All COBB Tuning AccessPORT Flash for N54 335i Discussion Here

Ænema · 06-29-2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by clemsonkev

this doesn't sound good..... should I even re-install the map after getting the car back from BMW?

My plan was to re-install the protune map, drive it for a day or two, and then go by Bren Tuning to share the logs with him.

Like Vneblob said, you'll be ok. Just be sure to get Bren to look at it sooner rather than later. Your engine is in no danger but drivability may suffer and the car won't be fun to drive.

napeHbNYC · 06-29-2013, 08:30 PM

Hi, could anybody please check my log to see if all is good? I was trying to attach it and it fails to do that. Would anybody mind if I email to them? Thank you

Ænema · 06-29-2013, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by napeHbNYC

Hi, could anybody please check my log to see if all is good? I was trying to attach it and it fails to do that. Would anybody mind if I email to them? Thank you

Just create a zip folder and then move a copy of the log into the folder and then attach it.

JDrago1926 · 06-30-2013, 04:54 PM

When installing/switching maps should I buy a battery charger? My cobb comes in Tuesday and I can't seem to find a concrete answer if you should use the battery charger or not... If so, can anyone recommend a good one for $50?

boris · 06-30-2013, 05:12 PM

On my stage 1 map for like 2 weeks now. Everything is awesome. The power is nice, but what i love more is the smoothness.

Fun quick story: Battery fucking died while flashing! Talk about worst case scenario.

sickem · 06-30-2013, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by boris

On my stage 1 map for like 2 weeks now. Everything is awesome. The power is nice, but what i love more is the smoothness.

Fun quick story: Battery fucking died while flashing! Talk about worst case scenario.

man, that sucks. so does flashing/changing maps regularly, even with lights and other accessories turned off screw up one's battery?

foghat · 06-30-2013, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JDrago1926

When installing/switching maps should I buy a battery charger? My cobb comes in Tuesday and I can't seem to find a concrete answer if you should use the battery charger or not... If so, can anyone recommend a good one for $50?

Unless your battery is on its way out, you shouldn't need a charger. Especially just for switching maps.

I've installed and uninstalled mine twice now with no battery issues. Have done plenty of map changes as well.

I do make sure the AC fan is off as well as radio muted.

boris · 06-30-2013, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by sickem

man, that sucks. so does flashing/changing maps regularly, even with lights and other accessories turned off screw up one's battery?

Probably not. With my old STi... did a bunch of flashes and I only ever had one problem (with the prehistoric Cobb AP V1 before the new V2's came out).I think I was just a douchebag and left the car door open and interior lights were on.

Battery is probably not as strong as it used to be.

JDrago1926 · 06-30-2013, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by foghat

Unless your battery is on its way out, you shouldn't need a charger. Especially just for switching maps.

I've installed and uninstalled mine twice now with no battery issues. Have done plenty of map changes as well.

I do make sure the AC fan is off as well as radio muted.

Thanks man! I may just pick one up to be safe, it's kind of worth it to me anyways for $20-40....

sickem · 06-30-2013, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by boris

Probably not. With my old STi... did a bunch of flashes and I only ever had one problem (with the prehistoric Cobb AP V1 before the new V2's came out).I think I was just a douchebag and left the car door open and interior lights were on.

Battery is probably not as strong as it used to be.

LOL ok thanks

JDrago1926 · 06-30-2013, 07:42 PM

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Schumacher...arger/13005744

This should work for a charger correct? Also, what is the correct process of installing Cobb AP with the battery charger? Anyone have a guide/directions of what to do first and etc?

06-30-2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JDrago1926

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Schumacher...arger/13005744

This should work for a charger correct? Also, what is the correct process of installing Cobb AP with the battery charger? Anyone have a guide/directions of what to do first and etc?

lol What happens if there's inclement weather?!11!? Where do you...what do you wear?!?

Get one of these, hook the clamps up to the underhood posts, then read the Cobb manual for further install instructions; it's not rocket science:
http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender...battery+tender

JDrago1926 · 06-30-2013, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by FCobra94

lol What happens if there's inclement weather?!11!? Where do you...what do you wear?!?

Get one of these, hook the clamps up to the underhood posts, then read the Cobb manual for further install instructions; it's not rocket science:
http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender...battery+tender

Thank you! Where exactly does this plug into though?

Jeffman · 06-30-2013, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JDrago1926

When installing/switching maps should I buy a battery charger? My cobb comes in Tuesday and I can't seem to find a concrete answer if you should use the battery charger or not... If so, can anyone recommend a good one for $50?

