What's the easiest way to see if the dealer flashed over my Dinan software?

[crzy4135i]

What's the easiest way to see if the dealer flashed over my Dinan software?

I recall there's a way to see which bmw software version you have but I'm not sure what I had before. My car feels slow after scheduled maintenance. It could be in my mind but I know it would break the tires loose before. Thanks!

[ridin135]

step on the gas pedal. If you have a boost gauge you could just look at that other than that not sure how to check unless you have a bav scan tool.

[ILMOSTRO]

I'm running Dinan Stage 2 software. I had the bank 2 turbo charger replaced due to a wastegate actuation issue. When I picked up the car it felt slower. Like it was revving hard but didn't have that hard push into the seat I fell in love with. I asked my service advisor if they wiped out the software and they hadn't. It hasn't felt the same since but what can I do, they say it's still loaded. Something is wrong.

[rsjean]

Originally Posted by crzy4135i

What's the easiest way to see if the dealer flashed over my Dinan software?

I recall there's a way to see which bmw software version you have but I'm not sure what I had before. My car feels slow after scheduled maintenance. It could be in my mind but I know it would break the tires loose before. Thanks!

Is the Dinan dealer local? Actually alomost any Dinan dealer will check for you.

[Irishace]

What the first poster said, you really need a boost gauge if you are running a tune that does not have data logging capabilities. I would suggest getting one.

[Cuz5150]

Get on the highway, cruz at 80mph and drop the hammer............you should know if Dinan gives you a kick in the pants....mmk

[BahamaBart]

Originally Posted by Cuz5150

Get on the highway, cruz at 80mph and drop the hammer............you should know if Dinan gives you a kick in the pants....mmk

Exactly, you should "know"! It should be a night and day difference.

[jojo135]

Originally Posted by BR3CK

I'm running Dinan Stage 2 software. I had the bank 2 turbo charger replaced due to a wastegate actuation issue. When I picked up the car it felt slower. Like it was revving hard but didn't have that hard push into the seat I fell in love with. I asked my service advisor if they wiped out the software and they hadn't. It hasn't felt the same since but what can I do, they say it's still loaded. Something is wrong.

Did Dinan change out the turbo or BMW? Also, was this a warranty claim because I didn't think BMW would change out a turbo on a tuned car? If Dinan replaced it, they should for sure know.

[crzy4135i]

Originally Posted by rsjean

Is the Dinan dealer local? Actually alomost any Dinan dealer will check for you.

The bmw dealership is my local dinan distributor.

I have an old boost gauge. I'll see if I can find some instructions on where people tap them in and install it temporarily. I know the car doesn't have the same hp as before.. I found myself "pumping" the gas pedal recently. Thanks guys.

[ridin135]

Originally Posted by crzy4135i

The bmw dealership is my local dinan distributor.

I have an old boost gauge. I'll see if I can find some instructions on where people tap them in and install it temporarily. I know the car doesn't have the same hp as before.. I found myself "pumping" the gas pedal recently. Thanks guys.

you can tee off of the vaccum hoses that go to the top of the diverter valves.

[crzy4135i]

Originally Posted by ridin135

you can tee off of the vaccum hoses that go to the top of the diverter valves.

Oh, that will be easy. Thanks!

[ILMOSTRO]

Originally Posted by jojo135

Did Dinan change out the turbo or BMW? Also, was this a warranty claim because I didn't think BMW would change out a turbo on a tuned car? If Dinan replaced it, they should for sure know.

BMW of San Diego is my dealer for the car and Dinan. They didn't charge me a penny. I'm not sure if they billed Dinan but there was no arguments that came my way regarding who's at fault or who's paying for it. I think this is what you're asking. Right? On the other hand, it took there techs 11 days to find the problem and replace the parts. And like I said, it never felt the same. It's definitely faster than stock but not as powerful as before the turbo was replaced.

Go figure.