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ConsiderationsFull Warranty< Same Unit / Separate Tune >< BMS >< < Similar Wiring Layout > >
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DifferentiatorsConnects to ECU DirectlyConnects to MAF SensorConnects to MAF SensorLooks like same unit? No RPM AccessConnects to CANbus < Same Installation Instructions >
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F80/82 PiggybacksDinan DINANTRONICSDTE Chiptuning (car warranty)ESS S55 E-tronic TunerVelosBMS Stage 1BMS JB4 S55 BetaVivid Racing/VR TunedActive Autowerke Active-8Turner Motorsport + Throttle ControllerTuning Tech Frank Smith
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Price$2,499€999$995$995$379$799$900$995$1,495$995
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Imagehttp://www.dinancars.com/webresources/images/products/061d2572853330da765cb9213490872b.jpghttp://www.dieseltorque.co.za/eng/chiptuning-products/new-performance-pack-by-dte.htmlhttp://www.esstuning.com/product_images/t/320/CCC_9791__39090_zoom.jpghttp://velosdesignwerks.com/product/velos-f8x-m3-m4-personal-tuner-performance-software/#http://burgertuning.com/images/BMS_Stage_1_BMW_Performance_Chip_Tuner.jpghttp://www.burgertuning.com/images/bmw_tuner_JB4_F80_M3_S55_performance_chip.jpghttp://www.vividracing.com/catalog/wm.php/images/VRT-TUNBOX-GEN-3.JPGhttp://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0578/5357/products/IMG_0151-edit-derezed.jpghttp://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/tms_chips/software-TPM-S55-F80-M3-F82-M4-Turner-Performance-Module-kit-1.jpghttp://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f201/TTFS301/2a0jple-1-2_zpsebf060bf.jpg
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Websitehttp://www.dinancars.com/product/d440-1607-st1-d-tronics-performance-tuner-stage-1-for-bmw-f80-m3/?series=M-series&mid=1178/http://www.chiptuning.com/eng/shop/detail.html?manu=BMW&model=4%20Series%20(F32,%20F33,%20F36,%20F82,%20F83)%20(2013-...)&motor=M4%203.0%20431%20PS%20man.http://www.esstuning.com/products/S55-E%252dTronic-Tuner-.htmlhttp://velosdesignwerks.com/product/velos-f8x-m3-m4-personal-tuner-performance-software/http://burgertuning.com/M3_M4_stage_1_BMW_performance_tuner.htmlhttp://www.burgertuning.com/M3_M4_S55_JB4_BMW_performance_tuner.htmlhttp://www.vividracing.com/catalog/vr-tuned-ecu-tuning-box-kit-bmw-m3-m4-f80-f82-30l-tt-80hp-gain-p-150883272.htmlhttp://store.activeautowerke.com/products/f80-m3-f82-m4-active-8-tunehttp://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-201483-f80-m3-f82-m4-turner-performance-tuning-module.aspxhttp://www.tuningtechfs.com/m-series.html
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Claimed Gains on Stock42hp @ 6000 RPM 37ft-lbs @ 6000 RPM running 93 octane

