Drivetrain 2018 JCW Exhaust Flap

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Old 04-10-2018, 10:38 AM
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2018 JCW Exhaust Flap

Is it possible to code the vehicle to keep flap open in all three modes (minimalism-balanced-sport)? Is there a reason why I shouldn't want to do this?
 
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Old 04-10-2018, 12:16 PM
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It wouldnt be coding, just unplugging then you can switch modes and the flap will always be open. It takes about 3 secoonds to do:

https://myredmini.com/how-to-keep-yo...kit-always-on/

And no, no reason why you wouldnt want to do this........ just like you wouldnt want to be in Eco mode....... EVER!
 
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Yes, eco mode selected on a JCW model should give you a "you bought the wrong car message w/ a CEL light"
 
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yes, eco mode selected on a jcw model should give you a "you bought the wrong car message w/ a cel light"

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ this!
 
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Originally Posted by Mini_Vinnie
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ this!
 
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Originally Posted by Mini_Vinnie
It wouldnt be coding, just unplugging then you can switch modes and the flap will always be open. It takes about 3 secoonds to do:

https://myredmini.com/how-to-keep-yo...kit-always-on/
Unplugging the harness from the boot box worked great for the flap. Unfortunately on my 2018 JCW, it also disconnected the three rear cameras (left-center-right) as they are also included in that harness. I like those cameras. No obvious flap coding in Bimmercode unless it is under the 'advanced' coding area (not going there without some expert help). I would prefer coding it out and not snipping the wires going to the flap servomotor. Any ideas?
 
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Interesting, that stinks actually.

You could always open it an then disconnect the spring that opens and closes the valve. Its near the actuator on the exhaust.
 
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