Adaptive Ride Control Shock Simulators - Duramax 1500
The ARC-MAX is a hardware-based Adaptive Ride Control shock simulator kit engineered specifically for Duramax 1500 trucks, where OBD-based ARC bypass modules are not supported. It allows removal of the factory ARC shocks while preventing suspension warnings and fault codes.
Instead of communicating on the CAN network, ARC-MAX electrically simulates each factory shock at the suspension control module. Each simulator mimics the resistance and load values expected by the system, allowing the module to pass its self-checks and remain satisfied.
ARC-MAX installs directly at each shock connector using OEM-style plugs. No programming is required. The 3 factory ride height sensors need to remain connected or secured mid-travel to maintain valid sensor signals.
Gas-powered 1500 platforms require our OBD/SS ARC.
Plugs directly into factory harnesses at each corner.
ARC-MAX supports diesel 1500 trucks.
Each module electrically simulates a factory ARC shock.
Pure hardware-based solution with no software interaction.
The ShockSims ARC-MAX Shock Simulators allow you to replace the factory Adaptive Ride Control suspension system by providing stable resistance values expected by the suspension control module.
Simply plug in the four piece ARC-MAX to remove suspension related dash warnings.
Only Complete STEP 2 If:
The trucks (new) ride height is too high or low to allow the OEM ride height sensor links to be connected to the trucks suspension.
OR
The SCM needs to see valid signals from the 3 ride height sensors.
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Our modules are intended for vehicles where electronic suspension components have been replaced with mechanical equivalents. It does NOT modify emissions equipment, odometer settings, or safety-critical powertrain software. It is designed to ensure the vehicle’s diagnostic system accurately reflects the current hardware configuration to maintain safe operating conditions.
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