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1036115		Stage: +90HP / +90 NM Stage 1: + 60-70 CHP (not WHP) / 60-70 TQ over stock depending on fuel quality. Testing was done on a 100% stock M4 running 91 octane.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1046287&highlight=ESS		66 WHP 71 ft-lbsStage 1: 40 WHP 40 WTQ across the power bandStage 1: 40 WHP 40 WTQ across the power band
Other Stages: much more possible		81 HP 81 ft-lbs (80 BHP 110 N-m)75 WHP 68 ft-lbs60hp @ 6650 RPM 75ft-lbs @ 6500 RPM
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Claimed Dynohttp://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1091771&d=1410892628http://www.chiptuning.com/fileadmin/php-scripts/new-configurator/diagram.php?did=9980http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u233/rom3n/E-TronicS55_zps058d9ea3.jpghttp://velosdesignwerks.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/VelosF8XStockvsTunedstkexhaust.pnghttp://www.burgertuning.com/images/s55_stage1.jpghttp://www.burgertuning.com/images/s55_stage1.jpghttp://www.vividracing.com/catalog/wm.php/images/vrt-m3-m4-dyno.jpghttps://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0578/5357/files/DCT_20car_Grahps_20F80_20M3-page-001_1024x1024.jpg?1904http://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/projectcars/f80m3/f80_m3_dyno_run_turner_bmw_parts_performance_perfomance_module.jpghttp://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1088347
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Customer Dynohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P7cHBAnEgYhttp://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1069270&highlight=ecu+locatedhttp://www.theperformancecentre.co.uk/#!f80-m3/c10lr
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WarrantyDevice & full (not factory) car warranty up to 4-years1 year on car up to 10,000, 2 year warranty on device2 year warranty on device?1 year warranty on device1 year warranty on device3 year warranty on device30 day return policy, 2-year warranty??
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Installation90 minutes at any of the 180+ Dinan® Dealers. While firmware is loaded directly on the ECU, the model specific software will need to be downloaded into the ECU by an authorized Dinan dealer after installation. 30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home30-45 minutes at home
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Installation Instructionshttp://www.dinancars.com/webresources/files/INS440-0027%20Harness%20Kit%20M3%20M4%20ORANGE.pdfhttps://www.dropbox.com/s/p2bbzk5p9v1xoj1/ESS%20F8XM3-M4%20E-tronic%20Installation%20Manual.pdf?dl=0-http://burgertuning.com/instructions/s55_jb4_install.pdfhttp://burgertuning.com/instructions/s55_jb4_install.pdfhttp://www.vrtuned.com/tuning/vr-tuned-tuning-box-instructions-ecu-tune-bmw-m3-m4-2014/http://images.activeautowerke.com/Installation%20PDF%27s/Active8-Module-S55-F80M4M3.pdfhttp://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-201483-f80-m3-f82-m4-turner-performance-tuning-module.aspx
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Access NotesConnects directly to ECU not sensors.

“To that end the Dinan performance tuner is capable of interfacing with the CAN and FlexRay communication systems which allow for controlling powertrain functions, among others.”		CAM, MAP, MAF, RPM.

CAM, MAP, MAF, RPM.

“Correct there is no cutting into CAN BUS with our system. Our controller can access RPM, MAF, Boost and Map data without it.”		-http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1088789

Stage 1 DOES NOT have CANbus access and thus does not include the datalogging, map switching, and other features found on our S55 JB4 tune. 		http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1088789

Requires trivial splicing to CANbus with included posi-tap connectors.		3 connections: boost pressure sensor, manifold air pressure and the camshaft sensor.3 connections: boost pressure sensor, manifold air pressure and the camshaft sensor.3 connections: boost pressure sensor, manifold air pressure and the camshaft sensor.3 connections: boost pressure sensor, manifold air pressure and the camshaft sensor.
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MapsThreeThree, plus +/- settings for each mapThree, described below.?One: equivalent to Stage 1 on JB4EightDial settings to allow small adjustments to the power setting so the box can work correctly in different climate conditions and on different quality fuel.Nine?Stage one has 9 different map setting which are custom configured before shipped out. Generally two maps are set up one for 91 octane and one for 93 for the stage one.
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Connectors2 (direct to ECU) + 1 10 + 1 to device + 2 power leads10 + 1 to device + 2 power leadsUnknown but looks like same unit4 + 1 to device10 + 1 to device + 2 leads to CANbus6 + 1 to device6 + 1 to device6 + 1 to device6 + 1 to device
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MAP/MPSYesYes (called boost pressure sensor 1)Yes (called boost pressure sensor 1)YesYesYesYesYesYesYes
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TMAPYesYes (called boost pressure sensor 2)Yes (called boost pressure sensor 2)YesYesYesYesYesYesYes
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MAFYesYes (called air flow meter 1 and 2)Yes (called air flow meter 1 and 2)NoNoNo, signal altered via CANbusNoNoNoNo
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RPM/CAM AngleYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesYesYes
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Fuel MassYesNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
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CANbusYesNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
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EWGYesNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
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RS232/USBUpgrade through dealerYesYesNoNoYesNoNoNoNo
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Throttle Control DeviceNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoYesNo
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Vallet ModeNoYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYes
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Emissions50-state legalRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace onlyRace only
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Website ContentsThe DINANTRONICS™ Performance Tuner uniquely has the capability to adjust target Lambda, correct short term trim as well as ignition timing errors induced by raising boost pressure. This enables Dinan calibration engineers to optimize air/fuel mixture and ignition timing at elevated boost pressure throughout the entire gamut of engine RPM and engine load. Additionally, the ability to correct short term trim corrections (the difference between target and scheduled fuel mixture) remain within OEM specifications. This minimizes knock sensor activity, which in turn means smooth engine performance, catalyst protection and power increase, while this is also required to make the car emissions legal.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYo0RvhLpzU

“It’s not just about the ultimate numbers, you don’t want the car to run erratic. For example if you raise the boost too much on the M3 and you change gears, there’s a load spike and the knock sensor goes off and the cars falls on its face and then it picks back up again once the detonation goes away and you shift again and it falls on its face again and you lose as much time when it falling on its face as you gain by running the extra boost in between so the car doesn’t really accelerate any faster. You can certainly put it on a chassis dynamometer and you can measure a higher power number but the car doesn’t actually go as fast...So if we have to give up 5 or 10 hp to make the car run better we’ll do it all day long.”		All highlights at a glance:

The integrated high-performance processor references the data received from the engine against the stored variable tables to make constant adjustments automatic.

