How to completely disable the VDC

Hi-Step'n370Z · 03-18-2010, 08:21 AM

To all who want to know how to disable the VDC. While searching all over the web, I stumbled onto this bit if information. Hope it helps those who are interested.

"If you use the factory switch, the VDC only partially turns off. If you want to completely disable it, you have to disconnect power to the yaw sensor."

370Zsteve · 03-18-2010, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Hi-Step'n370Z

To all who want to know how to disable the VDC. While searching all over the web, I stumbled onto this bit if information. Hope it helps those who are interested.

"If you use the factory switch, the VDC only partially turns off. If you want to completely disable it, you have to disconnect power to the yaw sensor."

I like the VDC.

>135I · 03-18-2010, 08:26 AM

That is interesting info, what part is still running when it partly off?

Modshack · 03-18-2010, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

I like the VDC.

Yeah, but we haven't had a good "I crashed my Z, friend turned off the VDC" story in a few weeks...

Hi-Step'n370Z · 03-18-2010, 09:01 AM

I like the VDC too, glad I have it.

As far as what is still running when it's off, or partially off.......I haven't a clue.

I posted the "how to disable" info because I remember some on the Forum were wondering if it could be done, and if so, how.

I have no plans to disable mine.

Matt · 03-18-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Yeah, but we haven't had a good "I crashed my Z, friend turned off the VDC" story in a few weeks...

x1000

theDreamer · 03-18-2010, 09:19 AM

If it is off, it is off.
I believe in a past thread someone found VDC to be 100% off, but something else is still on (ALBS or something, will find later today).

Matt · 03-18-2010, 09:24 AM

Some info I found on "another Z site" (I cannot vouch for it's accuracy, but appears to be how I understand it to work):

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TCS compares wheel rotation and cut throttle to stop spinning. The more aggressively you spin the tires, the longer it takes for throttle control to return. Lite spins may not even be detected so it is still possible to slide the back end in some cases. When it is turned off, it is off.

VDC includes TCS and adds the yaw sensor and individual wheel braking for corrections. When using the factory switch, VDC only partially turns off, to completely disable it, it is necessary to disconnect power to the yaw sensor.

Also the models with VDC also include BLSD, or brake limited slip differential. Brakes are used to compensate for slipping rear wheels when the VLSD is overpowered or not coming in quick enough. Nissan does not consider this part off the VDC system.

And here's a GREAT link I found to Nissan's Explanation of what VDC is and how it works:

VDC: What it is and how it works

theDreamer · 03-18-2010, 09:27 AM

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...etely-off.html

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...tml#post442451 -

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Originally Posted by B_Bear

Owner's Manual says that VDC OFF means exactly that, but ABLS and ABS are still active. Maybe folks are feeling ABLS kick in.

pg 5-27: "The VDC system uses an Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) function to improve vehicle traction. The ABLS system works when one of the driving wheels is spinning on a slippery surface. The ABLS system brakes the spinning wheel, which distributes the driving power to the other drive wheel. If the vehicle is operated with the VDC OFF switch pushed and the VDC system turned off, all VDC systems will be turned off. The ABLS system and ABS will still operate with the VDC system off. If the ABLS system is activated, the (slip) indicator (light) will blink..."

m4a1mustang · 03-18-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Yeah, but we haven't had a good "I crashed my Z, friend turned off the VDC" story in a few weeks...

There's my laugh of the day! Haha, thanks Steve.

earwicker7 · 03-18-2010, 01:22 PM

Every once in a while I think about disabling the VDC, then I ask myself what I'm trying to prove and just leave it alone.

kannibul · 03-18-2010, 01:38 PM

ABLS - I notice this when it kicks on with my truck (2010 Frontier SE V6 4x4 AT) - however, turning it off in my truck lets me 1-wheel-peel without trouble. With it on, if I goose it hard, for instance, to get out of the way of some idiot about to back out of his parking spot into the side of my truck...it grabs the rear brakes and I can't GTFO as fast as I want.

Same with the Z - VDC on, it'll grab the brakes and keep the car under control and minimize spin at the expense of GTFOness.

With VDC off, it'll toast the tires not in just 1st, but 2nd and chirp 3rd.

I really think when you turn off VDC, you also turn off ABLS...

370Zsteve · 03-18-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Yeah, but we haven't had a good "I crashed my Z, friend turned off the VDC" story in a few weeks...

True.

LaSeeno · 03-18-2010, 02:05 PM

If my car only has it partially turne doff I don't want it all the way turned off. The Z get's sideway's enough already.

ChrisSlicks · 03-18-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by LaSeeno

If my car only has it partially turne doff I don't want it all the way turned off. The Z get's sideway's enough already.

When it's off it only limits wheelspin, doesn't prevent you from doing a 360 pirouette in front of the oncoming semi-trailer.

03-18-2010, 08:21 AM	#1 (permalink)
Hi-Step'n370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: new york Posts: 425 Drives: '10ZR S/B AT Tour NV Rep Power: 277	How to completely disable the VDC To all who want to know how to disable the VDC. While searching all over the web, I stumbled onto this bit if information. Hope it helps those who are interested. "If you use the factory switch, the VDC only partially turns off. If you want to completely disable it, you have to disconnect power to the yaw sensor."

03-18-2010, 08:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
>135I Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Radcliff, KY Age: 42 Posts: 409 Drives: 2003 Cobra Rep Power: 16	That is interesting info, what part is still running when it partly off? __________________ I will miss my Z. I hope she goes to a good home.

03-18-2010, 09:19 AM	#7 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	If it is off, it is off. I believe in a past thread someone found VDC to be 100% off, but something else is still on (ALBS or something, will find later today). __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

03-18-2010, 01:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
earwicker7 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 265 Drives: 09 370Z (maxed out) Rep Power: 16	Every once in a while I think about disabling the VDC, then I ask myself what I'm trying to prove and just leave it alone. ElVee likes this. __________________ 2009 Magnetic Black 370Z with Touring, Sports and Navigation Packages--Fast Intentions CBE with 12" Resonators/Carbon Fiber Mufflers and LTH--Stillen G3 Cold Air Intakes, Underdrive Pulley and Grounding Kit--Uprev Tune

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03-18-2010, 09:01 AM	#5 (permalink)
Hi-Step'n370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: new york Posts: 425 Drives: '10ZR S/B AT Tour NV Rep Power: 277	I like the VDC too, glad I have it. As far as what is still running when it's off, or partially off.......I haven't a clue. I posted the "how to disable" info because I remember some on the Forum were wondering if it could be done, and if so, how. I have no plans to disable mine.

03-18-2010, 01:38 PM	#12 (permalink)
kannibul A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Jenks, OK Posts: 2,281 Drives: 370z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 267	ABLS - I notice this when it kicks on with my truck (2010 Frontier SE V6 4x4 AT) - however, turning it off in my truck lets me 1-wheel-peel without trouble. With it on, if I goose it hard, for instance, to get out of the way of some idiot about to back out of his parking spot into the side of my truck...it grabs the rear brakes and I can't GTFO as fast as I want. Same with the Z - VDC on, it'll grab the brakes and keep the car under control and minimize spin at the expense of GTFOness. With VDC off, it'll toast the tires not in just 1st, but 2nd and chirp 3rd. I really think when you turn off VDC, you also turn off ABLS...

03-18-2010, 02:05 PM	#14 (permalink)
LaSeeno Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mars Posts: 129 Drives: NA Rep Power: 16	If my car only has it partially turne doff I don't want it all the way turned off. The Z get's sideway's enough already.