hey guys need help in limp mode
07-26-2007, 02:10 AM
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I would start with general maintenance first and then go from there. you're over due on the fuel filter 2 times over (canister on the drivers side next to the rubber hoses in the intercooler area). If the previous owner never changed spark plugs then you're over due as well.
Jon
07-26-2007, 07:29 PM
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maybe get your car scanned with a scan tool; the CELS may be real CELS and not your car fluctuating through your UTECs different stages....I had problems with my UTEC, not the same as yours, but pulling the codes helped decipher what was wrong with the car
I'm not too sure how upgrading the software on WRX's work, but for some apparent reason TurboXS gave (3) different files too choose from when upgrading the STI's software.
I uploaded the first file: fried cylinders 2&3 coilpacks, fouled both the plugs, the data logger would go haywire <sp?> and obviously the car would run hideously. <BTW, scanning the CELS helped me figure out that cylinders 2&3 were misfiring and in turn the fried coilpacks> So I replaced the coilpacks, plugs, etc.
Taking a chance <do this at your own risk, because I was about to toss the UTEC> I uploaded the second file and guess what BUTTER! Everything worked perfect, cycled through all stages: Stock, Stage 1, Stage 2, Valet, etc and everything went fine.......squeezzed a$$ the whole time, but everything seem to work out
Just remember when upgrading your software to save all your stored maps prior to installation and to reinstall again your new maps from the upgraded version of software....if you are unsure of anything I highly recommend giving TurboXS a call and letting them guide you through the process
you don't want to end up like me.......sorry for the long post, but hope it helps
Mike
I'm not too sure how upgrading the software on WRX's work, but for some apparent reason TurboXS gave (3) different files too choose from when upgrading the STI's software.
I uploaded the first file: fried cylinders 2&3 coilpacks, fouled both the plugs, the data logger would go haywire <sp?> and obviously the car would run hideously. <BTW, scanning the CELS helped me figure out that cylinders 2&3 were misfiring and in turn the fried coilpacks> So I replaced the coilpacks, plugs, etc.
Taking a chance <do this at your own risk, because I was about to toss the UTEC> I uploaded the second file and guess what BUTTER! Everything worked perfect, cycled through all stages: Stock, Stage 1, Stage 2, Valet, etc and everything went fine.......squeezzed a$$ the whole time, but everything seem to work out
Just remember when upgrading your software to save all your stored maps prior to installation and to reinstall again your new maps from the upgraded version of software....if you are unsure of anything I highly recommend giving TurboXS a call and letting them guide you through the process
you don't want to end up like me.......sorry for the long post, but hope it helps
Mike
08-07-2007, 01:49 AM
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i'm guessing your still having trouble? if you made absolutely sure that all your hoses are on tight then who knows. you could see if anyone would let you borrow their stock bpv but idk too many ppl there. it's possible that its leaking. just gotta start on one side and go to the other looking for things that might be loose. GL
08-07-2007, 01:55 AM
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btw some of my hoses like connecting to the T/Y parts leak when i did my PSI test... but when i start up car and let it idle the leaks go away.. i tryed everything to plug it but no work.. bought all new T/Y connecters and stronger tighter tubes
08-08-2007, 06:05 PM
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k i pluged in back my UTEC since i know that wasn't the problem... now im back to stage 2 with who knows how much boost... still gonna check hoses and such... car to loud to hear any leaks when idling though haha.. and the pressure tester is a pain..
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