Remote Management * Keypad displays the current selected program and power level. With the onboard controls you can switch between maps and your system can be fine-tuned Individually.

The glass-fiber reinforced housing meets all of our customer requirements for a robust, long-lasting product providing continuous power and is Suitable for use in extreme temperature ranges.

A heat-resistant circuitry Ensures a particularly high wear resistance and the Best Possible surface quality.

An intelligent thermal management Ensures long-term durability and low chip Temperatures by Optimising the heat dissipation properties.

Made in Germany we at DTE Systems Continuously improve our own high standards of quality. All of our products are premium quality OEM Supplied to matching the ever-increasing technical complexity of modern engines.

* Not in combination with TÜV		ESS E-tronic provides safe, simple to add power to the already potent F8X M series.

Maps: Full torque which runs max boost early on. Standard power which runs max boost only after 4k RPM's and linear which gradually increases boost starting at 2K RPM's. Linear and standard help the car hold traction at lower RPM's as full boost is not released early on and full power / torque is for customers who are not concerned with traction.		The F8X M3 & M4 is delivered with an impressive 450hp and 450 lb ft of torque. After countless hours of R&D it is clear the S55 motor is underrated from BMW with plenty of potential left on the table.

The Velos Personal Tuner will boost your M3 or M4’s performance by an impressive 66hp and over 70lb ft of torque. Unlike many other packages on the market the Velos Personal Tuner requires no cutting and the simple install can be done in 30 minutes. Benefits include improved power throughout the entire rpm band, sportier throttle response, smooth power delivery, as well as an improvement in MPG. With our preset calibrations the power deliver to 3500 rpm is smooth so traction is still possible with a gradual increase that will unleash your M’s true potential to the 7500 redline, providing you with useful power in an RPM range where the vehicle will spend the majority of its time. Optimized for vehicles using gasoline with an average octane rating of 90-93 peak gains are realized at 5400 rpm.

The Velos Personal Tuner for the F80, F82, and F83 platform is engineered with a multi channel controller that uses RPM based integration which enables our team to provide a refined power curve much higher than that of the factory. With an M our engineers felt it was necessary to maintain the factory like characteristics even when increasing the vehicles HP&TQ output over 15%. All of this is accomplished well within factory safety parameters making this upgrade a must for the enthusiasts looking to maximize their M’s performance without any compromise.+66 HP		Our entry level S55 tune safely boosts power and torque from 40-50whp with two easy to install & remove plug and play connections. This tune is equivalent to the S55 JB4 when run in "Stage1" mode. It's a single map install and enjoy tune that delivers smooth and reliable performance. Note the Stage1 DOES NOT have CANbus and thus does not include the datalogging, map switching, and other features found on our S55 JB4 tune. The Stage1 can not be upgraded to a JB4.The ultimate tune for your S55 powered vehicle, the JB4 allows you to go from factory stock to full race, and everywhere in between, with the push of a button on your steering wheel.

Map 0: Disable JB4 / Full Pass Through Mode
Map 1: Stage1 map adding approximately 40whp and 40wtq across the power band on pump gas. Suitable for all stages and fuel mixtures.
Map 2: Slightly more aggressive version of map 1 intended for vehicles with exhaust modifications and 93+ octane fuel. Can also be used with E85 and racing fuel mixtures.
Map 3: Slightly less aggressive version of map 1 intended for vehicles running on lower grade fuels such as 91 octane.
Map 4: OEM performance but with JB4 active for diagnostics only.
Map 5: //M low torque / linear throttle map.
Map 6: Custom tuning map.
Map 7: Race gas map. Requires 100 octane unleaded fuel and for the fuel mass connector to be installed. This map can also be used with up to 35% E85. 		Engineered for boosted cars, these vehicle specific plug and play kits are designed to easily be installed and uninstalled as needed. The harnesses feature OEM plugs that attach to necessary sensors where the pre-mapped tuning box gives your vehicle huge amount of performance gains.

