Drivetrain Manic Motorsport brings us N18 owners OBD II Tuning! Solution is finally here!
#2076
#2077
Took the car into the dealer today. I suggested the HPFP and the MAF sensor; my service advisor immediately suspected the former but acknowledged the latter given my Alta foam oiled filter.
Unfortunately the earliest they'll be able to look at the car is Friday.
Regardless, I appreciate all the input you guys have offered and I will keep everyone updated once I hear back from them.
Unfortunately the earliest they'll be able to look at the car is Friday.
Regardless, I appreciate all the input you guys have offered and I will keep everyone updated once I hear back from them.
#2078
Took the car into the dealer today. I suggested the HPFP and the MAF sensor; my service advisor immediately suspected the former but acknowledged the latter given my Alta foam oiled filter. Unfortunately the earliest they'll be able to look at the car is Friday. Regardless, I appreciate all the input you guys have offered and I will keep everyone updated once I hear back from them.
#2079
The same thing happened to my friend's Miata. But I've been running 93 octane for the past month and the car adjusted just fine to an E30 Ethanol mix a month ago.
The dealer found no faults with the HPFP or MAF sensor, but discovered an exhaust leak (coincidentally started to leak (due to new exhaust clamp) just before I experienced issues), which was found during a smoke test.
Additionally, they're are cracks between the air filter/intake and the turbo, seems to be a common issue with those materials.
I'll get back with more details.
The dealer found no faults with the HPFP or MAF sensor, but discovered an exhaust leak (coincidentally started to leak (due to new exhaust clamp) just before I experienced issues), which was found during a smoke test.
Additionally, they're are cracks between the air filter/intake and the turbo, seems to be a common issue with those materials.
I'll get back with more details.
#2080
#2082
I would clean it, but the dealer said the MAF was fine. Maybe they didn't do a thorough job at checking that, however. Additionally, there are cracks in the intake hose (OEM) right by the turbo inlet. I declined to replace it at the dealer as I thought I could find one from Forge or NM for the N18 engines but I can't. Could that also contribute? I've been also noticing below average fuel economy.
#2083
I had some issues a while back. Had my ecu "learned" parameters reset. Runs like a new car now! 2010 R56S JCW Tuning Kit. (Stage 1 Tune is what it's considered) ECUs "learn" and adjust to driving conditions. You may be confusing your ecu with running different fuels/mixes. Just sayin...
#2084
If the cracks in the tube are after the MAF, then it's metered air, therefore you would expect the car to throw an "implausibility" error code if it was leaking bad enough for you to notice.
I would order a new tube from ECS Tuning. Should be under $100 for the OEM one (which is the best one).
Since you use a oiled filter, I would also pickup a can of MAF cleaner for $8 and clean the sensor.
I would order a new tube from ECS Tuning. Should be under $100 for the OEM one (which is the best one).
Since you use a oiled filter, I would also pickup a can of MAF cleaner for $8 and clean the sensor.
#2086
#2089
#2090
I hoping the problem was due to the cracks near the turbo inlet, or even the damage to the downpipe and O2 sensor from the tire shop, as they would pay for replacements. I highly doubt it has much to do with the values set be the tune as the car has been running smoothly for months with new colder plugs. I should be picking up the car today. I'll also have to pick up MAF cleaner.
#2091
Originally Posted by Gearheadaddy
Thanks Tigger, where to get an Autologics box?
#2092
Prepare to spend 15 to 20K for a new one and 12K for used, if you can find one. Even a Chinese clone will run you five grand. At one point Autologic also offered performance tunes. They have since discontinued that policy and only provide factory software updates now.
#2094
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I just thought i would chime in on Smog testing. Here in Vegas, they test annually. So even with a Manic tune, the secondary o2 sensor and evap will show "not ready". This wasn't enough to "fail" me, only reject.
Solution is to swap back in the stock cat and switch to stock tune every time. Just a heads up for anyone who may be coming up on smog time.
I hope Manic will somehow find a way to circumvent this in future updates.
Solution is to swap back in the stock cat and switch to stock tune every time. Just a heads up for anyone who may be coming up on smog time.
I hope Manic will somehow find a way to circumvent this in future updates.
#2095
I just thought i would chime in on Smog testing. Here in Vegas, they test annually. So even with a Manic tune, the secondary o2 sensor and evap will show "not ready". This wasn't enough to "fail" me, only reject. Solution is to swap back in the stock cat and switch to stock tune every time. Just a heads up for anyone who may be coming up on smog time. I hope Manic will somehow find a way to circumvent this in future updates.
My new downpipes for N14/N18 and the new B46/B8 motors do not through a code.
I'm glad you go it all worked out
Mario
mQubed Motorsport, Manic Tuning Dealer
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2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
#2096
I'd like to update everyone on the fuel cutting.
I replaced the intake turbo inlet tube (as it was leaking) and now the car is running as normal, no fuel cuts, no apparent misfires, etc. Fuel economy has jumped back up to where I average about 35 mpg with my spirited driving.
Thanks to everyone who contributed!
I replaced the intake turbo inlet tube (as it was leaking) and now the car is running as normal, no fuel cuts, no apparent misfires, etc. Fuel economy has jumped back up to where I average about 35 mpg with my spirited driving.
Thanks to everyone who contributed!
#2098
#2099
When adding a tune, the DP can be coded out for Triggers, but the readiness code.
So, with the new DP, and tune just move the map to stock and all will be good.
mQubed Motorsport, Manic Tuning Dealer
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2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
2013 GP2 #295, 270whp/310wtq, KO4 47mm Turbo, 18" NM Wheels, Alta intake, Manic Stage III+, HFS-3 Meth, 30% E85 Blend, Forged IC, Alta Hot Pipe, P&P/Ceramic Exhaust Manifold, m3 Extreme Ceramic DP, Vibrant mid res, 4" Double walled Tips, WMW/KW V3 CO, Alta Rear CA, CREE Fogs, Black out F/R Rings and Gas Cap, M7 CF Front Splitter, and No Stickers. MORE TO COME!! Previous 04Triple Black 17% Alta, MM Air/H2O, CAI, OBX Header, FBT Head, Shrick Cam, 234whp
#2100
Been a while since I've posted on this thread. But the update with Manic Motorsport is that they are now an Official OEM ECU Software Supplier for the MINI Challenge Car. They just made a multiyear deal with MINI UK. As now an official tuner, hopefully the dealers will be lots more lenient on Manic Tunes as MINI UK has signed them aboard. Check it out
http://www.minichallenge.co.uk/manic-motorsport.html
http://www.minichallenge.co.uk/manic-motorsport.html