Re: E28 M5 rear self-leveling

["Lawrence K. Foster" <idc06@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>
>For what it's worth, the E28 M5 has a hydraulically controlled rear
>suspension that will "raise" the rear end when the sway bar sensor sees you
>getting hot into a turn.   This is to reduce the chance of rubbing the
>tires on the fenders.   I guess BMW thought this was better (or at least
>cheaper) than stamping new body panels for just a few thousand cars.
>

I kind of doubt that the self-leveling circuit on '88 E28 M5s can work as an
active suspension.  There is a control connection to the brake light circuit
that is probably there to make sure it only works at rest.

Larry Foster
'88 US E28 M5 that used to have a semi-active rear suspension

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