Altering sensors related to fuel, timing, and boost, the car is still very safe and reliable as it maintains factory knock control. Each Tuning Box Kit has been engineered and tested to work in even the most extreme environments of altitude, temperature, and driving conditions. If you have any questions in regards to the VR Tuned ECU Tuning Box Kit for the BMW F Series M3 M4, please contact one of our Performance Specialists.		Active Autowerke has been in the business of BMW performance for over 30 years. One of our specialties includes developing BMW software that brings your BMW’s performance to new heights. We are happy to introduce our newest addition to our BMW software line-up, the Active-8 Tuning Module. With this direct plug-in BMW performance part, you can expect to experience 75+WHP gains and 68+ft-lbs of torque.This Performance Module is a direct plug in to the existing engine harness for a factory appearance and fitment and an instant 60hp gain @ 6650 RPM and 75ft-lbs of torque at 6500 RPM.

All of the factory safeguards remain in place, including overload protection and warm-up protocols to preserve longevity and factory drive-ability. One of the key advantages of this type of system is that it is unaffected by factory BMW updates and service. If BMW updates the computer software to fix any small bugs or issues, the Turner performance upgrade is not lost or overwritten. This is key on new models because BMW is constantly releasing small software updates. All of the factory diagnostics and service access is retained. A valet connector is included and installs in minutes to bypass the performance module and revert the car to factory settings. This upgrade was developed, tested, and dyno proven for all 2014, 2015 and newer BMWs with the S55 engine.

The throttle boost module is also included and has three settings for throttle sensitivity. Choose a stock setting for the original calibration, Sport (40% faster response), or Race (75% faster response). The module simply plugs in to the throttle pedal and sends modified signals to the ECU. Settings are changed via a remotely-located button. This throttle enhancement is included in the engine Performance Module but not required for its installation or operation.
The Race Pack Pro Stage One is our simple plug and play unit that allows you to get reliable consistent safe horsepower with out having to cut or splice into any of the wiring harnesses in the vehicle. It comes in a weather resistant box and and has all weather proof connecters. The box is designed to handle the rigorous environment of the engine compartment which heat cycles and gets damp ect. The TTFS Race Pack Pro Stage One also has integrated mounting tabs and comes with a billet bracket so that it can be securely mounted in the engine compartment. The wiring harness is a custom fit and plugs in as well as has all the provisions as the factory does to accept all factory mounting brackets. It also comes with a bypass harness which allows you to unplug the piggy back and insert this plug and your back to the stock configuration. Stage one has 9 different map setting which are custom configured before shipped out. Generally two maps are set up one for 91 octane and one for 93 for the stage one. The TTFS Race Pack Pro Stage One does not manipulate fuel pressure or knock control hence leaving all the factory safety feature in place for engine protection. Bottom line simple install that makes great power without the need to mess with anything.

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Unlike other...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwKuXK0awB4

“The problem with most piggyback boxes on the market is that all they do is raise the boost, by either modifying the manifold pressure sensor or the air mass meter but they don’t go in and correct for these variances in fuel mixture and emission timing. They rely on the knock sensor of the engine to do this correction for them. And then the engine doesn’t run as smooth as it could, and doesn’t make as much power as it can, and the catalytic converter temperature is higher than it should be. So at Dinan, we modify a lot more signals, if you look at our wiring harness here, and you look at most aftermarket controllers, there’s just a few cables coming out, but we run 54 plug connectors, 4 of them, this is a V8 BMW, (inaudible) 216 wires for the box. This gives us to ability to process whatever we want to. And we modify the same manifold pressure sensor and the same air mass meter as everyone else to raise the boost but then we go on to on top of that to modify the waste gate signal to make sure it is in sync so we don’t get a fault, and then we also program the oxygen sensor signal to the engine as well as the fuel flow to the engine so the target fuel mixture is correct and the fuel flow is correct for the target mixture. This enables us to get much smoother performance and much better drivability…So you may not necessarily see the number on the dyno but when you drive the car on the street you’ll feel a lot better response from the car particularly during gear shifts or just part throttle drivability will be a lot better with our product because we spend all this extra time and research into it.”

