Over the last few weeks I have been tirelessly searching for useful information on my new to me 03' GX470. There is a decent amount out there but it is in a million places and sometimes hard to find. So I'm going to deposit here what I've collected, links and some basic info to help new or prospective GX owners. Some help or suggestions / corrections would be appreciated.
Terms:
KDSS = Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System aka computer controlled hydraulically adjusted sway bars.
AHC = Adjustable Height Control aka adjustable rear air bags.
ATRAC = Traction Control
VSC = Vehicle Stability Control
DAC = Downhill Assist Control
Adaptive Variable Suspension = (Formerly known as TEMS) it consist of electronically adjusted shock damping.
J120 or 120 platform = The Toyota chassis designation for the GX and Prado.
Common issues / Fixes:
Rear Air Bag Failure / coil conversion:
Window switch programming:
CV Boot replacement:
Locker options / install:
Coil over / shock options / install:
Upper Control arm options / Install:
Bumper options / Install:
Slider options / install:
Wheel/Tire size guide:
Storage options:
Dual Battery options / install
Terms:
KDSS = Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System aka computer controlled hydraulically adjusted sway bars.
AHC = Adjustable Height Control aka adjustable rear air bags.
ATRAC = Traction Control
VSC = Vehicle Stability Control
DAC = Downhill Assist Control
Adaptive Variable Suspension = (Formerly known as TEMS) it consist of electronically adjusted shock damping.
J120 or 120 platform = The Toyota chassis designation for the GX and Prado.
Common issues / Fixes:
Rear Air Bag Failure / coil conversion:
Window switch programming:
CV Boot replacement:
Locker options / install:
Coil over / shock options / install:
Upper Control arm options / Install:
Bumper options / Install:
Slider options / install:
Wheel/Tire size guide:
Storage options:
Dual Battery options / install
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