JB3 1.3 PNP?

mason35 · 06-06-2009, 12:44 AM

is the JB3 1.3 PNP invisible when you take it in for service if they run the car for codes? or does it need to be taken off every time and clear the codes?
thanks

Turkishexpress · 06-06-2009, 01:33 AM

You should always take off the piggyback. No need to risk your warranty.

Louie A · 06-06-2009, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mason35

is the JB3 1.3 PNP invisible when you take it in for service if they run the car for codes? or does it need to be taken off every time and clear the codes?
thanks

I had the same question a while back. See thread below:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ight=mod+radar

xsb00st · 06-06-2009, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by coldasicex5

I threw a code at a high map once and got it cleared.. if ur running low maps, the invisibility is great.. A BT scanner is a must have for this or any tune

What code did you throw and what map were you on?

5soko · 06-06-2009, 02:36 AM

Run maps 0-5 to not throw codes and be invisible.. Anything higher are the agressive and race maps which MIGHT throw codes and are suppose to be used with the BT cable to read/clear codes.

PnP makes the install/removal pretty simple. I only usually take mine out if there is a problem and not for routine service or someting that is not related to the engine/tranny.

Drakos · 06-06-2009, 12:08 PM

My buddy is a SA at a local Bimmer dealership and he told me that techs will never go into the ecu unless there is a problem. All they do for a routine maintenance is an oil change and a quick diagnostic. Regardless if you run map 3 or map 8, I would highly recommend anyone running a tune to invest in the BT scan tool. It does a lot more than just erase codes. I have a couple of buddies that leave their JB in their cars and run a BT prior to service. Never any issues. They change their JB3 to map 0 prior to service.

Jimspeed · 06-06-2009, 02:36 PM

take it off..

i've got it down to about 20 mins for removal. It's pretty simple once you understand it all.

It's worth the 20 minutes for piece of mind

645Nm · 06-06-2009, 05:24 PM

Take it off. Clear codes if any. Take in for service. Put back on after service. Kick some butt! Don't risk it by keeping JB3 on the car for a service.

It gets easier to put in and take off including all the covers after some practice. See general guide:

gt3fever · 06-06-2009, 08:00 PM

remove the tune +1

not worthy to risky

lawdude · 06-06-2009, 09:51 PM

Leave it on; let us know if they find it.

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5soko Brigadier General 350 Rep 4,633 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (4)	Run maps 0-5 to not throw codes and be invisible.. Anything higher are the agressive and race maps which MIGHT throw codes and are suppose to be used with the BT cable to read/clear codes. PnP makes the install/removal pretty simple. I only usually take mine out if there is a problem and not for routine service or someting that is not related to the engine/tranny.
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Drakos Lieutenant 68 Rep 534 Posts Drives: 2022 G42 M240i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (1)	My buddy is a SA at a local Bimmer dealership and he told me that techs will never go into the ecu unless there is a problem. All they do for a routine maintenance is an oil change and a quick diagnostic. Regardless if you run map 3 or map 8, I would highly recommend anyone running a tune to invest in the BT scan tool. It does a lot more than just erase codes. I have a couple of buddies that leave their JB in their cars and run a BT prior to service. Never any issues. They change their JB3 to map 0 prior to service.
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Jimspeed Private First Class 3 Rep 177 Posts Drives: 08 335i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MD iTrader: (1)	take it off.. i've got it down to about 20 mins for removal. It's pretty simple once you understand it all. It's worth the 20 minutes for piece of mind
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lawdude Colonel 95 Rep 2,339 Posts Drives: 335i ZPP ZSP TiAg MT Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Georgia iTrader: (1)	Leave it on; let us know if they find it. __________________ What do I know? I'm insane.
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