Did MINI do a TSB for the DME at a service? Had the same issue with mine (running Race-Chip) and suspect MINI changed the ECU to drop CELs with 3rd party ECU devices.

 

I have no idea!! How would I know without asking and sounding like a jerk? Should I just come out and ask? What is DME?

 

TSB would be mentioned on your work order/invoice. DME is the computer brain of your car.

 

I scanned through my old ones no mention of a TSB done. My JCW does have the latest code as of last week. To no avail....still throws codes.

 

New update from dinan today
Complete user interface overhaul allowing for more user-friendly operation of the application.

- Illuminated boost mode buttons
- Added vehicle specific device settings
- User selectable max boost notification
- Bug fixes to improve connectivity

 

Don't see an update available in the App Store... maybe it's stuck in the apple approval process?

 

The android version seems to work as a real app now. Useful !

 

The Apple one is out now live I believe.

 

IOS app hasn't been updated since Jan. 7th.

 

Dinan said it was released last night.

 

So I'm new to the world of Mini tuning so forgive me if this is a dumb question or if it's been addressed (I searched but didn't find): I just bought a 16 JCW (traded in the 2009) with the remainder of the factory warranty. If I install a Dinan does that negate the warranty? I've seen people mention that they had it installed at the dealership so I assume it doesn't negate anything, amirite?

 

MINIUSA has not officially "approved" or "authorized" any of the brands of tuning boxes.

Dinan claims their tuner won't harm the car, but the Dinan warranty DOES NOT cover repairs to the car.

After you install a sport tuning box, you'll have so much fun you won't care. But no matter what anyone says, it's buyer beware.

 

If you live in the US, you're technically not on the hook for any repairs unless mini can prove it was caused by the tune. From what I've read, a few extra pounds of boost is very unlikely to directly cause any issues. That being said Mini would definitely have the upper hand in any warranty claims should you run into engine trouble. Most people remove the tune before services, making dealer detection very difficult.

 

That's what I figured. I dont want to do anything that would hurt the warranty lest my wife (who drives a Focus RS and a Ninja 1000, by the way, so you'd think she'd understand my need for speed) kill me should something go awry and the warranty is negated. But, dang, another 30-40HP in this thing, which is already quick, would be pretty amazing.

 

It's pretty darned fun, if one has that need for speed. And these engines are, overall, pretty robust little BMW units that are tuned for more HP in many BMW models.

You can always remove it. After all, I can quit anytime if I want to, right?

 

Did you ever resolve this?

 

Latest is a buggy IOS Released Jan 7 2017

 

iOS app revision is still being tweaked. The updated version, at present, is only available for Android.

In other news the ELITE warranted unit was officially released today.

 

$899, seems like a good price. Any install instructions online or is it not a DIY?

 

PMed, but install instructions are on the product page on our website.

 

Thanks, now that you point it out pretty obvious being in RED. duh.


Who is buying this first? I can't talk myself into more power yet.

 

Not a happy camper here, I just 2 days ago, received my Dinan Sport.
Any chance you'll take it back for credit towards the Elite.

 

Contact whomever you bought it from and I am sure something can be worked out. Its recent so I doubt it will be a big deal.

 

Will the elite work on the uk cars?

 

Never been tested on a RHD car but I wouldnt see why not as the engine bay itself is the same (from what I see on the interwebs at least). The factory matching warranty is only a US/Canada feature though and does not apply internationally.