12-14-2016, 03:10 AM | #1 |
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Akrapovic issue
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Yesterday I installed akrapovic exhaust system with the remote control and the garage who installed the system told me that I need to visit the dealer to program the modules so the flaps can open and close. Because the original exhaust comes with only one flap which is on the driver side, but the Akrapovic on both side. So I went to BMW garage and they said that they can't do it So if anyone knows or already installed the system please Advise. Thanks in advance. Khalifa. |
12-14-2016, 07:42 AM | #2 |
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If I were you, I'd ask Akra themselves... although I must admit when I wrote to them to ask them some questions they didn't bother to reply which pissed me off no end.
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12-14-2016, 08:25 AM | #4 |
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I would visit a better installer...
With the exhaust there were some cables and two boxes (one CAN-sniffer and one logic box). These are installed in the trunk and take care of all the new modes for the extra exhaust valve and remote. It is clearly stated in the installation manual how to install this, these are available at Akrapovic.com. I didn't get any with my exhaust. |
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12-14-2016, 11:01 AM | #6 |
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EDIT: see metrickid post below
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All parts are included, it's just the instructions you need to get from Akrapovic.com. https://d1sfhav1wboke3.cloudfront.ne...bdf6f328ba.pdf https://d1sfhav1wboke3.cloudfront.ne...ca192ddcc6.pdf |
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12-14-2016, 01:03 PM | #10 |
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For the cost of this you could get a cheap daily driver! When the time comes, I'll get out the TIG and some stainless pipe and make my own. I think I'll go from 4 outlets down to two since there is no functional benefit of 4 tips and get rid of all the flappy stuff entirely.
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Akrapovic replies quicker than bmw does too. |
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12-15-2016, 04:17 AM | #12 |
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All mentioned by Metrickid is true, same for me. Just have it properly installed and have your installer read the damn manual / instructions! Akrapovic has an importer in Arabia or maybe even Qatar, let your installer reach out to them, if he has a hard time understanding what to do. They will definitely help!
No need to code anything, if you do not go for a catless downpipe. Valve is not what it seems! There is no need to take the valve control from Akrapovic. The system opens and closes the exhaust at the end when you want it. The exhaust burble and control through the Sport and MDM buttons is not controlled by the valve control from Akrapovic. MR |
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12-15-2016, 10:12 PM | #14 |
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The flaps are easy. Wire them in parallel
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But yeah, FOR THE M2, probably would only install an Dinan or MPE (for the CF tips, they just look too good and would be the most uniform with CF diffuser) |
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12-16-2016, 07:41 PM | #18 |
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yup it should be easy for the installer to figure out. I'll see if my installer can hop on this.
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12-16-2016, 08:18 PM | #19 | |
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The install itself is pretty straightforward. The remote (Sound Kit) you purchased uses what Akrapovic calls a "can sniffer." The two wires that correspond to the valves (yellow/red & yellow/brown) are placed into the can sniffer. When we mounted the Akrapovic, we left the trunk liner out to ensure we had the right wires. Akrapovic's manual states there may be 2 sets of wires that have the same color. We saw 3. Can Sniffer Wiring by Chris Palma, on Flickr Make sure all the connections are tight on the control kit as well. You should see a green light on it if the devices are communicating. Pairing the Sound Kit shouldn't require much. Just hold it close to the Control Kit and press & hold the button. Again this will only work if the right wires are on the can sniffer and it is communicating with the Control Kit. Check pages 14 & 15 of the manual for more help on that. The light on ther remote indicates the status. http://www.akrapovic.com/docs/SoundK...tionManual.pdf IMG_0551 by Chris Palma, on Flickr That aside, there is absolutely no coding/programming/etc. that needed to be done. There's really no telling what was done by the initial installer. You (definitely) have to pull the trunk liner out and see what was done. The Akrapovic manual is very clear. Report back with any updates. I'll do my best to be of any assistance. Last edited by cwhands; 12-18-2016 at 12:50 AM.. |
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