Our numbers on a dyno may not be the max numbers out there but there is a reason. If we were to add that extra boost that other companies run, the engine will be into the knock control system so much that you can feel the correction it is making. In addition the other units on the market do not do fuel correction they rely on the O2 sensor and knock control system to drag the mixture to the correct level. The problem with this is when you change gears it takes some time for the factory ECU to determine what this correction is; resulting in a flat spot until it figures it out. This is what you were feeling. The Dinan ECU has advanced fuel control features that add fuel to the engine so we are not relying on the factory ECU to compensate for the lack of fuel. We also have a feature that adds fuel only during gear changes to quench detonation that occurs from the spike in load as a result of the gear change. The better fuel control provides dramatically better drivability. This higher level of tuning for the road and lack of pauses on gear changes make the Dinan car faster even if you measure a lower number on the dyno. Even if more boost is a little faster what good is it if the car has bad drivability."		Unlike other products on the market E-tronic is a sophisticated multi channel controller that has RPM and MAF integration. This provides for full control of boost at all RPM ranges and proper AFR calibrations without the need to splice into any factory wiring. OEM grade hardware is used to provide high quality, safe, reliable power with excellent driveability. Pre-set calibrations provide for a very simple installation without the need for setup or adjustments once installed. E-Tronic can be disabled or removed at anytime allowing customers to keep factory warranty.

Our CAM sensor integration allows us to setup options like our linear map which we can scale boost levels based on RPM's. I am also running the linear map in my personal car and I prefer it as it allows for better traction at lower RPM's and solid overall performance. It does give up a little power overall up top to our full power maps but I do not really notice it on anything but the dyno.

I have been running mine for awhile now and I have not been able to trip a CEL or have any performance issues. I have also not had any reports from my customers or dealers on issues. We do have MAF integration with our controller which can help provide additional fuel during throttle transition and keeps the system from exceeding max MAF values which if not done can cause issues. We also keep boost levels in a range that we have tested and feel confident that the vehicle can run via our piggyback with the amount of control we have so customers should not have performance issues or CEL's.		No cutting and reliable power across the entire RPM band. The Velos Personal Tuner is a complete Plug and Play multi controller with RPM Integration built in. This allows full control of boost by RPM. We have seen as much as a 45 rwhp difference above 6000 rpm when compared to other options on the market. As you can see in the dyno chart below the Velos Personal Tuner will deliver a smooth curve to red line.

This is where our product shines. Engineering this personal tuner to use RPM calibrated tuning allows for a smoother power curve that does not aggressively fall off towards red line.

This means there is no need to cut or splice into the factory BMW wiring loom (harness). The Velos Personal Tuner uses factory connectors to guarantee a sure connection without any issues. The unit can also be removed in a manner of minutes requiring at most a 10mm socket.

The build quality of the module and loom is of the highest quality and reliably. Our Personal Tuner uses factory connectors as well. This assist in ensuring no Check Engine Lights or other warning lights		The JB4 installs and removes easily and includes many unique features not found in any other tune including user adjustable 1st and 2nd gear boost limiting, map switching in dash, electronic wastegate control, ethanol fuel support, and built in advanced CANbus based diagnostic tools.Unlike other "piggyback" solutions, these use high quality connections, wires, and casing that are designed to be engine mounted for longevity to the elements. The actual tuning box is housed in a aluminum casing that is weatherproof. These factory plug and play harnesses allow you to remove the kit as needed for warranty purposes.What puts Active Autowerke ahead of the competition?

Rest assured when you choose Active Autowerke, you are getting a 30+ year of experience guarantee. Our software engineer Karl Hugh has been playing with power for as long as he can remember and only develops the best in BMW software. The price is hard to beat as well. Here at Active Autowerke, our mission is to get every BMW owner to start playing with power. That is why we are introducing our Active-8 Tuning Module at a reasonable price.		Turner's M3/M4 upgrade solution is a tuning module that plugs in ahead of the engine computer on the wiring harness. It's not the run-of-the-mill 'piggy-back' style upgrades you find for less. Inside our module is a sophisticated control unit that is designed to complement and work with the factory ECUs. The maps and algorithms within the control unit have been optimized for the S55 engine, sending revised fuel and ignition parameters to the stock ECUs to control boost depending on load, engine speed, and other factors. Our control unit integrates seamlessly to extract more power and torque without faults and errors - just smooth power and torque. The harness has factory-style weather-proof plugs to connect in-line with each boost pressure sensor and the camshaft position sensor on the engine.Superior craftsmanship in every way brining with the weather resistant case with integrated mounting points. Weather tight wiring connectors, premium hardness that is professionally loomed and has all tabs for factory mount points, premium wire, a custom mounting bracket that does not require drilling holes. A bypass plus in the event you would like to bypass the system. Further you have TTFS's custom tuning and customer service that is second to none.

The TTFS Race Pack Pro Stage One does not manipulate fuel pressure or knock control hence leaving all the factory safety feature in place for engine protection. Bottom line simple install that makes great power without the need to mess with anything.