New product lowering module
I have an 08 Q7, 3.6, and want to purchase the Solo-Technology lowering module. The site states how "easy" it is to use and I can see that. However, they are absolutely brutal and communicating back with emails.... I have sent them 3 emails to no return, and naturally I am cautious of sending my $600 there.
Here is my question, and I would APPRECIATE any insight whatsoever.
* In regards to the module they are selling for $599. Is that all I need? Is it compatible with every type of Q7, or do I need an "option" that might not be there, therefor rendering the part useless when it arrives. There was talk of it connecting at the passenger seat - I could not see any sort of port or plug in there.
Solo-tech, offer more in-depth info on your site and you just might move some more product.
Thanks guys!
Brent
Here is my question, and I would APPRECIATE any insight whatsoever.
* In regards to the module they are selling for $599. Is that all I need? Is it compatible with every type of Q7, or do I need an "option" that might not be there, therefor rendering the part useless when it arrives. There was talk of it connecting at the passenger seat - I could not see any sort of port or plug in there.
Solo-tech, offer more in-depth info on your site and you just might move some more product.
Thanks guys!
Brent
i can confirm that the 9ff units are replaceable drop links - and NOT an ECU/piggyback module.
They work great and maybe cost $20 to make.
Considering how well they work (better than the modules) they are priced decently at $450, but $700? poor euro/dollar pair!
I think i saw a company making some generic links for $150 a few years back....
They work great and maybe cost $20 to make.
Considering how well they work (better than the modules) they are priced decently at $450, but $700? poor euro/dollar pair!
I think i saw a company making some generic links for $150 a few years back....
Hows the ride ?
i can confirm that the 9ff units are replaceable drop links - and NOT an ECU/piggyback module.
They work great and maybe cost $20 to make.
Considering how well they work (better than the modules) they are priced decently at $450, but $700? poor euro/dollar pair!
I think i saw a company making some generic links for $150 a few years back....
They work great and maybe cost $20 to make.
Considering how well they work (better than the modules) they are priced decently at $450, but $700? poor euro/dollar pair!
I think i saw a company making some generic links for $150 a few years back....
Was the dash error msg issue every solved ?
yeah, I know... a little late to the party...
So, was there ever a solution to this issue when pulling or switching around those wires ? I'd really like to use my MainMenu. Which, BTW is odd for me since I have a Fire Extinguisher down there; and yes, I've got Nav

So, was there ever a solution to this issue when pulling or switching around those wires ? I'd really like to use my MainMenu. Which, BTW is odd for me since I have a Fire Extinguisher down there; and yes, I've got Nav
here...and also the under 10 dollars links(improvised) bare in mind that the links do not have loads).... lol...it is also an adjustable links....LoL
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Alpine_997
Did you even discover which, of the 3 wires, needs to be bypass'd ?
I know this is late, but I'm a newer owner/member who is interested in this; however, wants to just disconnect the 1 wire to determine if its for me. If so, I'll just wire a switch down next to the air-hose plug. I'm outta warranty, so no issues there.
I know this is late, but I'm a newer owner/member who is interested in this; however, wants to just disconnect the 1 wire to determine if its for me. If so, I'll just wire a switch down next to the air-hose plug. I'm outta warranty, so no issues there.
Hey Duff - who let you in? 
It seems that my wires vary from the 09's GTS/Turbo so far. Out of the three wires there are only two that you would need. I will check on my switch tomorrow and let everyone know the part numbers once I can confirm it will work.
My wires are as follows:
Three Yellow Wires - Yellow/Blue - Yellow Solid - Yellow Black. The yellow wires end with a Male Molex Type End which plugs into a female receiver that contains three wires that are Black/Green/Red.
My wires are located behind the DVD panel under the passenger seat. It is the only set of wires that I could locate. The Yellow/Blue and Yellow/Black are the two wires that matters for the switch/override.
It is a simple on/off switch that can be placed in the same panel area as the vent controls behind the porsche plate above the ashtray.
There are a few good modules out there but for what they do I felt the price did not justify the end result. To some it would be worth it and for that I say have at it
I don't drive with it lowered all the time due to the change in geometry of the alignment. But its nice to have it low from time to time when I want. Having to buy the $2500-$3000 module and perhaps paying another $150.00 to have the service shop program it was not worth it to me for the times I would want the use of it.
H&R sells a more tweakable lowering control module which lets you fine tune lowering heights to all 4 wheels. I think it regulates the voltage to raise/lower the car. The TechArt Module doesn't allow for that. They have the Alarm Arming/Lower it down to loading level feature but thats not a big deal to me.
Its too simple not to try it out.
This mod is simple, less than $50 for the switch and remains factory.
I hope to get an answer on the right switches tomorrow and then present a DIY by next week.
As far as the wires mine are Brown/Yellow Stripe, Brown Solid and Black.

It seems that my wires vary from the 09's GTS/Turbo so far. Out of the three wires there are only two that you would need. I will check on my switch tomorrow and let everyone know the part numbers once I can confirm it will work.
My wires are as follows:
Three Yellow Wires - Yellow/Blue - Yellow Solid - Yellow Black. The yellow wires end with a Male Molex Type End which plugs into a female receiver that contains three wires that are Black/Green/Red.
My wires are located behind the DVD panel under the passenger seat. It is the only set of wires that I could locate. The Yellow/Blue and Yellow/Black are the two wires that matters for the switch/override.
It is a simple on/off switch that can be placed in the same panel area as the vent controls behind the porsche plate above the ashtray.
There are a few good modules out there but for what they do I felt the price did not justify the end result. To some it would be worth it and for that I say have at it
I don't drive with it lowered all the time due to the change in geometry of the alignment. But its nice to have it low from time to time when I want. Having to buy the $2500-$3000 module and perhaps paying another $150.00 to have the service shop program it was not worth it to me for the times I would want the use of it. H&R sells a more tweakable lowering control module which lets you fine tune lowering heights to all 4 wheels. I think it regulates the voltage to raise/lower the car. The TechArt Module doesn't allow for that. They have the Alarm Arming/Lower it down to loading level feature but thats not a big deal to me.
Its too simple not to try it out.
This mod is simple, less than $50 for the switch and remains factory.
I hope to get an answer on the right switches tomorrow and then present a DIY by next week.
As far as the wires mine are Brown/Yellow Stripe, Brown Solid and Black.
Exclamation Point ?
Also, does that Exclamation Point on the dash stay light the entire time ? I realize the 'Menu' isn't obtainable, but not sure I can see that '!' all day long.
Did you even discover which, of the 3 wires, needs to be bypass'd ?
I know this is late, but I'm a newer owner/member who is interested in this; however, wants to just disconnect the 1 wire to determine if its for me. If so, I'll just wire a switch down next to the air-hose plug. I'm outta warranty, so no issues there.
I know this is late, but I'm a newer owner/member who is interested in this; however, wants to just disconnect the 1 wire to determine if its for me. If so, I'll just wire a switch down next to the air-hose plug. I'm outta warranty, so no issues there.
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