JB+ Code Question

jayely1 · 08-21-2010, 05:01 AM

I was considering getting the jb+ and just leaving it on the default setting so I don't have to buy the BT tool. I was just wondering if anyone has throw a code staying on the default setting. I remember reading one person did, I don't know if that was just a fluke. I know it would be smart just to the the tool...But I would rather just not do it at all If I have to spend $300+ for everything. Thanks guys

caradd · 08-21-2010, 12:03 PM

I've had a jb+ for a month or so no codes thrown. Run it at 50%, 80% and 100%

02themax · 08-21-2010, 12:26 PM

There's always a chance of throwing a code but in all honesty the chances are REALLY low. At 75% you won't throw a code at 85% to 100% you have a very small chance but you might. I threw 2 codes at 100% then backed it off to 85% and have been fine since. $300 is cheap for the gain you will get plus you have peace of mind to clear codes IF you throw any which I doubt.

kpxshorty · 08-21-2010, 12:31 PM

i had jb+ runing @ 75%. no code. no shadow code.

WilliamE92 · 08-21-2010, 05:01 PM

Hate to rain on the parade but I've thrown a code at default and at 75% after about a month running each.

02themax · 08-21-2010, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by WilliamE92

Hate to rain on the parade but I've thrown a code at default and at 75% after about a month running each.

Couldn't have been tune related at 50%... What codes were they?

chumley · 08-21-2010, 05:27 PM

50%-80% at various time for 8 months with no codes. If you can stand to leave well enough alone, JB+ @ 50% is EXACTLY how I would have imagined the car could have been from the factory. Once you start turning up the juice, the car looses a bit of that linear smoothness. I'm running at around 80%? now with the by-pass and it feels really strong but definitely not stock.

Bottom line - leave it at 50% and you'll be fine. Turn it up and you'll need the BT. I think the BT is worthwhile anyway to be honest. There's alot you can do with it and if you plan on keeping the car a while it will pay for itself many times over.

PeteW84 · 08-21-2010, 05:38 PM

I've been runing the jb+ @100% since day one, over a year now without a single code.

jayely1 · 08-22-2010, 02:15 AM

Good info, thanks guys.

Still don't get how Williame92 threw a code at default, unless it was unrelated?
More info please...

How do you guys like it at the default setting?? Big difference? or just noticeable, thanks again!!

jayely1 · 08-22-2010, 01:58 PM

bump pretty please.

Mike@N54Tuning.com · 08-22-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jayely1

I was considering getting the jb+ and just leaving it on the default setting so I don't have to buy the BT tool. I was just wondering if anyone has throw a code staying on the default setting. I remember reading one person did, I don't know if that was just a fluke. I know it would be smart just to the the tool...But I would rather just not do it at all If I have to spend $300+ for everything. Thanks guys

The JB+ at default is pretty safe, but if you're really worried wait a few weeks for the BMS CAN tool. It will be packaged with JB+s.

Mike

WilliamE92 · 08-22-2010, 03:57 PM

Threw a 2D18 at default setting, definitely tune related. Default setting w/o solenoid bypass.

It was in the winter months though, and I've been running at 75% with the bypass all summer with no issues.

jayely1 · 08-22-2010, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike@N54Tuning.com

The JB+ at default is pretty safe, but if you're really worried wait a few weeks for the BMS CAN tool. It will be packaged with JB+s.

Mike

Probably over my limit! how much will those be? Thanks

08-21-2010, 05:01 AM	#1
jayely1 Colonel 235 Rep 2,079 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Mexico/Illinois iTrader: (1)	JB+ Code Question I was considering getting the jb+ and just leaving it on the default setting so I don't have to buy the BT tool. I was just wondering if anyone has throw a code staying on the default setting. I remember reading one person did, I don't know if that was just a fluke. I know it would be smart just to the the tool...But I would rather just not do it at all If I have to spend $300+ for everything. Thanks guys
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08-21-2010, 12:03 PM	#2
caradd () () 10 Rep 436 Posts Drives: 2007 e92 335i 6mt Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Here iTrader: (3)	I've had a jb+ for a month or so no codes thrown. Run it at 50%, 80% and 100% __________________
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08-21-2010, 12:26 PM	#3
02themax Captain 28 Rep 946 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Calgary, AB iTrader: (6)	There's always a chance of throwing a code but in all honesty the chances are REALLY low. At 75% you won't throw a code at 85% to 100% you have a very small chance but you might. I threw 2 codes at 100% then backed it off to 85% and have been fine since. $300 is cheap for the gain you will get plus you have peace of mind to clear codes IF you throw any which I doubt. __________________ E90 335i Sport Package - Logic 7 Sound w/ipod - Bluetooth - Comfort Access - PDC - 19" M3 Reps 275/30 235/35 - Blacklines - 10mil spacers rear, 5mil spacers front - BMW Alarm
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08-21-2010, 12:31 PM	#4
kpxshorty Captain 37 Rep 662 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 335i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Torrance iTrader: (7)	i had jb+ runing @ 75%. no code. no shadow code.
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08-21-2010, 05:01 PM	#5
WilliamE92 First Lieutenant 23 Rep 318 Posts Drives: 2013 EB F30 335 MT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: CA iTrader: (1)	Hate to rain on the parade but I've thrown a code at default and at 75% after about a month running each.
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08-21-2010, 05:27 PM	#7
chumley Captain 51 Rep 776 Posts Drives: 2009 335 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Naples, FL iTrader: (1)	50%-80% at various time for 8 months with no codes. If you can stand to leave well enough alone, JB+ @ 50% is EXACTLY how I would have imagined the car could have been from the factory. Once you start turning up the juice, the car looses a bit of that linear smoothness. I'm running at around 80%? now with the by-pass and it feels really strong but definitely not stock. Bottom line - leave it at 50% and you'll be fine. Turn it up and you'll need the BT. I think the BT is worthwhile anyway to be honest. There's alot you can do with it and if you plan on keeping the car a while it will pay for itself many times over.
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08-21-2010, 05:38 PM	#8
PeteW84 COBB'ed 67 Rep 2,228 Posts Drives: 13 Mini Cooper S Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tinley Park, IL iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 335i [7.56]	I've been runing the jb+ @100% since day one, over a year now without a single code. __________________ 13 Mini Cooper S 08 E92 335i (SOLD)
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08-22-2010, 02:15 AM	#9
jayely1 Colonel 235 Rep 2,079 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Mexico/Illinois iTrader: (1)	Good info, thanks guys. Still don't get how Williame92 threw a code at default, unless it was unrelated? More info please... How do you guys like it at the default setting?? Big difference? or just noticeable, thanks again!!
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08-22-2010, 01:58 PM	#10
jayely1 Colonel 235 Rep 2,079 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Mexico/Illinois iTrader: (1)	bump pretty please.
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08-22-2010, 03:57 PM	#12
WilliamE92 First Lieutenant 23 Rep 318 Posts Drives: 2013 EB F30 335 MT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: CA iTrader: (1)	Threw a 2D18 at default setting, definitely tune related. Default setting w/o solenoid bypass. It was in the winter months though, and I've been running at 75% with the bypass all summer with no issues.
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