I have not needed one yet, knock wood. Just keep accessories turned off and you should be fine for the 15-20 minute flash. Also wise to make sure the battery is fully charged by taking s good drive suitable to recharge the battery. Maybe 30 minutes or longer depending on how long the car has been sitting around.

napeHbNYC · 06-30-2013, 09:48 PM

Hey, guys, did a couple pulls in my car today, first one was fine, second one the car started to stater(hesitating), threw a check engine a was running very rough. After a few mins check engine went away and it started to run normal. I did not check the cel yet. Will do that tomorrow. But running stg 2+ aggressive with 7" fmic, DPs, afr intake. I know cel would be the first thing to check, but thought might get something before I check. I have plugs sitting on the shelf. Car has just under 20k miles. Thank you.

Ænema · 06-30-2013, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by napeHbNYC

Hey, guys, did a couple pulls in my car today, first one was fine, second one the car started to stater(hesitating), threw a check engine a was running very rough. After a few mins check engine went away and it started to run normal. I did not check the cel yet. Will do that tomorrow. But running stg 2+ aggressive with 7" fmic, DPs, afr intake. I know cel would be the first thing to check, but thought might get something before I check. I have plugs sitting on the shelf. Car has just under 20k miles. Thank you.

You have just experienced your first misfires lol
Give the official misfire sticky a read

JDrago1926 · 06-30-2013, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffman

I have not needed one yet, knock wood. Just keep accessories turned off and you should be fine for the 15-20 minute flash. Also wise to make sure the battery is fully charged by taking s good drive suitable to recharge the battery. Maybe 30 minutes or longer depending on how long the car has been sitting around.

I bought the Battery charger recommended above off eBay brand new for $24 shipped, can't beat that and better safe then sorry!

So I just hook up the charger then just follow the Cobb install, can't wait for all my stuff to come in!

Charger, Cobb AP and BMS DCI!

napeHbNYC · 06-30-2013, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Ænema

You have just experienced your first misfires lol
Give the official misfire sticky a read

Haha I guess the cristening took place

thank you!

Glowin · 07-02-2013, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JDrago1926

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Schumacher...arger/13005744

This should work for a charger correct? Also, what is the correct process of installing Cobb AP with the battery charger? Anyone have a guide/directions of what to do first and etc?

Be careful, because if you don't do things in the exact correct order, you'll risk blowing up your engine for sure. It's in the Cobb manual.

If you're not sure how to hook up a battery charger, are you sure you want to jump into tuning your car?

VNeBLOB42 · 07-02-2013, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by JDrago1926

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Schumacher...arger/13005744

This should work for a charger correct? Also, what is the correct process of installing Cobb AP with the battery charger? Anyone have a guide/directions of what to do first and etc?

JDrago1926 · 07-02-2013, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Glowin

Be careful, because if you don't do things in the exact correct order, you'll risk blowing up your engine for sure. It's in the Cobb manual.

If you're not sure how to hook up a battery charger, are you sure you want to jump into tuning your car?

I'm tuning as we speak, pretty sure it's working normal and fine. I'm not dumb, just rather be safe then sorry... everyone starts somewhere..

Update: I got misfire cylinder 3 and cylinder 6... Gonna change plugs tomorrow

sickem · 07-05-2013, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by clemsonkev

Just got car back from BMW..... about to reinstall Cobb and the custom file from Bren Tuning.

I thought I was getting new turbos among other things; here is what my service slip states:

INSTALLED 2 ACTUATORS; 2 LOCKING RINGS; 4 GASKETS; 2 CLAMPS; 4 COLLAR NUTS. TECH REPLACED BOTH TURBOCHARGER WASTEGATES AND PERFORMED CALIBRATION AS NEEDED.

So did I get new turbos?

Sounds to me like they just rebuilt your snails man

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napeHbNYC Major 251 Rep 1,003 Posts Drives: 2007 e60 550i RWD 6MT Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: NY,NY iTrader: (7)	Hey, guys, did a couple pulls in my car today, first one was fine, second one the car started to stater(hesitating), threw a check engine a was running very rough. After a few mins check engine went away and it started to run normal. I did not check the cel yet. Will do that tomorrow. But running stg 2+ aggressive with 7" fmic, DPs, afr intake. I know cel would be the first thing to check, but thought might get something before I check. I have plugs sitting on the shelf. Car has just under 20k miles. Thank you.
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