Attachments and tuning setup
Diesel n' Steel tuning explained: front and rear suspension, height, stiffness and dampening presets, plus the attachments that change how a jeepney handles.
Tuning in Diesel n' Steel is about three numbers: height, stiffness and dampening, set separately for the front and rear suspension. Get them right and a jeepney stays planted in the narrow Malolos terminal street. Get them wrong and it bounces, rolls and scrapes everything between the terminal and the drop-off point.
The tuning menu also has an import and export function, so you can paste in another player's setup or generate a code from your own and share it.
The tuning menu
| Option | What it controls |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | The two wheels at the front |
| Rear suspension | The two wheels at the back |
| Import tuning | Paste a code from another player to load their settings |
| Export tuning | Generates a code for your current setup so you can share it |
The three parameters, in plain terms
| Parameter | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Height | Sits closer to the ground, more stable, better on smooth roads | More ground clearance, avoids scraping on rough sections |
| Stiffness | Soft springs, more comfortable over bumps | Stiff springs, better handling and less body roll |
| Dampening | Low, bouncier and softer feel | High, less bounce and tighter control |
Height catches people out. A low jeepney handles better on the highway, then scrapes on rougher stretches. A high one clears everything and rolls more swinging into a terminal.
Presets to start from
| Purpose | Front height | Rear height | Stiffness | Dampening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City driving | Low | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Provincial routes | High | High | Soft | High |
Start with the city preset if you are working Guiguinto and Balagtas, where the roads are the smoothest and the turnaround is fastest. Switch to the provincial preset for the Malolos route, where the distance and the rougher sections reward clearance over sharpness.
Attachments and what they change
| Attachment | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Backhorns | Signal to other drivers that you are reversing |
| Bumpers | Absorb impact in collisions and change the front silhouette |
| Bumper antennas | Cosmetic, mounts off the bumper assembly |
| Bumper lights | Extra lighting at the front |
| Rims | Cosmetic, changes the wheel look |
| Grills | The front grille, the most recognisable part of a jeepney's face |
| Roof rack or luggage carrier | Extra storage capacity |
| Side mirrors | Adjustable for better visibility |
| Auxiliary headlights | Additional lighting for night runs |
| Chrome trim and ornaments | The decorative layer that makes a build distinctive |
| Stickers and decals | Personal markings applied to the body |
The functional attachments are the backhorns, the bumpers, the auxiliary lights and the roof rack. The rest is identity work, and the Sarao Custombuilt Model 2.0 has the widest attachment list in the game, which is one reason it holds up even after you can afford something bigger.
Tuning and the LTO inspection
Tuning does not replace maintenance. The inspection checks 95 percent health on the engine, brakes, tires and complete lights, so a perfectly tuned jeepney with a dead battery still fails. The prep list is on roadworthiness inspection check.
A setup routine before a long run
- Set the provincial preset for height and dampening before you leave the terminal.
- Check the lights are complete, including the blinkers and the taillights.
- Fill the tank. The Malolos route is ten kilometres each way.
- Do the change arithmetic while you wait for the load, not while you drive.
FAQ
What do height, stiffness and dampening do?
Height is how far the jeepney sits off the ground, stiffness is how hard the springs resist compression, and dampening is how quickly the bouncing stops after a bump.
Can I share my tuning setup?
Yes. Export tuning generates a code, and import tuning loads another player's.
Does tuning affect the inspection?
No. The inspection checks part health and complete lights, not suspension settings.
