new software on the ECU/ ERROR 165: WRONG VERSION WCU or the laptop, depending on the version that is installed of each item. Contact Ridetech @ 812-481-4969 to determine which needs updated.

  • Page 23: Plumbing Diagrams

    Plumbing Diagram Single Compressor Systems Single Compressor Systems Driver Passenger Front Front Solenoid Valve Driver Passenger Rear Rear Check Valve Compressor Tank Dual Compressor Systems Driver Passenger Front Front Solenoid Valve Driver Passenger Rear Rear Compressor Check Valve Compressor Tank...

  • Page 24: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagram Shown with upgrade upgrade CUTTING OFF EITHER OF THESE PLUGS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. SWITCHED +12VDC (IGNITION) YELLOW 15 Amp Fuse +12VDC 30 Amp Fuse 30 Amp Fuse BLACK-TO CHASSIS OR BATTERY GROUND 20 Amp Fuse BLUE Storage Tank +12VDC Optional GREY...

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